OST 260 - Advanced Coding Methodologies

Class Hours 2
Lab Hours 2
Clinical Hours 0
Work Experience 0
Credit Hours 3
Minimum State Prerequisites: Take All: OST 247 and OST 248
Minimum State Corequisites: None
Local Prerequisites: None
Local Corequisites: None

This course provides advanced instruction in a variety of emergent methodologies in medical coding. Topics include advanced outpatient coding, inpatient coding, risk adjustment coding, online encoder software, Correct Coding Initiatives (CCI), and advanced record abstraction. Upon completion, students should be able to perform advanced coding in a healthcare facility.

College Transfer: N/A