ME 200: Medical Coding I
ME 181 Students must have completed 48 quarter-credit hours.
- Explain medical coding history
- Properly reference ICD-10-CM for obtaining diagnosis codes
- Distinguish between primary and secondary diagnosis
- Abstract case studies to find diagnosis for coding purposes
General Education Objectives:
- Communicate-(Transferring of information)
- Students will be able to compose effectively written communication
- Students will be able to deliver effective oral communication
(Students will be able to incorporate appropriate listening techniques) (Students will explain the steps to arrive at correct coding assignments)
- Collaborate- (Individuals working together to achieve an end or produce a result):
- Students will be able to understand and appreciate diverse cultures
- Students will be able to work with others to see a project to conclusion
(Students will work together to abstract charts)
ICD-10-CM 2020 Buck’s 2020, Buck’s 2020 Step-By-Step Medical Coding, Buck’s 2020 Step-By-Step Medical Coding Workbook
Class Attendance: Attendance is very important in any college classroom. This is a fast paced challenging course missing even one day could result in getting behind. Students are responsible for obtaining information regarding any assignments or testing that was missed during an absence. Work assigned and completed during class time cannot be made up and the student will receive a zero (0) grade
Missed Tests/Quizzes: Tests to be given periodically throughout the quarter will be announced. (The instructor reserves the right to test unannounced on lectured material). Test that are missed must be made up within one week of returning to class. Students will be permitted to make up (1) exam. The time/date of the makeup must be approved by the instructor.
Incomplete Policy: If there is an appropriate and documented reason that you are unable to complete a class you may be eligible for an “Incomplete” final grade. To be eligible for an incomplete you must be passing the class at the time of the final. If you receive an Incomplete, you need to make arrangements with the instructor to complete your outstanding work as soon as possible. Should an Incomplete remain unchanged past one (1) year of the original course start date, it will automatically change to a failing grade.
Need for Assistance: If you have any conditions, such as a physical or learning disability, which will make it difficult for you to carry out the work as outlined, or which will require academic accommodations, please notify me as soon as possible.
Student Evaluation:
Points will be accumulated for assignments and tests that are given during this quarter. A final exam will consist of 100 points and must be taken to complete the course. Student’s grades will be based on the following:
| Chapter Tests | 7 total at 100 Points each |
| In class work/Homework | 350 points |
| GE Assignment | 100 points |
| Final Examination | 100 points |
| Total | 1250 points |
Grading Scales
A = 90% - 100%
B = 80% - 89%
C = 70% - 79%
D = 60% - 69%
F = below 60%
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Week |
Subject matter |
Assignment |
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One |
Introduction to Medical Coding course
Chapter 1 Reimbursement, HIPAA and Complaince
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Read Chapter 1 Review PowerPoint Week 1 Forum Write a paper on “Why do you want to be a Medical Coder” Workbook Chapter 1 – pages 1-3 (Even numbers only) Chapter 1 Test |
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Two |
Chapter 2 An Overview of ICD-10-CM
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Read Chapter 2 Review PowerPoint Week 2 Forum Workbook Chapter 2 – pages 5-8 (Even numbers only) Chapter 2 Test |
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Three |
Chapter 3 ICD-10-CM Outpatient Coding & Reporting Guidelines |
Read Chapter 3 Review PowerPoint Week 3 Forum Workbook Chapter 3 – pages 9-14 (Even numbers only) Chapter 3 Test |
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Four |
Chapter 4 Using ICD-10-CM |
Read Chapter 4 Review PowerPoint Week 4 Forum Workbook Chapter 4 – pages 15-18 (Even numbers only) Chapter 4 Test |
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Five |
Chapter 5 Chapter Specific Guidelines (Chapter 1-10)
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Read Chapter 5 Review PowerPoint Week 5 Forum Review Coding Guidelines for Chapter 1-10 (In front of ICD-10 Book and also I have a copy attached to class) Workbook Chapter 5 – pages 19-25 (Even numbers only) |
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Six |
Chapter 5 Chapter Specific Guidelines (Chapter 1-10) Cont’d |
Week 6 Forum Chapter 5 Test GE ASSIGNMENT |
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Seven |
Chapter 6 Chapter Specific Guidelines (ICD-10-CM Chapters 11-14 |
Read Chapter 6 Review PowerPoint Week 7 Forum Review Coding Guidelines for Chapter 11-14 Workbook Chapter 6 – pages 27-31 (Even numbers only) |
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Eight |
Chapter 6 Chapter Specific Guidelines (11-14) Cont’d |
Week 8 Forum Chapter 6 Test |
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Nine |
Chapter 7 Chapter Specific Guidelines ICD-10-CM Chapters 15-22)
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Read Chapter 7 Review PowerPoint Review Guidelines for Chapter 15-22 Week 9 Forum Workbook Chapter 7 - pages 33 - 38 |
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Ten |
Chapter 7 Cont’d |
Week 10 Forum Chapter 7 Test |
| Eleven | Final | Final |
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