JOHN A. LOGAN COLLEGE
BUS 284
J. Newton – SM 11
ICD-9-CM CODING
3 cr. (3-0)
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This course is designed to help the inexperienced coder have a better understanding of
how to apply coding concepts when choosing an ICD-9-CM code. It will also provide a
“refresher” for the working coder. Coding Conventions, General Coding Guidelines, and
Chapter Specific Guidelines will be covered.
PREREQUISITES:
BUS 215 and BUS 216 (or concurrent enrollment in BUS 216) or consent of department
chair
COURSE OBJECTIVES:
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Define Key Terms
List and Supply CMS Outpatient Guidelines in Coding Diagnosis
Identify and Properly use ICD-9-CM’s Coding Conventions
Accurately Code Diagnoses According to ICD-9-CM
Students will be able to use the Index in Volume 2 to find code categories.
Students will gain a working knowledge of ICD-9-CM coding conventions
(guidelines, format, signs and symbols)
7. Students will be trained to code to the highest level of specificity.
8. Students will know it is not appropriate to code directly from the Index
(Volume 2).
9. Students will have a working knowledge and ability to allow for correct selection
and assignment of appropriate diagnosis codes.
10. Students will have a working understanding of the supplementary ICD-9-CM
codes found in the “V” and “E” categories.
COURSE OUTLINE:
1. Introduction to ICD-9-CM
Section I: Conventions, general coding guidelines and chapter specific
guidelines.
A. Coding Conventions
B. General Coding Guidelines.
2. Chapter-Specific Coding Guidelines
A. Chapter 1: Infectious and Parasitic Diseases (001 – 139)
B. Chapter 2: Neoplasms (140 – 239)
C. Chapter 3: Endocrine, Nutritional, and Metabolic Diseases and
Immunity Disorders (240 – 270)
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D. Chapter 4: Disease of Blood and Blood-Forming Organs (280 – 289)
E. Chapter 5: Mental Disorders (290 – 319):
F. Chapter 6: Diseases of Nervous System and Sense Organs
(320 – 389)
G. Chapter 7: Diseases of Circulatory System (390 – 459)
H. Chapter 8: Diseases of Respiratory System (460 – 519)
I. Chapter 9: Diseases of Digestive System (520 – 579)
J. Chapter 10: Diseases of Genitourinary Systems (580 – 629)
K. Chapter 11: Complication of Pregnancy, Childbirth, and the Puerperium
(630 – 679)
L. Chapter 12: Diseases of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (680 – 709)
M. Chapter 13: Diseases of Musculoskeletal System (710 – 739)
N. Chapter 14: Congenital Anomalies (740 – 759)
O. Chapter 15: Newborn [Perinatal] Guidelines (760 – 779)
P. Chapter 16: Signs, Symptoms and Ill-Defined Conditions (780 – 799)
Q. Chapter 17: Injury and Poisoning (800 – 999)
R. Chapter 18: Classifications of Factors Influencing Health Status &
Contact with Health Services (V01 – V86)
S. Chapter 19: Supplemental Classifications of External Causes of Injury
and Poisoning [E Codes] (E800 – E999)
3. Section II: Selection of Principal Diagnosis
4. Section III: Reporting Additional Diagnosis
5. Section IV: Diagnostic Coding and Reporting Guidelines for Outpatient Services
6. Appendix 1
COURSE REQUIREMENTS:
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Scheduled class attendance
Completion of class assignments in-class and individually.
Completion of diagnostic ICD-9-CM coding exercises
Completion of scheduled quizzes and tests
Student Success Center. Tutors may be obtained through the Student Success Center.
Contact the staff in C219 if this service is desired. John A. Logan College will make
reasonable accommodations for students with documented disabilities under Section
504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.
Any student with a disability that may have some impact on work in this class, who feels
she/he needs an accommodation, should make an appointment with the Coordinator of
Services for Students with Disabilities on campus, Kristin Shelby, Room C219B, Ext.
8516. Before services can be provided, this advisor must determine eligibility and
arrange appropriate academic adjustments. It is the student’s responsibility to
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register in advance of a school term with this office and to turn in a schedule
each term to ensure that there is every opportunity for success in this class.
English Writing Center/Tutoring. For assistance with writing assignments in any college
course, students are encouraged to visit “The Write Place” in Room E109. English
instructors are available for one-on-one tutoring each semester during hours posted at
the center.
Financial Aid. Students who receive financial assistance and completely withdraw from
classes prior to 60% of the semester being completed (approximately 2-3 weeks after
midterm) could be responsible to return a portion of their Federal Pell Grant award.
Prior to withdrawing from courses, students should contact the Financial Aid Office.
Course Withdrawal Information. It is expected that you will attend this class regularly.
If you stop attending for any reason, you should contact your advisor and withdraw
officially to avoid the posting of a failing grade (an E) to your transcript. It is also
advisable to discuss the situation with your instructor before dropping.
METHOD OF EVALUATION:
Points will be earned on the following:
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In-class activities/Homework assignments
Quizzes
Tests
Tests will be administered during scheduled test times. Quizzes may not be made up.
A final exam will consist of comprehensive material from the semester. Each of these
tests, quizzes and the final exam will be weighted evenly to determine your final grade.
GRADING SCALE:
92 – 100
85 – 91
75 – 84
68 – 74
67 and lower
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Your grade will be calculated: total points earned divided by total points available.
The above scale will then be applied.
METHOD OF PRESENTATION:
Review of Guidelines in ICD-9-CM and the “Official Guidelines for Coding and
Reporting”.
Lecture (supplemented with examples)
In-class learning activities
Coding Scenarios
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TEXT:
International Classification of Diseases, ICD-9-CM Volumes, 1, 2; 9th Revision—Clinical
Modification, AMA
INSTRUCTOR:
Jennifer Newton, CPC
Office:
Office Hours: 5-6 pm M, TH
Campus Voice Mailbox: 8806
E-mail: jenandfig@yahoo.com
DATE:
Summer, 2011
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