Nov 21, 2024  
Official Catalog Fall 2024 
    
Official Catalog Fall 2024

MCCG240 - Evaluation and Management Services

Semester Credit Hour(s) 3
This course involves the study of the evaluation and management services (E/M) clinical classification system for physician/patient encounters. The use and maintenance of electronic applications and work processes supporting classification and coding are discussed. Topics include the assignment of E/M codes based on physician and outpatient encounters, the interpretation of relevant regulations and coding guidelines, and the validation of coding accuracy by comparison with the health record. A working knowledge of E/M coding will be obtained to ensure optimal compliance with current rules and regulations.

Prerequisite(s):  MCCG137  and MCCG146 .