• HCMT 2325: Survey of Healthcare Systems

  3.00 Credits

  Nashville State Community College

  
  This course provides an overview of coding and classification systems in a variety of healthcare settings. Topics include classification and coding systems emphasizing ICD and CPT, reimbursement/billing systems, coding's relationship to health information management, record completion and coding, and revenue cycle basics.Prerequisite: HCMT 2305 and HCMT 2315 with a grade of “C” or higher.Not part of a Tennessee Transfer Path
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• HCMT 2330: Pharmacology

  3.00 Credits

  Nashville State Community College

  
  An introduction to generic and product names of a variety of medications, drug classifications, and general therapeutic applications. Topics include a history of drugs, the drug approval process, and applicable prescription and over-the-counter drugs for every body system.Prerequisite: BIOL 2010 with a grade of “C” or higher. Co-requisite(s): BIOL 2020 and HCMT 2335. If student has had BIOL 2020 or HCMT 2335, a grade of “C” or higher is required. Not part of a Tennessee Transfer Path
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• HCMT 2335: ICD-CM Coding

  3.00 Credits

  Nashville State Community College

  
  A study of the coding and classification of diseases, symptoms, operations, and procedures according to the International Classification of Diseases, Clinical Modification (ICD-CM). Topics include assignment of diagnosis and procedure codes utilizing proper coding guidelines.Prerequisite(s): BIOL 2010 with a grade of “C” or higher. Co-requisite(s): BIOL 2020 and HCMT 2400. If student has had BIOL 2020 and HCMT 2400, a grade of “C” or higher is required.Not part of a Tennessee Transfer Path
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• HCMT 2345: CPT Coding

  3.00 Credits

  Nashville State Community College

  
  A study of the descriptive terms and identifying codes for reporting medical services and procedures according to the latest edition of Physicians’ Current Procedural Terminology (CPT). Topics include CPT coding format and conventions, applying coding guidelines to ensure accurate code assignment, complexities of assigning evaluation and management codes, and the format and usage of HCPCS National Codes and modifiers.Prerequisite: BIOL 2010 with a grade of C or higher. Co-requisite(s):BIOL 2020 and HCMT 2400 (if taken as prerequisites a grade of “C” or higher required). HCMT 2335 and 2345 cannot be taken at the same time. Students must maintain a grade of “C” or higher in order to progress in program.Not part of a Tennessee Transfer Path
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• HCMT 2350: Insurance & Reimbursement

  3.00 Credits

  Nashville State Community College

  
  A study of insurance billing procedures. Topics include instruction for completing pertinent formsfor third-party payers. Reimbursement methods for billing and reporting are discussed.Prerequisite: HCMT 2305 and HCMT 2315 with a grade of “C” or higher.Not part of a Tennessee Transfer Path
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• HCMT 2360: Reimbursement Practices

  3.00 Credits

  Nashville State Community College

  
  This course introduces students to major reimbursement systems, and it also focuses on prospective payment systems and the management of documentation for applicable reimbursement, while avoiding fraudulent practices.Prerequisite: HCMT 2305, HCMT 2315, and HCMT 2350 with a grade of “C” or higher.Not part of a Tennessee Transfer Path
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• HCMT 2365: Coding Capstone

  3.00 Credits

  Nashville State Community College

  
  A second-year advanced course that applies coding knowledge learned from preceding courses. Required for all coding students. Topics include ICD and CPT code assignments, application of coding guidelines to ensure accurate code assignment and correct code sequencing. Preparation for coding certification will be emphasized. Students must maintain a grade of “C” or higher in order to progress in program.Prerequisite: HCMT 2335 and HCMT 2345 with a grade of C or higher. Not part of a Tennessee Transfer Path
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• HCMT 2370: Electronic Healthcare Apps

  3.00 Credits

  Nashville State Community College

  
  This course covers EMR/EHR systems, design, implementation, and application. Topics include EHR, Health Informatics, information/network security, troubleshooting, medical office hardware and software applications, and on- and off-site medical record storage. Upon completion, students should be able to facilitate usage of electronic health record systems and other technologies.Prerequisite: BUSN 1360 or INFS 1010 and HCMT 2305 with a grade of “C” or higher.Not part of a Tennessee Transfer Path
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• HCMT 2375: Health Information Quality

  3.00 Credits

  Nashville State Community College

  
  This course introduces students to various types, definitions, relationships, uses, and interpretations of data derived from healthcare functions and processes. Students will explore information standards and representations of health data that are commonly used for patient care, reporting, reimbursement, and quality improvement programs.Prerequisite: HCMT 2305, HCMT 2315, and HCMT 2370 with a grade of “C” or higher.Not part of a Tennessee Transfer Path
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• HCMT 2385: Healthcare Management Capstone

  3.00 Credits

  Nashville State Community College

  
  This course is a comprehensive review of Healthcare Management. Topics include risk management measures, chart auditing, improved billing practices, medical legal issues, human resource management, and healthcare delivery systems. An exit exam will be administered as a means of assessing program outcomes and will include topics from courses included in the Healthcare Management curriculum. This course should be taken during the last semester of studies at Nashville State.Prerequisite: HCMT 2305, HCMT 2315, and HCMT 2350. Permission of instructor required.Not part of a Tennessee Transfer Path
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