CRS 270 Medical Coding Practicum
This course provides students 60 hours of actual coding observation and experience. Students will be placed in a medical office setting with working coding professionals to observe, assist, and become familiar with the working environment of their chosen profession. Placements will be in local healthcare facilities.
Prerequisite
Prerequisite: CRS 111 Coding II with a grade of C or better.
Offered
Offered Spring only
Notes
Career Technical Education (CTE) Course
Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
Perform duites of a Coder in an actual working environment for coders as well as their organizational structure. Demonstrate completing the regular duties and normal daily job functions of medical coders. Demonstrate understanding of concepts learned through on-the-job experience, which will make them a more qualified candidate when they apply for open coding positions.