An introduction to the basic coding guidelines using the current ICD coding classification system. Students will practice the application of diagnosis and procedure codes, validating coding accuracy using clinical information found in health records. Current regulations, established guidelines, and ethical principles will be studied and applied to coding cases. Encoder systems and software are used. Web-based instructon. Prerequisites: BOTE 171, BIOL 220. Corequisite: HIT 180, BIOL 221. (S, O)