Introduction to health insurance claims processing, carrier re- quirements, and state and federal regulations. Billing for phy- sician's offices, hospital and ambulatory surgery services. Topics that are covered include, electronic billing, confidential- ity, managed care systems, Workers' Compensation, Medicare and Medicaid. Will include hands-on laboratory component.
Prerequisites: HIM 1112C, HIM 2252, HIM 2723, HSC 1531