MEDR4214

This is a lecture and lab-based online course that includes the study and application of clinical classification systems, reimbursement methods such as diagnosis-related groups (DRGs), prospective payment systems (PPS), ambulatory patient groups (APGs), resource-based relative value system (RBRVS), case-mix analysis, managed care and federal health plans. Students will study, analyze and evaluate revenue cycle processes and revenue cycle management as they relate to clinical documentation integrity and compliance.