him3cca hlth class
HEALTH CLASSIFICATION AND CLINICAL CODING A
HIM3CCA
2015
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In this subject students will develop an introductory working knowledge of the fundamental conventions and rules for classification of diseases and health interventions using the current Australian version of the World Health Organisation's International Classification of Diseases (ICD-10-AM) and the Australia Classification for Health Interventions (ACHI). Students will begin to develop an understanding of the complexity of the classification process and will develop skills in medical record abstraction and interpretation to support application of developing health classification skills.
SchoolSchool of Psychology & Public Health
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorSally Richardson
Available to Study Abroad StudentsNo
Subject year levelYear Level 3 - UG
Exchange StudentsNo
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites HBS1HBA and HBS1HBB
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjects HIM1HCA
Special conditionsN/A
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | International classification of diseases and related health problems, 10th revision, Australian modification | Preliminary | National Centre for Classification in Health | 8TH EDN, NCCH |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Demonstrate an understanding of the structures and basic principles of the health classification systems, ICD-10-AM and ACHI, used in Australasian hospitals.
- Activities:
- Lectures. Workshops, including quizzes, written problems to solve, case studies and patient medical records
02. Interpret the medical record to identify and further clarify diagnoses and interventions.
- Activities:
- Lectures. Workshops, including quizzes, written problems to solve, case studies and patient medical records
03. Abstract from the medical record the appropriate conditions, diagnoses and interventions required for the classification process.
- Activities:
- Lectures. Workshops, including quizzes, written problems to solve, case studies and patient medical records
04. Apply the Australian Coding Standards to accurately code inpatient episodes of care.
- Activities:
- Lectures. Workshops, including quizzes, written problems to solve, case studies and patient medical records
05. Apply the standards and conventions of health classification within a time frame that aligns with industry expectations.
- Activities:
- Lectures. Workshops, including quizzes, written problems to solve, case studies and patient medical records.
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Melbourne, 2015, Semester 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorSally Richardson
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 31 - 43
One 1.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
WorkShopWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.0 hours workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| mid semester exam | 30 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05 | |
| one 2-hour written examination | Hurdle requirement: must complete all workbook activities and present prior to final examination | 50 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05 |
| two practicums (1,000 words) | 20 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05 |