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2017-2018 ATSU University Catalog 
    
2017-2018 ATSU University Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

HP 835 - Reimbursement Systems, Issues, and Strategies


2 credit hours

This course offers an introduction to provider reimbursement, focusing on criteria for establishing internal systems that meet governmental expectations regarding Medicare compliance, HIPAA anti-fraud regulations and Stark rules. Students will briefly survey the history of managed care and learn about the current managed care landscape. Students will also be introduced to the basic auditing practices and procedural guidelines for billing Medicare. Prerequisite: HP800 Medical Informatics or HP 805 .