Make sure your primary post is substantial (5 sentences minimum) and list any references used.  You will need to write two response posts (3 sentences minimum) to either two of your classmates and/or to one of the instructor's follow-up questions or comments.  In order to broaden the discussion, the class should avoid answering the same question.

Choose one of the following questions to answer:

Why does HIPAA mandate that providers and contractors use the approved "standardized code sets"?  Explain two (2) of those mandated codes sets.

What are the structural differences between ICD-9-CM and ICD-10-CM/PCS, including the meaning of CM vs. CM/PCS?

What career path and certification do you seek after graduation and why?