Description

This course provides a review of the function and structure of the GI tract, as well as related terminology. Learners will review the cells and layers through the digestive system, as well as discuss common diseases and disorders in this system. Topics such as ulcers, infective conditions, Crohn’s disease, obstruction, and volvulus are covered.

 

Objectives:

Lesson 1: GI Complications and Other Conditions

  • Identify different regions of the small and large intestines
  • Differentiate between organs within the peritoneal and retroperitoneal cavities
  • Recognize codes for digestive complications in ICD-10-CM

Lesson 2: Upper GI System

  • Differentiate between different types of peptic ulcers
  • Identify locations of hernias on an anatomical diagram

Lesson 3: Intestines, Peritoneum, and Retroperitoneum

  • Code for Crohn’s disease coding in ICD-10-CM
  • Differentiate between various codes for colon polyps

Lesson 4: Hepatobiliary System and Pancreas

  • Identify different levels of liver disease
  • Differentiate between acute, chronic, and unspecified cholecystitis

Lesson 5: GI Complications and Other Conditions

  • Distinguish between intraoperative and postprocedural complications
  • Determine when to assign codes for hematemesis, melena, and other GI hemorrhage

Target Audience

  • Facility Coders (inpatient/outpatient)
  • Professional Fee Coders
  • Clinical Documentation Improvement Professionals
  • Students

CE Credits

AHIMA This program has been approved for 2 continuing education units for use in fulfilling the continued education requirements of the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA). Granting prior approval from AHIMA does not constitute endorsement of the program content or its program sponsor.

  • Domain: Data Structure, Content, and Information Governance

AAPC This program has the prior approval of the American Academy for Professional Coders (AAPC) for 2 continuing education hours. Granting of prior approval in no way constitutes endorsement by AAPC of the program content or the program sponsor.

  • Specialty CEUs: COC, CPC, CPC-P, CEMC, CFPC, CGIC, CIMC, CPB, CPPM

Purchasing Details

  • Upon purchase, you will have a 6-month subscription to this course. This will allow you the opportunity to complete and review as often as you like for 6 months.
  • Courses are accessed through www.haugenacademy.com.
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250 reviews for Diseases of the Digestive Systems

4.5
4.5 out of 5 paws (based on 250 reviews)
Top dog!70%
Doggone good!15%
It was OK.15%
It was a bit RUFF.0%
Bad to the bone.0%

 

August 29, 2025

I did learn a few things I hadn’t already been aware of

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July 8, 2025

As always, Haugen hands down is the BEST at learning new topics!

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Haugen Academy Learner
May 22, 2025

great presentation for a very hard subject

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October 4, 2024

Keep up with the good work!

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Haugen Academy Learner
May 6, 2024

The information on the Duodenal Ulcer was mixed information. It had 2 correct codes the rest were the gastric K25 codes. all should of been K26 codes.

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Haugen Academy Learner
February 3, 2024

very informative, helpful

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Kimberly
December 15, 2023

GOOD

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Haugen Academy Learner
November 30, 2023

was very good and easy to follow.

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Haugen Academy Learner
February 3, 2023

Enjoyed this course.

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