Title: Module 1 Introduction: (CU1 M1) Digestive System
Course: SkillsCom CRS 111 16.1

"The digestive system consists of the alimentary or digestive tract and its accessory organs. The digestive tract is a long, hollow, muscular tube beginning at the lips and ending at the anus. It includes the mouth, pharynx, esophagus, stomach, small intestines, and large intestines. Accessory organs include the salivary glands, liver, pancreas, and gallbladder.

"The major function of the digestive system is to digest or break down foods that are taken into the body. The digestive process mechanically and chemically breaks down food so it can be absorbed into the body to nourish cells and provide energy.

"The long, hollow organs of the digestive tract have smooth muscle fibers running in circular and longitudinal directions. These circular fibers contract and enable the food to move from one organ to the next. This action is named peristalsis."

American Academy of Professional Coders, (2014) Medical Coding Training: CPC (R)

Course Outcomes:

- Demonstrate mastery of diagnosis coding in ICD-9 and diagnostic coding.

Module Outcomes:

- Define and understand key terms associated with the digestive tract and procedures performed in this section
- Understand anatomy associated with procedures performed in this section
- Explain the organization and content of the CPT® Surgery/Digestive System subsections
- Learn to assign appropriate CPT® surgery codes from the digestive subsection