Medical Coding
Medical Coding
Unlock Your Future in Healthcare
Medical billing and coding help healthcare providers bill insurance providers and gather essential data about treatments, procedures, and patient experience.
Learn more about the Medical Coding Certificate
The Medical Coding Certificate is designed for students pursuing an entry-level position in medical coding. This career includes compiling, processing, and maintaining hospital and clinic medical records in a manner consistent with medical, administrative, ethical, legal, and regulatory requirements of the healthcare system. After completing this certificate program, students can take the Certified Professional Coder (CPC) examination from the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC).
Admissions Requirements
- Be admitted to the college.
- You must have completed credit in college-level courses OR have ACT minimum sub scores of Reading 19, English 18, and Math 19 OR acceptable placement test scores OR have completed all learning support competencies (if applicable).
Medical Coding Sample Schedule
Fall Semester
| Rubric | Course | Hrs |
|---|---|---|
| ALHS 2314 | Medical Law and Ethics | 3 |
| HIMT 2302 | Basic ICD Coding II | 3 |
| HIMT 1304 | Disease Processes | 3 |
| HIMT 1303 | Basic ICD Coding I | 3 |
| Health Science Elective | 3 | |
| Total Credits | 15 | |
Spring Semester
| Rubric | Course | Hrs |
|---|---|---|
| Humanities Course | 3 | |
| ENGL 1010 | English Composition I | 3 |
| ADMN 2304 | Intro to Electronic Health Records | 3 |
| HIMT 1306 | Medical Insurance Billing | 3 |
| HIMT 2301 | CPT Coding | 3 |
| Total Credits | 15 | |
Fall Semester
| Rubric | Course | Hrs |
|---|---|---|
| ALHS 2311 | Management and Leadership for AHS | 3 |
| Natural Science or Math Course | 3 | |
| Elective | 3 | |
| COMM 2025 | Fundamentals of Communication | 3 |
| Health Science Elective | 3 | |
| Total Credits | 15 | |
Spring Semester
| Rubric | Course | Hrs |
|---|---|---|
| ALHS 2312 | Contemporary Issues in Healthcare | 3 |
| Health Science Elective | 3 | |
| PSYC 1030 | General Psychology | 3 |
| Elective | 3 | |
| Health Science Elective | 3 | |
| Total Credits | 15 | |
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Career Outlook
Career and Salary Information
The following is a list of career choices that may be obtained upon completing an associate degree or higher in this discipline. Please visit the following website: http://www.onetonline.org or speak to an advisor for additional career opportunities, salary information, and education requirements. Salaries are not guaranteed.
|
Career |
Experienced Salary Median |
|
Medical Coder |
$35,730+ |
Further education, such as a bachelor's or master's degree, can unlock specialized career opportunities and advancement. Transfer opportunities to four-year colleges or universities provide a pathway for continued education and expanded career prospects in the dynamic healthcare field.
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