Medical Coding Certificate

My Academic Plan

Courses are displayed to show the fastest path to your certificate and should be completed in the order listed. This program functions as cohorts starting fall semester of each academic year. If you have questions or concerns about your MAP, please see your Program Director or Pathways Advisor.

Program Description

This program is designed for students wanting to complete a one-year (two semester) Certificate in Medical Coding and enter the workforce. Students explore medical coding competencies. This certificate teaches students medical coding skills using the ICD classification system for hospitals, long term care facilities and physician practices. It prepares students for careers in health information management converting diagnoses and procedures from patient health records into the correct medical codes to ensure accurate billing and reimbursement.

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First Semester

HPR 1045	Medical Record Terminology	2
BIO 1006	Basic Anatomy and Physiology	4
HPR 1032	Disease Process and Treatment	5
HIT 1005	Principles of Healthcare Reimbursement	3
Total Credit Hours:		14

Second Semester

HIT 2020	ICD Coding I	3
HIT 2021	ICD Coding II	2
HIT 2031	ICD Coding III	5
HIT 2041	CPT Coding Basic Principles	3
HIT 1089	Practicum	2
Total Credit Hours:		15

Total Credit Hours: 29