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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