Medical Coding Specialist, Certificate

Purpose

The Medical Coding Specialist Certificate Program is designed to provide each student with the comprehensive knowledge and competencies required to become a successful medical coder in a hospital setting, physician office setting, or ambulatory setting. Graduates of the program meet the AHIMA (American Health Information Management Association) requirements to set for the CCS (Certified Coding Specialist) Exam.

The full Medical Coding Specialist Certificate Program is available online with the exception of MT 121  or higher. Some courses may be offered at Campus locations. Check schedule for offerings.

Program Level Outcomes:

1. Describe professional ethics required in the medical coding field.
2. Illustrate knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology and pathologies of all the body systems when assigning diagnosis and procedure codes.
3. Accurately assign ICD-10-CM/PCS, CPT and HCPCS codes for diagnoses and procedures across all patient care types.
4. Apply the Official Coding Guidelines and Conventions when assigning diagnosis and procedure codes to all patient care types.
5. Differentiate healthcare payment systems, their functions, and their impact on healthcare reimbursement.