**Effective December 10, 2020, this program is no longer enrolling students.

Program Description

The goal of this program is to provide the student with a thorough understanding of the content of the medical record as well as extensive training in anatomy, physiology, the disease processes, and medical terminology. This program will provide the student with the knowledge and understanding to analyze medical records and assign codes to classify diagnoses and procedures while applying the principles of professional and ethical conduct. The program will prepare the student for an entry-level position as a  medical biller and/or medical coder in a hospital, clinic, physician’s office, or other healthcare facility.

Program Outcomes

Upon completion of their program, the student should be able to:

1. Analyze medical documentation for appropriate codes using terminology, disease process, anatomy and physiology and pharmacology.

2.  Employ appropriate coding format and guidelines to assign diagnosis codes.

3.  Employ appropriate coding format and guidelines to assign procedure codes.

4.  Apply medical billing and reimbursement methodology.

Potential Occupational Titles

Potential occupational titles for this program include, but are not limited to, medical records, medical billers, medical secretaries, and coding specialists.

Program Content

A minimum of 60.00 semester credit hours is required for graduation.