Medical Coding Specialist, A.A.S.

prepares students for an entry-level professional fee medical coding position as well as prepares the student for supervisory opportunities within leadership. These positions are often offered by physician and non-physician practitioner clinics, acute care hospitals, third party payers, or consulting firms with a need for a medical coder. The student will have working knowledge of healthcare law and a full understanding of the need to protect patient privacy. Our program utilizes a simulated electronic health record designed with industry standards which facilitates practice in abstracting patient information.