Students will gain a basic understanding of anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, document processing, and an extensive understanding of inpatient and outpatient coding procedures. These coding skills are in great demand in hospitals, physician offices and clinics.

Program Description: The Medical Coding technical certificate of credit program provides a sequence of courses that prepares students with appropriate general core, anatomy and physiology, human diseases, medical procedural, and physicians procedural coding skills.

The Medical Coding program prepares students to become a health information professional with the ability to assign diagnostic and procedural codes, and apply the appropriate classification systems for optimal reimbursement in a variety of health care settings.

Jul 23, 2024 · To become a medical records coding technician, it's important to gain a high school diploma/GED, earn an associate degree related to medical coding, obtain professional certification and accumulate experience within the healthcare environment.