Medical Coding (MCB)

Program Overview

A Medical Coder is the member of a health care team that abstracts patient information and combines it with the knowledge of current coding guidelines and reimbursement procedures in order to provide optimal physician/hospital payment.

The Medical Coding program is designed to develop the student’s understanding of medical coding as a data collection tool and as the instrumental force behind reimbursement for health care services. Upon completion of the certificate program, the graduate will be able to apply skills in proper CPT-4 and ICD-10 coding (mainly focused on physician’s offices).

Medical Coders must be detail-oriented in dealing with ever-changing reimbursement guidelines.

Medical Coding is performed in physician offices, hospital medical record departments, some daycare facilities, outpatient clinics, home health agencies, and EMS services. The main focus of this program will be on outpatient services – such as a physician’s office.

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Program Outcomes

1. Demonstrate entry level skills in coding with ICD-10CM and CPT-4.
2. Describe the relationship between coding and reimbursement in health care.
3. Perform appropriate billing and coding skills.
4. Demonstrate professional behaviors in the workplace including patient confidentiality and professional ethics.
5. Demonstrate clear and effective oral and written communication skills, critical thinking, problem solving, and accountability measures within their scope of practice.
6. Demonstrate knowledge of the United States Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).

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First Year Experience is required for all students to take in year 1, fall semester. Students must receive a passing grade.

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