Academic Programs
Medical Coding Specialist, Diploma
Locations: Canby, Granite Falls, Jackson, Pipestone, Worthington, and Online |
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Medical Coding Specialists work closely with other healthcare professionals in coding diagnoses and procedures on patient medical records, analyzing medical records for completeness of documentation, working with insurance companies, and reimbursement procedures.
Prior knowledge of the basic elements of word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and document integration, along with the basic concepts of graphics, telecommunications, and the Internet are recommended.
Recommend taking this degree with Healthcare Administrative Assistant, Diploma, or A.A.S.
COURSE # | COURSE TITLE | CREDITS |
Fall - Year 1 | ||
HC 1151 | Body Structure & Function | 3 |
Medical Terminology in Healthcare | 2 | |
ADSM 1200 | Introduction to Medical Coding, Billing & Insurance | 3 |
ADSM 1120 | Medical Office Procedures | 4 |
Credits Fall - Year 1 | 12 | |
Spring - Year 1 | ||
HC 2120 | Disease Conditions | 3 |
ADSM 1210 | CPT/HCPCS Coding | 3 |
ADSM 1220 | Diagnosis Coding | 3 |
ADSM 1230 | Procedure Coding | 3 |
Credits Spring - Year 1 | 12 | |
Fall Year 2 |
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ADSM 1240 | Introduction to Health Records | 3 |
MEDA 2135 | Pharmacology | 3 |
ADSM 1250 | Advanced Coding | 3 |
ADSM 2200 | Board Review | 1 |
Credits Fall - Year 2 |
10 | |
TOTAL CREDITS | 34 |
Notes:
Updated: pp 12/9/2021