Medical Coding Specialist
Medical Coding Specialists support healthcare by working with insurance and reimbursement
processes. Our program equips you with the essential skills needed to thrive in the
field of medical coding. Start your journey today!
3 semesters program
Online learning options
Work-from-home opportunities
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Medical Coding Specialist, Diploma
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.
Length
- 3 Semesters for Full-Time Students
- 34 Credits
Course List
Recognized by Certifying Body
The Minnesota West Community & Technical College, Medical Coding Specialist, Diploma Program is approved by the AHIMA Professional Certificate Approval Program (PCAP). This designation acknowledges the coding program as having been evaluated by a peer review process against a national minimum set of standards for entry-level coding professionals. This process allows academic institutions to be acknowledged as offering an approved coding certificate program.
Value Statement
The AHIMA Professional Certificate Approval Program (PCAP) designation:
a. Identifies specialized programs that meet established coding educational standards
b. Stimulates improvement of educational standards through faculty development opportunities,
and by involving faculty and staff in program evaluation and planning
c. Promotes a better understanding of the goals of professional coding education
d. Provides reasonable assurance that practitioners possess the necessary job skills
upon entry into the profession
Career Opportunities
Health information technicians collect data from patients' treatments and follow-up procedures to analyze and furnish information for legal requests, authorizations, and record requests. Additionally, they offer administrative support to other staff members within health information management departments.
Medical records technicians are responsible for generating, gathering, and managing patient documentation under the guidance of a medical administrator or within healthcare facilities. Their expertise lies in utilizing coding systems to standardize healthcare procedures, organizing medical data, and ensuring the accuracy of patient records for insurance purposes and medical professionals
A Medical Billing Specialist plays a crucial role in the healthcare system by ensuring accurate and timely processing of medical claims and invoices. They are responsible for translating healthcare services into billable codes, submitting claims to insurance companies or patients, and resolving any billing-related issues to facilitate reimbursement for medical services rendered.
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