Medical Coding and Billing Specialist, Certificate
Translate Health Details Into Records
Medical coding and billing are the backbone of healthcare operations. This certificate helps you turn medical documentation into standardized codes used for billing, insurance, and patient records. You’ll master terminology, anatomy, ethics, and coding systems—all while preparing for recognized certifications like CPC or CCS to begin your coding career right away.
What You'll Learn
- Apply ICD, CPT, and other coding systems correctly using medical documentation
- Understand anatomy, physiology, and disease processes relevant to coding
- Navigate insurance, billing, and reimbursement procedures ethically and professionally
- Use coding tools and prepare for national certification exams (AAPC, AHIMA)
- Communicate clearly in medical offices and billing environments
Program Requirements
This certificate requires 32 credits, typically completed over three semesters of full‑time or part‑time study. Courses include coding, reimbursement, insurance, anatomy, and professional readiness.
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Where This Certificate Can Take You
Whether you want to start work immediately or build toward a higher health‑information career, this certificate prepares you for roles in diverse healthcare settings where accurate coding is essential to operations, compliance, and reimbursement.
Graduates may qualify for roles such as:
- Medical Coder
- Billing Specialist
- Insurance Claims Processor
- Coding & Billing Clerk
Potential workplaces include:
- Group medical practices and physician offices
- Outpatient care centers or clinics
- Nursing homes or long‑term care facilities
- Home health and durable medical equipment (DME) suppliers
- Research institutions or insurance companies
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