Medical Coding Specialist

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Overview

Outcomes

Major Description

This program provides entry-level training for abstracting and coding of medical records. Graduates analyze medical record documentation to assign diagnostic and procedural codes, provide important information for the health care reimbursement process, and assist in medical research and statistics. Students learn medical terminology, disease processes, anatomy and physiology, and pharmacology.

Work Environment

Typically supervised by chief financial officers or health information managers, medical coding specialists find employment in hospitals, clinics, surgery centers, home health care agencies, long-term care facilities, insurance companies, coding and billing services, government agencies and other organizations connected to medical industries.

Potential Job Titles

  • Medical Biller Coder
  • Medical Billing Specialist
  • Medical Coding Specialist
  • Medical Insurance Clerk
  • Medical Voucher Clerk

Salary Data

  • Average salary (U.S.): $31,300/year
  • Top earners (U.S.): $39,700/year
    (Health Careers Center)

Accreditation

The Medical Coding Specialist program is approved by the Council on Accreditation of the American Health Information Management Association.

Academic Advisor

Dean

  • Gary Hebert
    Dean of Business, Technology & Customized Training

Instructors

Susan Johanson 651-423-8239 susan.johanson@dctc.edu BIO

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