Medical Coding & Billing for Outpatient Services

Program Overview

This one-year independent study program in Medical Coding and Billing provides comprehensive training in healthcare information management, reimbursement methodologies, biomedical sciences, and current code sets. Students can expect to study 10-15 hours per week and gain the skills necessary for careers as medical coders, professional medical coders, certified coding associates, or certified professional coders. The program prepares individuals for national certification in medical coding and billing, opening up employment opportunities in healthcare settings.

Program Outline

Outline:

• Program Content:
• Healthcare information management
• Reimbursement methodologies
• Biomedical sciences
• Current code sets, including an in-depth look at ICD-10-PCS
• Program Structure:

Careers:

• Potential Career Paths:
• Medical coder
• Professional medical coder
• Certified coding associate (CCA)
• Certified professional coder (CPC)
• Opportunities:
• Employment in healthcare settings
• Outcomes:
• National certification in medical coding and billing