Associate of Applied Science Degree in Medical Billing and Coding
Course description
The Medical Billing and Coding program provides students with a solid professional foundation in the field and enables them to become a vital member of the health care team and contribute to the overall financial business activities of the health care facility. Medical Billing and Coding students in this program acquire a working knowledge of coding systems, coding principles and rules, government regulations, and third-party payer requirements to ensure that diagnoses, services, and procedures documented in patient medical records are coded accurately for reimbursement and statistical and research purposes.
Graduates of the diploma program are prepared to seek specific positions such as: Coding Specialist, Health Insurance Specialist, or Medical Reimbursement Specialist. The Associate of Applied Science Degree Program provides graduates with necessary critical thinking, problem solving, and communication skills. Graduates of the Associates of Applied Science Degree Program can not only seek entry-level employment opportunities as mentioned above, but also are prepared for future career advancement opportunities in supervisory roles in a variety of health care environments.
Externship
The unpaid externship is undertaken following the successful completion of all concentration classroom. Students work in a medical office or hospital. During the externship the student is allowed to perform the skills taught during the classroom portion of training.