Medical Billing and Coding Certificate

The Certificate in Medical Billing and Coding is designed to prepare you for an entry-level position as a Medical Biller and/or Medical Coder in physician offices, hospitals, nursing homes, and other healthcare facilities. You will learn the terminology, human biology, reimbursement methodology, and correct assignment and sequencing of current ICD, CPT, and HCPCS coding systems. 

Students who attend the Medical Billing and Coding program will complete their course work online. Students must earn a grade of 'C' or better in all required courses in order to graduate.

A minimum of 22 credits is required for graduation. 

Requirements

CourseTitleCredits
BIO101Human Biology

3

ENG101English Composition I

3

HES115Medical Terminology

3

HES207Clinical Pathophysiology

3

MRT104Health Insurance and Reimbursement

3

MRT117Basic Diagnosis Coding Systems

3

MRT118Procedure Coding Systems (CPT)

3

MRT296CPC Capstone

1

 

Recommended Course Sequence/Pathway Medical Billing and Coding Certificate

CourseTitleCredits

Year 1 Fall

CourseTitleCredits
BIO101Human Biology

3

ENG101English Composition I

3

HES115Medical Terminology

3

HES207Clinical Pathophysiology

3

Year 1 Spring

CourseTitleCredits
MRT104Health Insurance and Reimbursement

3

MRT117Basic Diagnosis Coding Systems

3

MRT118Procedure Coding Systems (CPT)

3

Year 1 Summer

CourseTitleCredits
MRT296CPC Capstone

1

Minimum Credits: 22