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Medical Coding Specialist Certificate


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This certificate degree program will prepare the student to become a specialist in Medical Coding. The Medical Coding Specialist will review patients’ records and assign alphanumeric codes for each diagnosis and procedure codes performed by the medical provider. Through detailed instruction including professional practicum experience, the student will be prepared in ICD10 and CPT coding systems and will gain knowledge in medical terminology, disease processes, and pharmacology. Upon completion of this certificate, a student may sit for certification exams.

Curriculum for an Certificate in Medical Coding Specialist


General Education Core 12
Medical Coding Core 18
Total Credit Hours Required  30

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