Medical Billing and Coding Professional

The Medical Billing and Coding Professional certificate will prepare students with the necessary skills and knowledge to obtain an entry-level position in medical insurance coding and office administration within a variety of healthcare settings.

Medical Billing and Coding Professional certificate graduates will:

• Apply medicolegal principles when working with protected health information (PHI)
• Accurately code diagnoses and procedures for the medical office
• Accurately prepare insurance billing forms
• Competently use software commonly used in the medical practice
• Be prepared to obtain an entry-level position in their field
• Demonstrate critical thinking, teamwork, communication, intercultural appreciation, and technical and information literacy skills

It is the student's responsibility to discuss sequencing and work out their individual schedule with a counselor or advisor. Any developmental coursework a student may be required to complete may increase the program length.

Admission Requirements

Entry into this program requires completion of an admissions application.

Medical Billing and Coding Professional Information Sessions