Professional Medical Coder
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Overview
This 22-week program includes two courses: Intro to Human Anatomy & Medical Terminology and Medical Coding. Regardless of the choice of the exam, you’ll learn principles of medical coding related to the three main codebooks: CPT, ICD-10-CM Volumes 1 & 2, and HCPCS Level II. The Medical Coding textbook contains access to coding software that allows for coding practice even after the completion of the course. The software allows for hands-on demonstration of learned coding skills.
Our partnership with the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) and the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) enables you to have the tools needed to successfully pass the CPC examination or the CCS-P examination. Those passing the CPC examination earn the credential, CPC-A. When the CPC-A (apprentice) is ultimately combined with one year of practical coding experience, you’ll earn the full CPC designation.
Course Length
22 Weeks
Time Commitment
15-20 hours/week
Salary Range
$38K
*For full payment options and different financing plans, including interest rates from external lenders, please talk to our enrollment team.
Accreditation
Certified Professional Medical Coder (CPC-A) by AAPC
Certified Coding Specialist- Physician-Based by American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA)
Do you know?
Medical record specialist jobs will grow 8% over the next 10 years, much faster than the national average.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Is This Professional Medical Coder Certificate Right For Me?
Are you adept at interpreting complex medical information and translating it into accurate codes for billing and record-keeping purposes?
Are you someone who enjoys continuous learning and staying updated with medical coding guidelines and industry-specific software?
Are you detail-oriented and capable of maintaining precise records?
Are you comfortable working independently while also collaborating with health care professionals?
Are you able to handle the pressure of meeting deadlines and managing a workload that involves analyzing medical records and assigning appropriate codes?
Potential Careers
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This Program is a Great Fit For
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Working Adults
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Aspiring Healthcare Professionals
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Recent High School Graduates
Why Regis College?
For nearly 100 years, Regis College has empowered students to succeed academically, serve, and lead. Certificate programs through the Wood Lavine Division of Professional Studies offer:
Self-paced coursework
Online learning formats
Reputable career credentials
Skills for in-demand jobs
Specialized knowledge
Potential for higher salary
Degree completion pathways
Testimonials
The courses online were great
My two favorite parts of the course were, first, the simulations, which make you feel like you’re getting used to a new career. I also liked the go-at-your-own pace learning. It’s nice to know you can take a second, regroup, and try it all over again. For someone who’s going to school later in life, it was great.
- Courtney Rosati
The MedCerts program was very easy to follow
The certificate program taught me a lot about the physiology of the heart, more in-depth stuff I didn’t know. It gave me a better understanding of what I was looking at with the EKGs. I’m one of the more informed technicians at my current job because of this course
- James DeVogel
Funding Options Are Available
The Wood Lavine Division of Professional Studies offers loan options to make earning a professional certificate a reality for as many students as possible. Some certificate earners may even be eligible for tuition assistance through their employer.