Medical Coding
What You'll Learn
Answer the code and enroll in the Medical Coding microcredential where you will gain the necessary skills to obtain employment in various healthcare settings and be prepared to take the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) and the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) certification exam. First, you’ll learn the language of medical terminology and the tools a coder uses to report impatient and outpatient diagnoses and procedure services to health plans. Then, you will examine technology for planning, selecting, building and implementing the health information systems’ platforms for direct patient care and management of hospital and public health sectors. Finally, you study the human body with an emphasis on structure and general function. This microcredential is intended for anyone interested in gaining the necessary education and skills to enroll in the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) and the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) certification exam.
Hybrid
Delivery
1-2 semesters
Estimated Time to Complete
15 credits
Stackable
$4,712
Estimated Cost
Required
| Prefix | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BIOL 217 | Human Anatomy | 3 |
| HSMB 200 | Medical Terminology & Coding | 3 |
| HSMB 305 | Managed Care | 3 |
| HSMB 311 | Healthcare Information Technology | 3 |
| HSMB 315 | Medical Coding | 3 |
Skills Covered
- Anatomy & Physiology
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CPT Coding
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Ethical Standards And Conduct
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Healthcare Common Procedure Coding Systems
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ICD Coding (ICD-9/ICD-10)
- Managed Care
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Medical Records
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Medical Terminology
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Revenue Cycle Managemen
Stackable to Degrees
Credits earned in the completion of this microcredential can be applied toward completion of a related certificate or degree program. It is a building block that gives you a jump start to education and career success.
- Health Care Management, BS
- Business Administration, AS, A.A.S
- Individual Studies, A.A.S.
- Liberal Arts and Sciences: General Studies, AA, AS
- Management, B.B.A.
- Nursing Dual Degree, AAS/BS
Costs
SUNY Canton is committed to providing the best education at an affordable cost. Microcredentials are another cost-effective way to build skills with quality courses.
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