This 29-credit certificate prepares graduates for entry-level medical coding positions or to advance their studies with a diploma or an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree in medical coding. The NTC Medical Coding programs provide training using nationally recognized coding systems to classify procedures and diagnoses related to medical treatment. Medical coders are needed for patient account management, medical billing and insurance claims processing.
Employment
Professionals in medical coding organize and manage medical data, including medical facility records, Health Care training materials, official Health Care documents and medical research reports. Graduates are prepared for employment opportunities in a variety of Health Care settings, including hospitals, clinics, insurance companies, government agencies, public health, home health agencies, long-term care facilities and dental offices. There will be a need for about 1,500 additional medical records and health information technicians nationwide to meet market demand between 2012-2022.
Next Steps
Most credits earned toward this certificate can be applied to the 40-credit Medical Coding Diploma or the 60-credit Medical Coding AAS. It’s easy to begin with the certificate and continue on to the diploma or the AAS.
Degree Requirements
| Course # | Course Name | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| ADMM 1120 | Medical Office Procedures | 3.00 |
| ADMM 1140 | Medical Billing/Insurance | 3.00 |
| ADMM 1151 | AAPC Medical Coding I | 3.00 |
| ADMM 1175 | AAPC Medical Coding II | 3.00 |
| ADMM 2200 | Medical Language Applications | 3.00 |
| ADMM 2245 | Inpatient Billing | 3.00 |
| CPTR 1105 | Intro to Computers - Medical Applications | 3.00 |
| BIOL 1004 | Intro to Anatomy & Physiology | 3.00 |
| HLTH 1106 | Medical Terminology | 2.00 |
| HLTH 2208 | Pathophysiology | 3.00 |
| Total Credits | 29 | |
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