The medical billing and coding fundamentals certificate prepares students to function in medical clinic coding/billing departments and facilities. Students will learn to analyze medical records, assign accurate medical codes, and learn billing and reimbursement practices.


Essential Knowledge and Skills
Outcomes
- Identify organs and structures of human anatomy and physiology of body systems
- Demonstrate accurate and efficient billing and medical coding principles, including:
- Reading and analyzing patient charts/operative notes
- Understanding and applying the Revenue Cycle
- Assigning appropriate ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS national codes.
- Communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, regarding medical coding topics and issues

- Coding and billing facilities
- Insurance companies
- Medical clinics (all specialties)
- Hospitals
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Students who complete an associate degree in family history research may continue on and earn a bachelor's degree in Professional Studies.