This program is suspended and not enrolling new students as of June 15, 2020.
The Medical Coding and Reimbursement Specialist program is designated as a Health Manpower Shortage Program; therefore, some residents of Maryland enrolled in this program of study on the first day of the term may be eligible for in-county tuition rates for courses required for program completion.
Purpose: This certificate program is designed for the student interested in specializing in a career in medical insurance coding and billing. Curriculum is structured to provide the student with lecture as well as competency-based training in medical procedural coding and diagnosis coding as well as third party reimbursement procedures. Medical coding and reimbursement certificate students must maintain a grade of 75% or better in all program courses. Students may be required to repeat MAP and/or PLB courses, based upon the time sequence when these program courses were completed. Successful graduates are prepared to pursue positions in medical billing offices, medical collection agencies, and insurance companies. Successful graduates are also eligible to sit for national certification exams as a professional coder and reimbursement specialist*
View the Medical Coding and Reimbursement Specialist, Certificate Fee Sheet.
Curriculum: The curriculum is divided into areas of study consisting of lecture and laboratory. Content areas of the curriculum include human anatomy, information technology, medical terminology, medical office management and billing, medical records analysis and coding.
Program Outcomes: Graduates of the Certificate Program in Medical Coding and Reimbursement will be able to:
- Competently perform routine reimbursement and coding procedures.
- Exhibit professionalism in all communications and encounters with patients and the health care team.
- Make critical decisions related to reimbursement and coding.
- Practice within the ethical and legal framework of the profession.
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