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You can earn a rewarding new career in the healthcare industry with this course from our online medical coding school! As a Medical Coding Specialist, you’ll help connect doctors, patients, hospitals and insurance companies. Without trained Medical Coders who can translate every diagnosis into a handy code, the healthcare industry would come to a stand-still. And because nearly every visit to the doctor or hospital requires properly coded documentation, the demand for Medical Coding Specialists continues to grow. With skill and experience you could earn a great income. And many Medical Coding Specialists work from home or enjoy the luxury of choosing to work full or part time.
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Course OutlineU.S. Career Institute’s Medical Coding course will teach you everything you need to know to start a new career as a Medical Coding Specialist. Your online program includes practical instruction to train students to research and assign diagnostic and procedural codes to medical records. Students gain competency in ICD-10-CM and demonstrate CPT coding procedures. The course provides students with a solid foundation of medical terminology, human anatomy and physiology and common disease processes. You’ll learn:
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U.S. Career Institute’s online Medical Coding training is designed to prepare graduates for the Certified Professional Coder Apprentice (CPC-A) exam offered by the AAPC (American Academy of Professional Coders).
For full career outlook and certification information please visit our career and certification page.
Signed up for classes and it was pretty easy, fast, and the information was helpful. I like that they give options on payment plans, especially with times like this. Courses so far are very instructional and move along without getting boring. I am enjoying the experience and get help when I need it.
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We strive to ensure our Medical Coding program is both flexible and affordable. This is why we offer low, monthly payment options for every student. We are committed to providing you with a high-quality education at an affordable price. Make an investment in yourself today!
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Q. How can I become a Medical Coder?
A. Becoming a Medical Coder typically requires a HS diploma or equivalent and formal training through an accredited institution can also be helpful. After completing a recognized program, the next step is to sit for and pass an industry certification exam. Graduates of USCI’s Coding Program are eligible to sit for the Certified Professional Coder Apprentice (CPC-A) with the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC).
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Q. What does a Medical Coder do?
A. Medical Coders translate patient diagnoses, procedures and visits into medical codes using ICD-10 CM and CPT® code books. There is a medical code for everything from a common cold to a broken arm and beyond. You will assign these codes and help connect doctors, patients, hospitals and insurance companies.
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Q. Do I need to get Certified as a Medical Coding Specialist?
A. Upon graduation from our program, you will receive your U.S. Career Institute Certificate of Completion attesting to your accomplishment. You are not required to take a certification exam, however taking this additional step will help you market yourself to potential employers and validate your knowledge in Medical Coding. USCI recommends taking the CPC-A® exam through the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC).
Your CPC-A exam fees are included in your tuition-up to a $399 value†.
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Q. What is the growth potential of a Medical Coder?
A. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Medical Coding jobs are expected to increase 7% by 2031.*
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Q. What is the salary of a Medical Coding?
A. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Medical Coding Specialists earn up to $46,660 a year.*
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Q. How much does a Medical Coding Course cost?
A. Tuition for this program is $1,239 total when you pay in full. Payment
plans are also available.
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Q. Is this Medical Coding Program accredited?
A. U.S. Career Institute is Accredited by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission. The Distance Education Accrediting Commission is listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a recognized accrediting agency.
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Q. Where Can I Work as a Medical Coder?
A. Medical Coders work for doctor’s offices, clinics, and hospitals. Once you graduate, our graduate support representatives can give you some tips and tricks to use during your job search to help you find the best fit for you.
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Q. What skills will I learn in this Medical Coding program?
A. Skills covered in the Medical Coding Specialist Program include How the human body works…Master anatomy and physiology, How to speak the language…Explore medical terminology and pronunciations, How coding impacts healthcare…Learn how medical procedures and diagnoses are coded, How to work like a professional. Discover how coders use coding software and the internet to boost their productivity and earnings.
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Q. As a Medical Coder, can I work from home?
A. U.S. Career Institute cannot guarantee employment. Upon receipt of your certificate of completion you will have access to our Graduate Support team including our Career Coach Program at no additional cost. U.S. Career Institute will work closely with you during your job search to assist you with the process of marketing yourself to find employment including how to build your resume, cover letter, how to locate potential job opportunities, marketing and networking. We have found that medical coding employers prefer that you have at least one year of in-office experience before they will offer the opportunity to work from home. If your goal is to work from home, we recommend Medical Coding & Billing.
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How much does online Medical Coding school cost?
While our online Medical Coding Specialist school is not free, we strive to offer low cost tuition and offer monthly payment plans. In fact, our tuition and monthly payment plans are so low that we do not offer federal financial aid or loans.
How long does online Medical Coding course take?
When you enroll in our self-paced Medical Coding Specialist program, you choose how much you study each week. If you want to learn to become a Medical Coding Specialist, you can do it in as little as 4 months. On average, our DEAC accredited online Medical Coding Specialist school program is completed in 7-11 months.
Is this the best online Medical Coding school?
We firmly believe that USCI is the top online Medical Coding school in the nation. Our curriculum is laid out in easy to learn step-by-step lessons.
Is there a U.S. Career Institute Medical Coding school near me?
Our online Medical Coding Specialist school delivers its curriculum on the internet. Where could be closer than your own home? The convenience of online classes makes it easier for our students to fit their studies into their busy lives.
Content updated by: Holly Cook
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