Medical Coding Specialist Program Overview
Throughout Delta Tech’s Medical Coding Specialist Program, students have the opportunity to learn skills needed for entry-level positions in hospitals, medical offices, and insurance companies.
Instructors will share their expertise with students during training about the analysis of medical records, charts, and other documents. Upon completion of the medical coding training, graduates should be able to complete the following:
- Translate doctors’ notes and other documentation into numerical descriptions of illnesses and treatments
- Index diagnoses and procedures to provide information for reimbursement purposes
- Locate crucial information within medical records to provide precise coding
Delta Tech’s curriculum incorporates lessons about anatomy, medical terminology, etiology, pathology, and the symptoms and signs of various diseases.
For medical coding certification, students can sit for the Certified Professional Coder (CPC) Exam that is administered by the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) upon graduation from the Medical Coding Specialist Program.
*Not all programs and courses are available at all campuses.
- CPT & Modifiers
- Office Skills & Coding
- Administration & Coding
- Insurance Guidelines & Coding
- Insurance Claims & Coding
- Employment Prep and Certification & Externship
*Modules can be taken in any order; however, Medical Coding Externship will always be taken last by the student.
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Medical Coding FAQ
- What is a medical coder?
- Medical coders review patient information so the patient data can be coded properly. Medical coders transcribe doctors’ medical notes into universal code, which describes illnesses and procedures. Examples of common careers include: medical coding specialist, insurance coder, claims specialist and international classification of diseases/CPT coder.
- Medical coders review patient information so the patient data can be coded properly. Medical coders transcribe doctors’ medical notes into universal code, which describes illnesses and procedures. Examples of common careers include: medical coding specialist, insurance coder, claims specialist and international classification of diseases/CPT coder.
- How much do medical coders make?
- According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics [1], the median annual wage for medical records and health information technicians was $39,180 in May 2017. Most medical coders work full-time, and many have the opportunity to earn extra income by taking on evening and overnight shifts. For more information on the median earnings of Delta Tech program graduates who received federal aid, visit our Gainful Employment Disclosures.
- According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics [1], the median annual wage for medical records and health information technicians was $39,180 in May 2017. Most medical coders work full-time, and many have the opportunity to earn extra income by taking on evening and overnight shifts. For more information on the median earnings of Delta Tech program graduates who received federal aid, visit our Gainful Employment Disclosures.
- Where can I work as a medical coder?
- Medical coding specialists can seek employment in hospitals (state, local, and private), offices of physicians, administrative and support offices, nursing care facilities, and professional, scientific, and technical services. Most working environments are comfortable for medical coders and include indoor offices.
The Medical Coding Specialist Program at Delta Tech prepares students for entry-level positions that may be found in medical offices, clinics, hospitals, and insurance companies.
- Medical coding specialists can seek employment in hospitals (state, local, and private), offices of physicians, administrative and support offices, nursing care facilities, and professional, scientific, and technical services. Most working environments are comfortable for medical coders and include indoor offices.
- Are medical coders in demand?
- As the medical industry grows, medical coders are increasingly in demand. BLS [2] projects the employment of medical records and health information technicians to grow 13% between 2016 and 2026, which is much faster than the average of all other occupations (7%).
- As the medical industry grows, medical coders are increasingly in demand. BLS [2] projects the employment of medical records and health information technicians to grow 13% between 2016 and 2026, which is much faster than the average of all other occupations (7%).
- How much does medical coding training cost?
- For helpful information on the Delta Tech Medical Coding Specialist Program tuition, please review our Gainful Employment Disclosures.
Delta Technical College offers a variety of financing options to qualifying students. Financial Aid Representatives are available at each of our campuses to assist you. Please contact your nearest Delta Tech campus today to learn more.
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Medical Coding Careers
Medical coders consistently record and organize health data, so these individuals must have a keen eye for detail and accuracy.
Medical coders aid the healthcare and medical industries by translating important procedures and diseases into universal code that is used by the Center for Disease Control and medical offices around the nation. Typical job titles include: medical coding specialist, insurance coder, claims specialist and international classification of diseases/CPT coder.
Accreditations
Delta Tech is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools & Colleges (ACCSC).
Delta Tech is approved by the United States Department of Education to participate in the Federal Financial Aid Program.