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Open Door Grant Program
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Program Overview
Are you looking for a stable and rapidly expanding career in the healthcare sector? The demand for skilled professionals in medical billing and coding is surging due to evolving health and insurance regulations that emphasize meticulous medical record keeping. Our Medical Coder-Biller program is designed to equip you with the expertise needed to thrive in this dynamic field. Located at MDC’s cutting-edge Medical Campus, and taught by experienced faculty, this program offers an unparalleled learning environment. Upon completion, you will be ready to join administrative teams in various healthcare settings, including clinics, physician’s offices, hospitals, and outpatient facilities. The flexibility of this career path may even allow for remote work opportunities.
Classes commence in January and August, with limited enrollment to ensure personalized attention.
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Program Details
This comprehensive program will train you in the essential computer systems used for coding, classifying, and indexing health information for accurate medical records and billing processes. To enhance your practical skills, the clinical component of the program utilizes AHIMA’s Virtual Lab. This state-of-the-art software provides a realistic simulation of the systems used in the professional world. Through Virtual Lab lessons and activities, you can develop and refine your skills in a safe environment, making critical decisions without compromising the integrity of real patient data.
The curriculum includes key areas such as:
- Health Information Management
- Medical Terminology
- Basic Principles of Disease
- Human Anatomy & Physiology
- Advanced Coding Systems
Career Prospects
The career outlook for medical coders and billers is exceptionally bright, with job growth projected to be significantly faster than average. Formal training greatly increases your chances of securing employment in this competitive market. Graduates of our program can pursue roles in diverse healthcare organizations, including:
- Hospitals
- Physicians’ Offices
- Nursing and Residential Care Facilities
- Health Insurance Companies
- Various Healthcare Practices and Organizations
About the College Credit Certificate
These programs are structured around college credit courses, with program duration varying based on the chosen course of study. The training is specifically geared towards preparing students for immediate entry-level positions and targeted job titles. The competencies acquired through these programs may also provide opportunities for advanced placement or credits toward an Associate in Science degree. For further details about this program, please contact the relevant department at your preferred campus.
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Student achievement outcomes
- Program Retention Rate: 82%
- Program Graduation Rate: 77%
- 2021 Program Licensure Rate 98%
