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Medical Insurance Coder
Medical coders maintain patients' records using universally recognized coding systems to ensure compliance with federal regulations and insurance requirements. In this major students learn the medical coding skills, anatomy and terminology necessary for employment in a health care facility. Students also gain skills in patient billing and medical insurance.
| Career Major Length |
1130 Hours |
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| Course Title |
Hours |
Fundamentals of Technology
- Computer Literacy
- Basic Internet
- Basic Network Concepts
- Basic Word Processing, Spreadsheets, Presentations & Database Software
|
120 |
Fundamentals of Administrative Technologies
- Office Procedures
- Telephone Etiquette
- Advanced Word Processing & Spreadsheet Software
|
120 |
Foundations of Medical Office/Medical Terminology |
200 |
Patient Billing |
170 |
Medical Insurance |
170 |
ICD9-CPT Coding |
230 |
Medical Insurance Coder Capstone
- Internships
- Projects
- Certifications
- Portfolios
|
120 |
College Credit:
- OSU-OKC - 9 credit hours available
- OSU-IT - 33 credit hours available
Average Oklahoma Salary
$14/hour
Helpful Attributes and Abilities
- Reading, language and math skills at the 8th grade level or
above
- Positive attitude and dependability
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Good oral and written communication skills
- Strong ethical standards
Who Can Enroll
Juniors, Seniors & Adults
Location
Springlake
Campus
Information Technology Center
1800 Springlake Drive
Oklahoma City, OK 73111
Financial Aid
Available
for those who qualify
Student Organization
BPA-Business Professionals
of America
Certifications Available
Certiport IC3
Metro Tech Accreditations
Oklahoma Board of Career
and Technology Education (OBCTE)
Oklahoma State Board of Education (OSBE)
North Central Association-Commission
on Accreditation & School Improvement (NCA-CASI)
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