Metro Technology Centers - Career Majors - Business, Management and Administration

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Business, Management and Administration

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	1110 Hours

Course Title	Hours
Fundamentals of Technology Computer Literacy Basic Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Access Basic Internet Basic Networking Concepts	120
Fundamentals of Administrative Technologies Office Procedures Telephone Etiquette Microsoft Word Microsoft Excel	120
Foundations of Medical Office/Medical Terminology	170
Patient Billing	170
Medical Insurance	170
ICD9-CPT Coding	230
Medical Insurance Coder Capstone Internships Projects Certifications Portfolios	130

College Credit: OSU-OKC, OSU-IT

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)

A Gold Star School Quality Award Winner

Medical Insurance Coder

A Gold Star School
Quality Award Winner