Medical Office Administration: Medical Billing and Coding, AAS (A25310C)

Medical Coding and Billing is a concentration under the Medical Office Administration curriculum title. Medical coders and billers transform healthcare diagnoses, procedures, medical services, and equipment into a medical alphanumeric code (ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS). They also process and follow up on claims sent to health insurance companies for reimbursement of services provided by healthcare providers. These individuals work to avoid insurance payment denials. This requires a knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology. This also requires knowledge and proficiency of ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS coding. It is highly recommended for serious coders to pass the CPC (Certified Professional Coder) exam.

The Medical Office Administration curriculum prepares individuals for employment as medical administrative personnel in the areas of medical office, medical billing and coding, dental office, patient services, and medical documents.

Course work includes medical terminology, computer applications, medical office management, medical coding, medical insurance and billing, medical legal and ethical issues, oral and written communication, and other topics depending on the subject area selected within this curriculum.

Graduates should qualify for employment opportunities in a variety of medical office positions in medical and dental offices, hospitals, insurance companies, laboratories, medical supply companies, and other healthcare related organizations. Upon graduation, students may be eligible to sit for industry recognized certification exams.