Program Description
- Online Accelerated Program
The Undergraduate Certificate in Medical Billing and Coding blends foundational academic coursework with hands-on experience using industry-standard coding software. In a virtual lab environment, students engage with leading healthcare technologies, applying coding concepts to realistic scenarios that develop both technical proficiency and critical thinking. This practical approach equips students to navigate the ethical and regulatory frameworks essential for producing accurate, high-quality coding data that supports the financial integrity and health of the U.S. healthcare system.
Advanced courses introduce students to the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in medical billing and coding. Students explore how AI technologies—such as natural language processing and machine learning—are transforming medical billing and coding by enhancing coding accuracy and efficiency. Using coding simulations, students learn to evaluate AI-assisted coding using real-world documentation.
The program culminates in a virtual coding practicum, where students analyze both simulated and real patient cases to reinforce their learning.
Graduates are prepared for entry-level coding positions in a variety of healthcare settings, including physician practices, hospitals, rehabilitation centers, and skilled nursing facilities.
Curriculum: 24 credits
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| HSCX 130 | Med Terminology & Human Body | 3 |
| HSCX 201 | Human Disease and Treatment | 3 |
| MBCX 212 | ICD-10 Coding Concepts | 3 |
| MBCX 213 | CPT Coding Concepts | 3 |
| MBCX 312 | ICD-10 Coding Applications | 3 |
| MBCX 313 | CPT Coding Applications | 3 |
| MBCX 317 | Reimbursement Methodology | 3 |
| MBCX 350 | Virtual Coding Practicum | 3 |
| Total Credits | 24 | |