Medical Coding and Billing Program Overview
A career in electronic health records is an excellent career choice for people who want a career in the growing field of healthcare but prefer not to work directly with patients. American
Institute College of Health Professions offers Associate Degree and Diploma programs using a blended online format that includes a combination of synchronous and asynchornous activites and simulated laboratory activities.
Our Associate of Science Degree in Health Information Technology program is 80 weeks in length (20 months) and focuses on the acquisition of the knowledge, skills and behaviors suitable to obtain an entry-level position in Health Information Technology. Health Information Technicians assemble patients' health information including medical history, symptoms, examination results, diagnostic tests, treatment methods, and all other healthcare provider services. Technicians organize and manage health information data by ensuring its quality, accuracy, accessibility, and security. These processes allow graduates to play a vital role in the health care process by making accurate, updated information available to health care providers, thus ensuring a high quality of patient care.
Our Diploma in Medical Coding and Billing program is 54 weeks in length (14 months) and focuses on the acquisition of the knowledge, skills and behaviors suitable to obtain an entry-level position as a Medical Coder or Biller. Medical Coders and Billers specialize in codifying patients' medical information for reimbursement purposes. Medical Coders assign a code to each diagnosis and procedure by using classification systems software. The classification system determines the amount for which healthcare providers will be reimbursed if the patient is covered by Medicare, Medicaid, or other insurance programs using the system. Coders may use several coding systems, such as those required for ambulatory settings, physician offices, or long-term care.
Health Information Technicians and Medical Coders or Billers work in a variety of settings including hospitals, clinics, physicians offices, healthcare agencies, and insurance and managed care providers, among others.
According to the United States Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook 2010-11 Edition, “Employment of medical records and health information technicians is expected to increase by 20 percent, much faster than the average for all occupations through 2018” Employment growth will result from the increase in the number of medical tests, treatments, and procedures that will be performed.”
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