Medical Coding & Insurance - Northland Community and Technical College

Medical Coding & Insurance from Northland Community and Technical College is a Campus Certificate Health Administration degree that prepares you for a Healthcare career. Program Description The Medical Coding and Insurance certificate program prepares students in many of the procedures associated with billing for medical services. Students receive training in medical billing processes including patient account management, diagnosis and procedure coding and medical insurance claim processing. Thorough understanding of medical terminology, human anatomy and physiology and human disease conditions is necessary for anyone working in this field. Medical coding involves using nationally-recognized coding systems to classify procedures and diagnoses related to medical treatment. These codes provide information that is used in insurance claims processing. Many different types of insurance programs are handled in the medical office. Students will examine insurance programs/plans such as Medicare, Medicaid & TRICARE, profit and non-profit third-party payers, workers\\\' compensation packages and disability coverage. Graduates of the program may be eligible to take one of the national coding certification exams. Employment Opportunities Graduates of the medical secretary, medical administrative secretary and emphasis area programs have employment opportunities in a variety of health care settings including, but not limited to, hospitals, clinics, insurance companies, government agencies, public health, home health agencies, long-term care facilities, and dental offices. Program Learner Outcomes 1. Student will demonstrate professional business communication in writing and speaking. 2. Student will use correct medical terminology in all healthcare applications. 3. Student will utilize appropriate technologies for health care applications. 4. Student will interpret health care records accurately. 5. Student will prepare and manage records according to healthcare standards. 6. Student will demonstrate professional workplace habits including punctuality, attitudes, and behaviors expected of the medical coding and insurance profession. 7. Student will perform diagnosis and procedure coding accurately and properly. 8. Student will apply correct principles of bookkeeping and insurance procedures to medical coding and insurance tasks. 9. Student will provide optimal, professional services expected by patients and employers while performing required medical coding and insurance duties. 10. Student will demonstrate critical thinking and problem-solving skills in a variety of medical coding and insurance situations. 11. Student will demonstrate interpersonal skills through effective listening, written, and oral communication in diverse situations. View more details on Northland Community and Technical College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Health Administration courses.