Medical Billing & Coding
“Our goal is to take career-focused students looking to pursue opportunities in medical billing and coding with the expertise necessary to be successful in the medical community while enhancing their skill set with a great education.�
Medical Billing & Coding Community Care College’s Medical Billing and Coding program offers a challenging career for those who have a passion for the medical field! Your program will focus on the major areas of study, such as medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, computer software courses, and diagnostic and procedural coding to prepare you for an exciting career. You will also attain the skill set and expertise that make you irresistible to prospective healthcare employers. This program will open the door for you to capitalize on the expanding health care job market! Whether you are already working in the medical field or looking for a career change, this program will provide a way to increase your value as an employee and you will benefit from additional training to enhance your skill set!
Job Outlook
Application Process
Employment opportunities for Medical Billers and Coders are on the rise, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Employment is expected to grow faster than average at a rate of 18% through the year 2016. You can expect to work in a variety of settings such as physician offices, hospitals, nursing homes, ambulatory surgical centers, or go into business for yourself.
Interested candidates should apply early. Applications can be made in person at 4242 South Sheridan or by contacting an Admissions team member at 918.610.0027 or via email at admissions@communitycarecollege.edu. Log on to www.communitycarecollege.edu for an online application.
Online Program
Medical Billers and Coders usually work in comfortable, private offices. You will interact with the co-workers as well as physicians. Most Medical Billers and Coders will work a 40 hours work week with options of part-time, evenings, or weekends. Some also have the opportunity to work from home.
Diploma • 10 month program and classes begin approximately every 4 weeks Degree • 20 month program and classes begin approximately every 4 weeks • Associates Courses Online or On Campus Monday through Thursday 9:00am-11:50am
Financial Assistance • Pell Grant and Federal Student Loans are available to those who qualify • Private Lenders • Voc-Rehab, Bureau of Indian Affairs, Workforce Oklahoma and Veteran’s Education
Entrance Requirements • High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED) • Admittance Essay
Certification Graduates of this program are eligible to sit for the Certified Coding Associate (CCA) certification. Examination is administered by American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA).
Working Conditions
Physical Requirements Physical requirements are traditionally of a sedentary nature. Some lifting may be required based on the job description from your employers. Hearing If hearing impaired, you must possess reasonable alternative communication skills. Speech Must demonstrate ability to functionally express self orally and/or in writing. Vision Must possess normal vision or correctable to within normal ranges.
Mental & Emotional Requirements Because Medical Billers and Coders deal with the public, they must be neat and well-groomed and have a courteous, pleasant manner. You must also be able to clearly communicate to co-workers. You must also respect the confidential nature of health information.
Degree Program Students who wish to further their education beyond the diploma program have the option of attending CCC’s Associates of Occupational Science Degree Program. The degree program is designed to provide a foundation that will enable degree holders to seek and apply for management roles in their specialties.
Community Care College is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS) and is Licensed by the Oklahoma Board of Private Vocational Schools and is recognized by the United States Department of Education and authorized by Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education to offer Associate Degrees. Disclosures regarding the College’s programs related to consumer information/gainful employment are provided for each eligible program at http://www.collegesooner.com/consumer-information/ Community Care College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital or veteran status, or qualified disability.