Medical Coding Specialist
Certificate of Specialization Business Computing · Coastline College · 2026-2027 Catalog
The Medical Coding Specialist certificate prepares the students to pass the tests to become a Certified Coding Associate (CCA) and/or a Certified Coding Specialist (CCS). These tests are administered by the American Health Information Management Association. This certificate program focuses on preparing the students for an in-depth knowledge of coding.
Program Learning Outcomes
- Use CPT codes to create complex medical insurance claim forms used in a medical facility.
- Analyze medical billing situations, integrate appropriate data from patient files and physician notes, complete professional accounts payable invoices, and submit the documents to the appropriate insurance provider(s).
- Pass a sample AHIMA certification exam with a score of 75% or better.
- Use medical terminology to create medical records and insurance claim forms, integrate appropriate terminology from patient files and physician notes, and analyze medical terminology to produce professional medical documents.
Requirements
Review Graduation Requirements.