Career Redesign - Medical Coder/Biller
About Medical Coder/Biller
This program prepares the student for employment as an entry-level coder, medical record coder, coding technician, coding clerk, or medical coder/biller. Training includes, but is not limited to, medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, coding systems, fundamentals of disease process, including pharmacology, health care delivery systems, basics of medical records services, ethical and legal responsibilities, safety/security procedures, basic data processing, and employability skills. This program is offered in both traditional classroom instruction and online learning settings.
The mission of this program is to prepare students with the analytical and technical skills required to meet the needs of the health care industry. The program supports quality patient care through advocating coding and billing accuracy, patient confidentiality, and by following the high ethical standards set by the professional community.
Program Structure
| Postsecondary Program of Study | OCP | Course | Hours |
| Introduction to Health Information Technology | A | HIM0009 | 90 |
| Medical Coder/Biller I | B | HIM0091 | 350 |
| Medical Coder/Biller II | B | HIM0092 | 350 |
| Medical Coder/Biller III | B | HIM0093 | 320 |
Dual Enrollment is available for high school students. View the Dual Enrollment at OTC video playlist.
Additional Program Details
Program Structure Details
Occupational Completion Points (OCPs) - The Medical Coder/Biller program is a planned sequence of instruction consisting of two Occupational Completion Points. OCPs provide a student with early completion training options linked to employment opportunities established by the Florida Department of Education based on the Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) system and accepted industry titles. Academic skill level required to complete program: Grade 9 math, and grade 11 language and reading.
Industry Certification/Licensure
After completing the program, graduates take the following exams:
- Certified Professional Coder (CPC), American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC)
- Certified Coding Associate (CCA), American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA)
Articulation
Upon successful completion of this program, students enrolling in an A.S. degree program are eligible to be awarded articulated credits at:
Valencia College:
- Energy Management and Controls Technology A.S. degree – Up to 9 credits
Program Cost
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