Health Information/Medical Information Coder/Biller Program
The Health Information/Medical Information Coder/Biller Program is a college-credit certificate program, consisting of 34/35 college-credit hours. Medical coding and billing skills are taught manually and enhanced with state-of-the art software applications. The knowledge gained from the Medical Information Coder/Biller: Health Information Management Certificate prepares students to become nationally certified coders. Upon completion of this program, students have the technical skills that are necessary to enter the healthcare delivery market as an entry-level medical coder/biller.
Day, evening and online courses are available, and most major courses are available during evenings and online. Students must have access to an Internet-capable computer while enrolled in the program; access to computers is available on all Seminole State campuses.
The college-credit certificate and A.S. in Health Information Management degree are limited-access programs. Candidates must meet minimum CPT/SAT/ACT scores or provide transcripts with proof of completion of English I (ENC1101), with a grade of "C" or higher, prior to registering for HSC1531, HIM1450/HIM1453 and HIM1000. Additional prerequisite courses are required for the A.S. in Health Information Management Degree Program; review the course sequence details. All students are required to
have a criminal background check prior to internship placement.
Medical information coders/billers are typically detail oriented, analytical and investigative; they like to read and thrive in the knowledge of medicine. If you fit this profile, Seminole State's Medical Information Coder/Biller Program may be right for you.
Seminole State's Medical Information Coder/Biller: Health Information Management Certificate offers:
- A comprehensive AHIMA-approved coding program*.
- An updated curriculum that will prepare students for current job market demands in coding and billing.
- Modern regulatory requirements.
- An experienced faculty that is committed to student success.
- Computer instruction in medical practice management and encoder software.
- National certification readiness.
*Graduates of the A.S. Health Information Management Program are not eligible for the AHIMA certification exam (RHIT) until the program has received an official letter from CAHIIM, awarding A.S. degree program accreditation.
| Medical Coding Education Considerations | Seminole State Student Benefit |
|---|
| AHIMA-approved coding education program | Student community of practice, student connection e-news, AHIMA career assistance, professional networking and more valuable professional resources |
| Online classes | Flexibility, convenience and minimized travel expenses to and from campus |
| Face-to-face classes | Instruction in traditional classroom settings |
| Day classes | Students can take classes if they work evenings |
| Evening classes | Students can take classes if they work during the daytime |
| Updated curriculum | Instruction reflects current job market demands in coding and billing |
| Experienced, credentialed and committed faculty | All faculty members who teach coding and billing courses hold active AHIMA credentials. |
| Practical/Workplace experience through internship | Real-world experience |
| Instruction in national certification readiness | Gives students an edge in preparation to sit for a national certification examination |
| College credit | Seminole State is a public community college, accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS). |
| Articulation to the B.S. Health Information Management Program at the University of Central Florida | Advancement to a B.S. degree in health information management |
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