Medical Coding Specialist w/ Computer
Program Goal
Prepare students with core medical coding skills, medical insurance/billing knowledge, and hands-on experience through an externship, leading toward national certification eligibility. The Medical Coding program introduces students to diagnostic and procedural coding used in healthcare reimbursement systems; Instructions include coding principles, documentation review, and compliance considerations. Computer training supports the use of electronic health records and coding related software.
Our record of job placement assistance is currently 90%.
Program Cycle 170 hours; Cost $5,000 – Cash payment entitles a 15% discount. $75 non-refundable registration fee is applicable. MEDCA fee is billed separately.
Questions? Contact Dorson VTI at 973-676-6300.
Online classes start immediately after acceptance. Upon successful completion of the required online instructional component of the program requirements students will be notified of their eligibility to set for the applicable national certification examination through MedCA recognized credentialing body where applicable to the program.
Eligibility to test does not guarantee certification and is subject to the polices and requirements of the credentialing organization. Externship placement is subject to availability and is not guaranteed. Completion of an externship does not guarantee employment.
Externship participation where applicable is optional and is not a condition of program completion or graduation. Students who request externship consideration will be notified following completion of the certification exam and in accordance with instructional of externship policies. Certain externship sites may require additional documentation, background checks, health screenings or compliance with site specific policies. Failure to meet externship site requirements may result in denial of placement without refund or program extension.