Lisa Humbertson, Program Director
Allied Health 124
301-784-5319
https://allegany.edu/medical-coding-billing-certificate/index.html
The Medical Coding and Billing certificate program is designed to prepare graduates
for employment as medical coders and billers in hospitals, physician offices, nursing
homes, ambulatory care facilities, and insurance companies. Students are trained in
evaluating and interpreting health records and reports in order to accurately code
diagnoses and procedures according to recognized classification systems. This program
will also provide students with the basic skills and knowledge needed to submit medical
claims for reimbursement, track claims, and process payments. Students will also be
prepared to perform entry-level front office skills including patient registration
and scheduling, mail processing and patient communication.
Graduates of the Medical Administrative Assistant Medical Coding and Billing Certificate
will have the knowledge and competencies required to take the AAPC Certified Professional
Coder (CPC) exam. Because of the nature of the program, students must meet the Reading
requirements of the Placement Test. Students must achieve a "C" or better in any medical
coding course before being advanced to any subsequent coding course in the curriculum
progression. In order to graduate with the Medical Coding and Billing Certificate,
the students must meet all college academic requirements plus achieve a grade or "C"
or better in each Medical Administrative Assistant and Medical Assistant course.
The Medical Coding and Billing curriculum at Allegany College of Maryland has been
designated as a Health Manpower Shortage Program by the Maryland Higher Education
Commission. Maryland residents from counties other than Allegany County who register
in this eligible program will be charged the out-of- county tuition rate. However,
these students may be eligible to receive reimbursement for a portion of the cost
difference between the in-county and out-of-county tuition rates. Funding availability
for this program is based on funding from the State of Maryland and is thus subject
to change each semester. Some restrictions apply. More information can be obtained
by contacting the Admissions Office.
Successful completion of this program qualifies a student to apply for a Certificate
in Medical Administrative Assistant - Medical Coding and Billing.
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
MEDICAL CODING AND BILLING
ONE-YEAR CAREER PROGRAM
PREPARATION FOR EMPLOYMENT
NOTE: All courses specifically identified by course number are graduation requirements for this program.
