Medical Coding
Our Medical Billing program will quickly and conveniently prepare you for one of the fastest growing careers with an earning potential up to $40/hr. Medical coders and billers translate records into standardized codes used to bill patients and are eligible for positions in hospitals, clinics, physician offices, medical labs, insurance companies, and a variety of other healthcare facilities. Our 18-month program is limited to 18 students per class.
Prerequisites for admission to the Professional Medical Coding Program include:
Prerequisites for admission to the Professional Medical Coding Program include:
- High School Diploma or GED
- Completion of entire application packet (including application fee which covers the 2 assessment exams and the prerequisite course titled Exploring Medical Coding, Letter of Intent, and two (2) letters of recommendation)
- Health Occupations Aptitude assessment
- Basic computer skills/keyboarding assessment
- Successful completion of the required Exploring Medial Coding class
- Ability to comprehend and analyze detailed information
 |
Columbia Area Career Center | 4203 S. Providence Road | Columbia, MO 65203 | Phone 573.214.3800 | Fax 573.214.3801 Columbia Area Career Center is accredited as a postsecondary and secondary institution by NCA CASI, a division of AdvancED. |
The Columbia Public School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, age, or use of leave protected by the Family and Medical Leave Act, in its programs, activities, or with regard to employment. The Columbia Board of Education is an equal opportunity employer. Inquiries regarding Columbia Public Schools' compliance with IDEA and Section 504 regulations should contact the offices or individuals below: Special Services (IDEA) Dr. Dana Clippard (Director of Special Services), Section 504 Dr. Lou Ann Tanner-Jones (Section 504 Coordinator) at 1818 West Worley, Columbia MO, 65203, (573) 214-3463.