Medical Insurance Coding TCC

Medical Insurance Coding
Technical Certificate of Credit

A medical insurance coding specialist is someone who is interested in the medical field, but doesn't want to actually "care" for patients directly. This type of individual is responsible, organized and can retain information. That person should also be able to multitask well, and enjoy working with computers.

Typical Coursework Includes:

• Document Processing
• Medical Terminology
• Anatomy & Terminology
• Medical Office Coding
• Human Disease

Why Study Medical Insurance Coding:

Employment of Medical Insurance Coding Technicians and Health Information Technicians is expected to increase 49% between 2000 and 2010.

Upon graduation, you will be qualified to work as a Medical Insurance Coder Technician in places such as:

• Hospitals
• Nursing Homes
• Medical Group Practices
• Clinics

Entry Level Salaries (2005):

• Average Hourly Wage - $8.41