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Pathways: Basic Coding for Medical Office -CEU 940N

This intensive pathway is offered in an online format and provides curriculum that provides knowledge and abilities that may prepare students for entry-level positions in a medical office setting. The target wage for employment is between $11.00 - $13.00 an hour. Because the Basic Coding class is non-credit, it is not eligible for federal financial aid. The optional internship for college credit is available to provide experience in a medical office setting and may be eligible financial aid.

This Pathway is ideal for students who wish to place a medical emphasis on prior office work experience in order to enter the medical office field. Students should expect to spend approximately 20-30 hours each week studying at their computer from home.

Students wishing to become a Certified Coder will need additional training. See below for information on the AAPC Medical Coding Online, which is a class that prepares students for the AAPC exam.

 

The classes below are offered through PCC CLIMB for Health Professionals.

Basic Coding Online class PREREQUISITES - offered Spring Term, April 1, 2013

CEU 939G  Medical Terminology Online

CEU 3073 Advance Anatomy & Physiology for Coders Online

 

CEU 940N BASIC CODING Online - Offered Summer Term, June 24 2013.

Prerequisites:

CEU 939G Medical Terminology Online

CEU 3073 Advanced Anatomy & Physiology for Coders Online

 

CEU 949M AAPC Medical Coding Online - Offered Fall Term, September 23, 2013.

Prerequisite:

CEU 940N Basic Coding Online

 

The Career Pathways Program provides services to students wanting job search assistance by providing a weekly, 3-hour Career Planning course that students can choose to attend in addition to the Coding classes. In the Career Planning course, these Career Pathways students learn to hone their job search and internship development skills and receive job search support services until they find employment. Students wanting information on attending as a Career Pathways student by taking the Career Planning class can ontact Laurie Chadwick at 971-722-6233 for more information.

For specific information on any of the CLIMB classes listed above, contact CLIMB for Health Professionals at climbhealth@pcc.edu or 971-722-6627.

Basic Coding Online:

This class is offered in an online format. To see if your computer is compatible click on this link for details on computer system requirements.

Students will explore both ICD-9-CM and CPT coding for services furnished by physicians, clinics and hospitals. Codes are used for the processing on every bill or request for payment submitted to Medicare and insurance companies. Participants will use basic medical terminology and learn the fundamental knowledge and skills necessary for basic diagnostic and procedure coding.

Optional Internship in a Medical Office:

Students wanting hands-on experience in a medical setting can choose the option to develop and participate in an internship through the PCC Occupational Skills Training program.  Developing an internship is much like looking for work and is highly recommended.  Students take the lead role in finding their own employer to provide the work site for an internship.  PCC does not "provide" you with an internship.  The Career Planning class assists students in developing an internship. PCC Occupational Skills Training then works with the employer during the internship period.  PCC does cover the workman's compensation for the student during the internship.

Another Option:

Coding Certification

Students wishing to become a Certified Coder will need additional training. See above for information on the CEU 949M AAPC Medical Coding Online, which is a class that prepares students for the AAPC exam.

Features:

• Career Pathways students participate in three hours a week of Career Planning in addition to the PCC Basic Coding class. A cohort learning community is developed and an Employment Specialist supports Career Pathways students as they pursue internship development and employment in this field.
• Training is on the State of Oregon Eligible Training Provider list (WIA).
• This training is offered in partnership with PCC CLIMB for Health Professionals and PCC Occupational Skills Department.
• There is no license or certification with the Basic Coding Online class.  For more information on testing to become a Certified Coder, visit aapc.com.

Estimated Cost Of Training for Basic Coding for Medical Office:
Term 1: $681.68 (Prerequisites: A&P for Coders and Medical Terminology)
Term 2: 1765.00 (Basic Coding Online)
Term 3: $1,358.20 (optional internship through Occupation Skills Training: call 971-722-6233)

Total $3,804.88

OR

Estimated Cost Of Training for Coding Certification:
Term 1: $681.68 (Prerequisites: A&P for Coders and Medical Terminology)
Term 2: 1765.00 (Basic Coding Online)
Term 3: TBD (AAPC Medical Coding Online - contact CLIMB for Health Professionals at 971-722-6627 for complete costs)

Training Cost Sheet for Basic Coding for Medical Office (cost will differ for coding certification)

Note: The figures above are based on the 2012/13 PCC fee structure and include parking and a full-time internship. They are approximations and subject to change without notice.

Prerequisites for Career Pathways Students only, those attending the Career Planning class:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• $10 fee for a criminal background check prior to the start of the Pathway.
• COMPASS scores placing into: Reading 90, Writing 90, Math 20.
• Strong office/administrative work history.
• Must demonstrate ability to type 30 words per minute.
• Experience in MS Office Windows/Word.
• Personal computer with internet capability.
• Excel/10-key by touch preferred.

Course of Study of Basic Coding for Medical Office

Course Number	Course Name	Credits
	Must meet Medical Terminology and A&P prerequisites prior to starting CEU 940N Basic Coding
TERM 1
CEU 939G	Medical Terminology Online	non-credit
CEU 3073	Advance Anatomy & Physiology for Coders Online	non-credit
TERM 2
CEU 940N	Basic Medical Coding	non-credit
WFTT23 - for students choosing the Career Pathways option to receive job search assistance	Career Planning: This course is designed to build a learning community among students pursuing courses as a Career Pathways student. Students will develop their skills as a student, intern and job seeker, developing resumes, networking and interviewing skills, and learning to locate an internship site. A job search portfolio will be used as an organizational framework for the course.	non-credit
TERM 3 (Optional)
OST 100	Internship through Occupational Skills Training Program - 971-722-6233	8 - 16
Total Credits		8 - 16
OR students can choose a TERM 3 option of:
CEU949M AAPC Medical Coding Online for those wanting coding certification		non-credit