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SPECIALIZATION : MEDICAL CODER / BILLER PROGRAM – APPLIED TECHNOLOGY DIPLOMA
MEDICAL CODER / BILLER PROGRAM –
APPLIED TECHNOLOGY DIPLOMA
CAREER & TECHNICAL PROGRAMS

SPECIALIZATION : MEDICAL CODER / BILLER PROGRAM – APPLIED TECHNOLOGY DIPLOMA

WHAT IS IT ?

The Medical Information Coder / Biller is an integral member of a professional health care team .
This one-year EFSC program offers individuals interested in combining medicine and information technology the opportunity to pursue a business-related career in today ’ s healthcare industry . It prepares the student for employment as a medical coder and / or biller in ambulatory , physician office or hospital outpatient settings .
The program is a three-term sequence of courses that combines online coursework with face-toface classes . It is available on a full-time basis only . Prerequisite courses are offered at varied times at most campus locations and / or online .
Note : This is a limited access program with a customized application process .
Medical Information Coder / Biller Certificate ( CDCC ) Possible Positions
Job Growth by 2030
Median Salary
Medical Records and Health Information Specialists
453,600
$ 45,240
Medical Secretaries and Administrative Assistants
676,100
$ 37,450
Medical Transcriptionists
48,500
$ 30,100
All data is taken from : BLS ( Bureau of Labor Statistics ) • O * NET Online • PayScale
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