Medical Information Technology - Health Information Coding Specialty A.A.S.

http://catalog.umt.edu/colleges-schools-programs/missoula-college/business-technology/aas-health-information-coding/

Michelle Boller, Director Health information coders play a critical role in accurately identifying procedures and diagnoses to ensure accurate billing and reimbursement. Students are trained to: Understand anatomy, medical terminology, and disease processes necessary to determine correct codes and sequences Analyze health records and to accurately abstract and code procedures and diagnoses utilizing legal and regulatory standards Communicate with physicians, healthcare facilities, insurance companies, and patients to ensure accurate and timely reimbursement Graduates are adequately prepared for many roles, such as working in a front office with patients or behind the scenes with insurance companies and healthcare facilities. Upon graduation students are encouraged and eligible to sit for AHIMA Certified Coding Associate (CCA) and Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) certification exams to increase their employment opportunities.