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Medical Coding Basic & Advanced
Medical Coding Basic & Advanced
at Mitchell Community College
Charlotte Catalog
The **Medical Coding Basic **course provides entry-level training in the fundamentals of Coding and Billing for a career as a professional coder in healthcare settings. Emphasis is placed on Medical Terminology and Anatomy & Physiology. The Medical Coding Advanced course builds on the knowledge gained from the Basic Coding course and prepares students to take the National Coder’s Certification Exam through AAPC (American Academy of Professional Coders).
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Medical Records Specialists
Compile, process, and maintain medical records of hospital and clinic patients in a manner consistent with medical, administrative, ethical, legal, and regulatory requirements of the healthcare system. Classify medical and healthcare concepts, including diagnosis, procedures, medical services, and equipment, into the healthcare industry's numerical coding system. Includes medical coders.
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