Medical Billing and Coding Certificate
Ann Best, MHS, Assistant Dean, Health Sciences and Public Service
Phone: (419) 995-8080
Email: best.a@rhodesstate.edu
Office: TL 102B
Students in the Medical Billing and Coding certificate are trained for entry-level coding and billing positions in a wide variety of healthcare settings such as physician medical offices, clinics, medical insurance companies, and various other health-oriented organizations. Students will develop skills that impact medical reimbursement and are essential for the financial stability of every healthcare organization providing patient services and treatment. Skill sets include application of billing and coding systems, medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, electronic health records, processing insurance claims, and reimbursement practices.
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon completion, the student will be able to:
- Interpret compliance and industry standards and federal regulations required for accurate completion of duties in the billing and coding process.
- Demonstrate professional behaviors, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Prepare for successfully passing a national certifying exam as a medical coder.
Technical Standards
See here for details.
“C” grade policy
- A minimum 2.0 GPA is required for graduation.
- A grade of “C” or higher must be achieved in all courses carrying the specific program prefix such as DHY, EMS, MAT, NSG, OTA, PNS, PTA, RAD, RES and SRG.
- All programs and certificates require a grade of “C” (2.0) or better in required science courses and in required basic/related health science (BHS) courses as well as in selected general education and basic/related science courses (see program requirements).
All of the following required coursework needs to have been completed within five years of matriculation into a Health Sciences program or certificate. The five year limit may be waived by the Program Chair or Coordinator if the applicant is currently working in a healthcare field.
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| BIO 1000 | Basic Human Structure and Function | 3 |
| BIO 1110 | Anatomy and Physiology I | 4 |
| BIO 1120 | Anatomy and Physiology II | 4 |
| BIO 1400 | Microbiology | 4 |
| BHS 1390 | Medical Terminology | 2 |
| BHS 2110 | Growth and Development: Lifespan | 2 |
| CHM 1120 | Introductory Organic and Biochemistry | 4 |
| DTN 1220 | Principles of Nutrition | 2 |
| NSG 1721 | Pharmacology for Nursing | 2 |
*NOTE: CPT 1250 Computer Applications in the Workplace also applies to the "C" grade policy (including 5 year age requirement) for the Medical Billing and Coding certificate program.