Medical Coding Specialist

Program Information

Degree Type
28-credit Technical Diploma

Program Code
31-530-2

Time to Degree
1 year

Start Date
August / January

How You'll Learn

Hybrid
8-Week Courses
Evening

Learn to review physician documentation in order to assign diagnoses and procedure codes used for reimbursement and data reporting purposes. Explore anatomy, disease processes, diagnosis and procedure code sets, and systems to report healthcare data for reimbursement and statistical analysis in settings including hospitals, physician’s offices, healthcare and insurance organizations.

Tuition Costs

The cost of your degree depends on a number of factors, including where you live, how your program is delivered, how long it takes to finish your program and the financial aid you receive. Explore current tuition and fees.

Additional Estimated Costs

Acess to any PC
EHR Go software: $55/12 weeks - Purchase through the WCTC Bookstore

Take advantage of a Direct Digital Access Program for discounted textbooks.

How To Apply

Apply online and pay the $30 application fee.

Questions on the application process? Visit the Admissions page or contact an enrollment counselor.

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Contact Us

Questions? We'd love to help! Connect with our Enrollment team by filling out our online form or by email at enroll@wctc.edu.

Potential Careers

If you’re analytical, detail oriented and tech savvy, a career in medical coding might be for you. Medical coders must have sound judgment and a high level of integrity, as they are privy to patients’ personal information. Technical skills aid in working with billing software, and communication skills are essential for interacting with patients, insurance and healthcare providers.

Medical Coding Specialist
Revenue Cycle Analyst
Medical Billing Specialist
Medical Coder
Health Claims Analyst

High School Eligibility

This program is open to qualified high school applicants. Learn more >

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Career Salaries

$38,300 – $53,000 annually

Salary range estimates based on wages for related occupations in Waukesha County as reported by Economic Modeling Specialists International (EMSI). Individual wages may vary based on experience, industry, location and specific job requirements.

Check the WCTC Graduate Success Report to view our graduates’ entry wages.

Financial Aid

For this program, financial aid only covers courses. Loans and other aid will be prorated. Learn more about financial aid.

Technical Standards

The students enrolled in the Medical Coding Specialist program should be able to meet the established technical standards identified below with or without reasonable accommodation. The technical standards for the Medical Coding Specialist program are representative of those found in the Medical Coding Specialist profession.

Review the Medical Coding Specialist Technical Standards.

Program Courses

Health Programs

Career Pathway

What Makes This Program Unique

This program is offered in a combination of online and classroom formats to provide a more flexible learning experience.
Graduates can become eligible to take the CCA or CCS certification exams through the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA).
Students are encouraged to continue their education to obtain their associate degree in Health Information Technology.

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Introduction to Health Careers

Explore the various roles and responsibilities within the healthcare industry and discover potential careers that match your skills and interests.

Program Pathway

Earn certificates, technical diplomas and/or industry credentials along this pathway. Start with some courses for entry-level employment, and continue with additional courses for higher wages and job advancement.

Health Information Technology Pathway

Earn credit for prior learning for the college-level knowledge and skills that you've already acquired through advanced high school classes, previous college coursework, self-study, military training work or volunteer experience.

More Credit Opportunities

Dual enrollment offers high school students an opportunity to get a head start in high-demand fields while earning college credits.

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You may have the opportunity to obtain credit for the college-level skills and knowledge you've already acquired through prior coursework, work experience and more.

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