Information on this
course focuses on medical coding practices and medical
insurance procedures. Course topics include; legal issues,
basic insurance literacy, diagnostic coding, procedural
coding, insurance claim forms, healthcare plans, worker’s
compensation disability benefits, hospital billing,
confidentiality and
seeking employment as
a medical coding specialist. Taught by a certified
specialist currently working in the field, this course will
provide the most up-to-date billing and coding practices in
the state of Maine. Also, for those seeking certification,
this course provides the preparation you will need for the
exam.
Please note:
Any exam or
certification expense is the responsibility of the student.
Prerequisite: Proven knowledge of
medical terminology.