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

Daytime

Evening

Program Overview Application Deadlines Program Cost

Medical coders review physician documentation in records in order to assign diagnoses and procedure codes used for reimbursement and data purposes. Medical coders work in hospitals, physician’s offices, other healthcare facilities and insurance companies. In this program, learn two different systems in order to assign codes to the reimbursement systems for inpatient and outpatient coding.

Deadlines To Know*

Fall 2022 Start

Submit application by August 1, 2022
Complete checklist items by August 8, 2022

Spring 2023 Start

Submit application by January 3, 2023
Complete checklist items by January 9, 2023

Summer 2022 Start

This program cannot be started in summer.

* Application deadlines are subject to change based on program demand.

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 - Puchase through WCTC Bookstore

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

How To Apply

Apply online and pay the $30 application fee.

Submit unofficial high school transcript.

Complete placement assessment (Reading only).

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

What Makes This Program Unique?

Offered in a combination of online and classroom formats to provide a more flexible learning experience.

Students are encouraged to continue their education to obtain their associate degree in Health Information Technology.

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 ollege coursework, self-study, military training work or volunteer experience.

Technical Diploma

Medical Coding Specialist (this program)

Associate Degree

Health Information Technology

Bachelor's Degree

WCTC has credit transfer agreements with many four-year institutions that allow our degree graduates to transfer credits into a baccalaureate program, often at junior-level standing.