The program faculty will be led by a licensed registered nurse and registered medical assistant. The billing and coding instructor will have field experience and will hold a billing and coding certification or other related medical certificate/degree.
What is Medical Coding? Medical coding is when healthcare professionals code medical records for billing and insurance purposes. The role of medical coders is essential to ensuring great patient care and optimal revenue for healthcare organizations of every size and specialty.
Are Medical Coding jobs in demand? Medical coding careers are in high demand with a forecast to grow at a higher-than-average rate (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics). In fact, according to Randstad U.S., certified medical coders and technicians are one of the most sought-after jobs in the U.S. and the medical coding market is expected to grow from $17.9 billion in 2021 to $31.4 billion by 2028. (Grand View Research)
CPC at Saint Joe: Our fully online, 16-week training course is provided through a synchronous learning model which means you'll never need to learn the material on your own. You will have regular online lectures with your instructor alongside your peers in the virtual classroom as you work through the details of what it is to be a Medical Coder and how to be a Medical Coder. Additionally, you will have access to real-time case studies that will allow you to put what you've learned into practice in a safe environment where mistakes lead to learning opportunities.
Applications are due a minimum of 2 weeks prior to course start dates with new cohorts launching in late January and mid-August each calendar year.