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Medical Coding Specialist | Dipl
This program is eligible for free tuition
Degree
Diploma
Credits
43
Location
Sioux City
Online
Estimated Program Costs Required Classes Licensure Information

This diploma program is tailored to equip individuals with the skills needed to assign codes to diagnoses and procedures using nationally recognized coding systems.

Graduates of this program also acquire knowledge in medical insurance, reimbursement systems, and the correlation between coding and these crucial aspects of healthcare. The curriculum is designed to prepare students for the practical application of coding systems in medical facilities.

Whether aspiring to become medical coders or seeking a comprehensive understanding of the coding process in healthcare, participants in this program will be well-prepared for roles requiring expertise in medical coding and its vital connections to insurance and reimbursement systems.

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Meet Your Advisor

Fran DeJong
Fran DeJong
Academic Advisor
fran.dejong@witcc.edu
Call  712.317.3345
Sioux City Campus, Admissions
Book Appointment with Fran

Required Classes for Medical Coding Specialist

For a list of current required classes, visit:
https://catalog.witcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=14&poid=3066&returnto=1099

 

Meet Your Faculty and Staff

Carmen Monk BS, CMA, AAMA
Carmen Monk BS, CMA, AAMA
Medical Assistant Instructor
carmen.monk@witcc.edu
Call  712.317.3130
Sioux City Campus, Room A104
Renee Reeves, RHIT
Administrative Assistant-Medical Instructor
renee.reeves@witcc.edu
Call  712.317.3495
Sioux City Campus
 

Licensure Information

Educational licensure is met in the following states: Iowa
Educational licensure is not met for the following states: None
If not listed above, determination has not yet been made for the remaining states: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming

 

Estimated Program Costs

In-state tuition and fees: $9,159.00 *
Out-of-state tuition and fees: $9,417.00 *
Educational fees: $97.00/semester
Estimated books: $600.00/semester **
Estimated transportation and personal expense: $1,373.00/semester
Estimated student housing and food: $3,450.00/semester

* This is an approximate cost based on tuition and fees set by the Board of Directors before each school year. Course level fees may also apply. Use our class search page to find more information specific to each class. Additional charges for licensure or credential testing may be a part of your program.
** The cost of books varies per program.