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Medical Coding Specialist

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MEDICAL CODING SPECIALIST

MTI's Medical Coding Specialist Program

Are you interested in a career in the healthcare industry that offers flexible work environments
and does not require direct interaction with patients?

As a medical coding specialist, you play an important supporting role within the healthcare team by translating medical data from patient records. Midwest Technical Institute (MTI) provides training for medical coders to help
you build the skills and knowledge required for entry-level positions normally available in
medical offices, clinics, hospitals, and insurance companies.

Medical Coding Specialist Program Overview

Completing a medical coding training program is the first step toward an exciting new career in this healthcare role. Here’s what you can expect when you attend Midwest Technical Institute (MTI) for your medical coder training:

Medical Coder Specialist Program Highlights
Length:
9 months (35 weeks)
Hours:
765 clock hours (includes 225 externship hours) / 135 additional outside clock hours
Credits:
28 semester credits
When:
Daytime and evening classes available
Completion:
Diploma
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Hands-On Medical Coding Specialist Training

Anatomy | Medical Terminology | Etiology | Pathology | Insurance Claims & Guidelines | Medical Coding Externship

The medical coding instructors at MTI bring real-world experience to the classroom, leading
through hands-on instruction and one-on-one interaction to provide students skills.

In MTI’s medical coding classes, you’ll learn how to:

  • Translate doctors’ notes, medical records, charts & other documentation into numerical
    descriptions of illnesses and treatments
  • Index diagnoses and procedures to provide information for reimbursement purposes
  • Locate crucial information within medical records to provide precise coding
  • Interpret insurance claims and develop essential office skills
  • Complete a medical coding externship

*Modules can be taken in any order; however, Medical Coding Externship will always be
taken last by the student.

Find a Medical Coding School Near You

Medical billing and coding schools in Illinois and Missouri:

East Peoria, Illinois

Midwest Technical Institute East Peoria, IL Campus

280 High Point Ln
East Peoria, IL 61611

Moline, Illinois

Midwest Technical Institute Moline, IL Campus

3620 Avenue of the Cities
Moline, IL 61265

Springfield, Illinois

Midwest Technical Institute Springfield, IL Campus

2731 Farmers Market Rd
Springfield, IL 62707

Springfield, Missouri

Midwest Technical Institute Springfield, MO Campus

3600 S Glenstone Ave
Springfield, MO 65804

What Makes the Medical Coding Specialist Program at MTI Different?

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Receive hands-on training in classrooms & computer labs that simulate medical coding work environments

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Earn your medical coding diploma in as few as 9 months

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All MTI medical coding instructors have real-world experience

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Small class sizes and no general education courses required

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Lifetime job placement assistance is available to all qualified graduates

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Financial aid and scholarship opportunities available to students who qualify

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Flexible class schedules are available

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Quick Facts: Medical Coding Specialist Program

What is a medical coder or medical record and health information technician?
  • According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, “Medical records and health information technicians organize and manage health information data.” In medical coding, the “coding” refers to transforming the written or verbal description of diseases, injuries, and procedures into numerical designations. This is one of the few healthcare occupations that require little contact with patients. Typical job titles include Medical coding specialist, insurance coder, claims specialist, and international classification of diseases/CPT coder.

    Are you considering medical billing and coding schools in Illinois and Missouri? Read more:
    What is Medical Coding and is it for you?
    Also check out our informative guide: Is Medical Coding Hard? Guide to Medical Coding Training & Certification

How much can you make as a medical coder?
  • According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual wage for medical records and health information technicians was approximately $44,090. The highest 10 percent of
    medical coding professionals earned more than $73,370. Wages may vary by work experience
    and skill level.
Where can I work as a medical coder?
  • Medical coding specialists typically work a 40-hour week. The working conditions are generally pleasant and within comfortable offices. MTI’s Medical Coding Specialist Program provides the skills and knowledge required for entry-level positions commonly available in medical offices, clinics, hospitals, and insurance companies.

    For more information on medical coding work environments, visit the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics or check out: What Type of Career Can You Get with a Medical Coding Certificate?

Are medical coders in demand?
  • With aging populations requiring more medical services, the expected growth for medical coding professionals remains strong. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts the job outlook for medical records and health information technicians will increase by 8% from 2019 to 2029.

    For more information regarding the career path for medical coding professionals, check out: How to Become a Medical Coder.

How much does medical coding training cost?
  • For more information on MTI program costs, please contact Financial Aid or visit Tuition & Cost.For related information on medical coding programs, check out our informative guide on Is Medical Coding Hard? Guide to Medical Coding Training & Certification
Financial Assistance

Midwest Technical Institute offers a variety of financing options to qualifying students. Financial Aid Representatives are available at each of our campuses to assist you. Please contact your nearest MTI campus today to learn more.

Enrollment and Outcomes

Enrollment and outcome information for all Illinois-based campuses and the ACCSC annual
reports for each program in Adobe PDF format. Please note, all programs are not offered at all
campuses. For annual details, please visit our medical coding enrollment and outcomes page.

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Accreditations

Midwest Technical Institute is proudly accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools & Colleges (ACCSC) and is approved by the U.S. Department of Education to participate in federally-funded financial aid programs.  For more information about our accreditations and approvals, please visit: https://www.midwesttech.edu/about-us/accreditation/

Midwest Technical Institute is approved by the Division of Private Business and Vocational Schools of the Illinois Board of Higher Education.

MTI is approved by the Division of Private Business and Vocational Schools of the Illinois Board of Higher Education: 1 N. Old State Capitol Plaza, Suite 333, Springfield, IL 62701. For more info: www.ibhe.org

Midwest Technical Institute is approved to operate by the Missouri Department of Higher Education.

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