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Associate's Degree
A.A.S. in Health Information Technology
DeVry University-Illinois
Associate's Degree
A.A.S. in Medical Biller Specialist
Taylor Business Institute
Associate's Degree
AAS Health Science - Health Information Management
ECPI University
Bachelor's Degree
B.S. in Health Information Management
Indiana University-Indianapolis
Certificate
Basic Medical Billing and Coding
Glendale Community College (CA)
Short-Term Certificate
Certificate in Health Information Technology
Athens State University
AL
Certificate
Certificate in Medical Coding
Indiana University-Indianapolis
Certification
Certified Billing & Coding Specialist (CBCS)
National Healthcareer Association (NHA)
Gathering/reviewing essential informationVerifying required documentation before patient information is releasedPreventing fraud/abuse by auditing billingSupporting coding and billing processAssigning codes for diagnoses and proceduresSubmitting claims for reimbursement
Certification
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA)
National Healthcareer Association (NHA)
Taking patient vital signsAssisting providers with exams and proceduresAdministering injections or medicationsPerforming EKG, phlebotomy and other essential laboratory proceduresChecking patients in and out upon arrival and departureAnswering phone calls and questions
Certification
Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)
American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA)
$299 cost
Assign and sequence diagnosis and procedure codes based on provider documentation and official coding guidelinesApply coding conventions, POA guidelines, and coding edits to ensure accurate code assignment across inpatient and outpatient settingsDemonstrate knowledge of reimbursement methodologies and identify major comorbid conditions to support accurate claimsVerify and validate health record documentation to ensure completeness and accuracy prior to code assignmentResolve conflicting documentation within the health record to support accurate and compliant codingAnalyze health record documentation to identify query opportunities and ensure queries are compliant and non-leading
Certification
Certified Electronic Health Records Specialist (CEHRS)
National Healthcareer Association (NHA)
Auditing patient records for complianceAbstracting clinical information for reportsPerforming basic coding to submit reimbursement claimsProcessing Release of Information (ROI) requests for medical recordsReviewing patient demographic and insurance informationDiscussing patient information with physicians and insurance professionals
Certification
Certified Healthcare Documentation Specialist (CHDS)
Association for Healthcare Documentation Integrity
$150 cost
Possess core knowledge and skills needed to practice healthcare documentation effectively in multi‑specialty acute care settingsPerform advanced editing skills for accurate transcription, proofreading, and SRT editingApply knowledge of Clinical Medicine and Health Information Technology
Certification
Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA)
National Healthcareer Association (NHA)
Reviewing and answering practice correspondenceOperating computer systems to accomplish office tasksAnswering calls and scheduling appointmentsGreeting patients and updating electronic medical recordsUpdating and maintaining patient and other practice-specific informationCoordinating operation reports such as time and attendance
Certification
Certified Medical Assistant (AAMA)
American Association of Medical Assistants
Measure and document vital signs including blood pressure, pulse, temperature, respiration, and pulse oximetry for patients across the lifespanConduct patient intake interviews and document comprehensive medical histories using proper medical terminology and documentation standardsPerform patient wellness assessments and screenings for conditions including cancer, STIs, domestic violence, depression, and substance useProcess and communicate provider orders including patient education on medications, nutrition, home monitoring, and mobility equipmentApply standard precautions, infection control practices, and medical asepsis techniques to maintain a safe clinical environmentRespond to workplace emergencies and administer basic first aid for a broad range of medical conditions and injuries
Certification
Certified Professional Coder (CPC)
American Academy of Professional Coders
$3,049 cost
Identify the purpose of the CPT®, ICD-10-CM, and HCPCS Level II code booksUnderstand and apply the official ICD-10-CM coding guidelinesApply coding conventions when assigning diagnoses and procedure codesIdentify the information in appendices of the CPT® code bookExplain the determination of the levels of E/M servicesCode a wide variety of patient services using CPT®, ICD-10-CM, and HCPCS Level II codes
Certification
Certified Professional Coder (CPC) + Certified Professional Biller (CPB) Dual Certifications
American Academy of Professional Coders
$425 cost
Apply ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS Level II codes for procedures, diagnoses, and servicesUnderstand coding guidelines, conventions, and compliance requirementsCode for outpatient and physician services, including evaluation and management (E/M), procedures, and same-day surgeriesLink diagnoses and procedures to demonstrate medical necessityEnsure coding accuracy to support proper reimbursement and complianceManage claim submission for Medicare, Medicaid, and commercial payers
Micro-Credential
Clinical Terminology for International and U.S. Students
University of Manchester
Micro-Credential
Clinical Trials Management Training
National Institutes of Health (NIH)
Course
DLS Medical Billing and Coding Certification Program
DLS Medical Billing and Coding, LLC
AL
Certificate
Electronic Health Record Specialist (EHR)
Phlebotomy Ink Training and Staffing Agency, LLC
AL
Course
Emergency Medical Services
Career and Technical Education, Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE)
AL
Compare and contrast a variety of certification and cross-training opportunities in emergency medical servicesSummarize EMS roles within the broader healthcare systemCompare and contrast the emergency response roles of EMS, firefighters, and law enforcement personnelDemonstrate effective communication among medical and emergency personnel who are on the scene and at other locationsUse therapeutic communication with patients and caregivers of diverse backgroundsComplete and organize medical documentation, using effective technical writing skills
Post-Baccalaureate Certificate
HEALTH DATA ANALYTICS
The University of Tennessee Health Science Center
Master's Degree
HEALTH INFORMATICS AND INFORMATION MANAGEMENT
The University of Tennessee Health Science Center
Post-Baccalaureate Certificate
HEALTH INFORMATICS AND INFORMATION MANAGEMENT
The University of Tennessee Health Science Center
Bachelor's Degree
HEALTH INFORMATION MANAGEMENT
Alabama State University
AL
Associate's Degree
HEALTH INFORMATION TECHNOLOGIES
Pikes Peak State College
Associate's Degree
HEALTH INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Bishop State Community College
AL
Certificate
HEALTH INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Shelton State Community College
AL
Short-Term Certificate
Health Info Technology
Gadsden State Community College
AL
Short-Term Certificate
Health Informatics
Wallace State Community College
Associate's Degree
Health Information Management
Sullivan University
Diploma
Health Information Management Technology
Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Henry/Carroll
$4,461 cost
Diploma
Health Information Management Technology
Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Crump
$4,320 cost
Short-Term Certificate
Health Information Technol
Blue Ridge Community College (VA)
Short-Term Certificate
Health Information Technol
Mountain Gateway Community College
Associate's Degree
Health Information Technology
Shelton State Community College
AL
Short-Term Certificate
Health Information Technology
Shelton State Community College
AL
Associate's Degree
Health Information Technology
DeVry University-New Jersey
Associate's Degree
Health Information Technology
UCNJ Union College of Union County, NJ
Short-Term Certificate
Health Information Technology
Bishop State Community College
AL
Short-Term Certificate
Health Information Technology emphasis in Health Information
Wallace State Community College
Associate's Degree
Health Service Admin - Medical Insurance/Billing/Coding
Berkeley College-Woodland Park
Certificate
Intro to Medical Billing & Coding
Wallace State Community College
Medical TerminologyICD-10-CM BasicsCPT BasicsMedical BillingInsurance ClaimsHealthcare Documentation
Certificate
MEDICAL RECORDS TECHNOLOGY
Wallace State Community College
Associate's Degree
MEDICAL RECORDS TECHNOLOGY
Wallace State Community College
Short-Term Certificate
MOT - HealthCare Coding
Pikes Peak State College
Micro-Credential
Maternal and Child Health
Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health
Certificate
Medical Assisting-Medical Insurance Billing and Coding
Southwestern College (CA)
Certificate
Medical Billing & Coding
Phlebotomy Ink Training and Staffing Agency, LLC
AL
Certificate
Medical Coding
South Arkansas College
Short-Term Certificate
Medical Coding
Wallace State Community College
Long Certificate
Medical Coding
Sullivan University
Certificate
Medical Insurance, Billing and Coding
Berkeley College-Woodland Park
Course
Medical Laboratory Science
Career and Technical Education, Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE)
AL
Incorporate safety procedures in handling, operating, and maintaining tools and machinery; handling materials; utilizingDemonstrate effective workplace and employability skills, including communication, awareness of diversityExplore the range of careers available in the field and investigate their educational requirementsAdvocate and practice safe, legal, responsible, and ethical use of informationParticipate in a Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO) to increase knowledge and skills and to enhance leaderDemonstrate effective infection control techniques as defined by the Centers for Disease Control
Associate's Degree
Medical Laboratory Technology
Otero College
Course
Medical Mathematics
Career and Technical Education, Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE)
AL
Research and report on the costs associated with operating a medical facilityResearch and document the sizes and reproduction rates of common viruses and bacteriaResearch and report on an infectious disease, including its incidence rate, prevalence, and virulenceInterpret and utilize medical terms and abbreviationsResearch and report on the drug half-life of a variety of medications and explain how half-life affects dosing schedulesUtilize and fluently convert between the metric, English, and apothecary systems to indicate length, weight, and volume
Certificate
Medical Office Information Technology
Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Knoxville
$2,406 cost
Certificate
Medical Receptionist
Pikes Peak State College
Short-Term Certificate
Medical Records Technology/Technician
Enterprise State Community College
AL
Course
Medical Terminology
Career and Technical Education, Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE)
AL
Identify and explain Greek and Latin origins for parts of medical termsDecode medical terms by breaking them down into the individual word parts and translating each to decipher meaningArrange word elements including word root, combining forms, prefixes, and suffixes to correctly build medical termsIdentify medical abbreviations approved by The Joint Commission and explain their proper useInterpret common prefixes and explain how they are usedCompare and contrast prefixes pertaining to numbers, color, measurements, and negatives