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Medical Coding Certificate
Curriculum
The Medical Coding Certificate program at Mercy College of Ohio is tailored to cultivate critical thinking, competency, and professional development in the healthcare industry. Our curriculum prepares students for the Certified Coding Associate Exam (CCA) and also enables them to pursue an associate degree in Health Information Technology. Graduates of our coding program are equipped with the skills to manage, analyze, and apply healthcare data to improve patient care outcomes.
Sample Program Of Study
| Course Number | Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| BIO 105 | Human Structure and Function | 5 |
| HIT 104 | Introduction to Medical Coding Systems | 1 |
| HIT 105 | Medical Terminology | 3 |
| HIT 114 | Foundations in Health Information Technology | 3 |
| Course Number | Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| BIO 290 | Pathophysiology | 3 |
| HIT 110 | Pharmacology for Health Information Technology | 2 |
| HIT 126 | Clinical Coding/Classification Systems I | 3 |
| Course Number | Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| HIT 150 | Professional Practice Lab | 1 |
| HIT 234 | Clinical Coding/Classification Systems II | 3 |
| HIT 235 | Medical Reimbursement | 2 |