Medical Insurance Coding Courses

A Medical Insurance Coding Specialist is a vital health care professional who is focused on the processing clinical statements and the assignment of a standardized set of codes. Medical insurance coding specialists are an integral function of a fluid health information management continuum as they work hand in hand with virtually every iteration of healthcare stakeholders. Get more details below including other Florida colleges that offer medical insurance coding courses.

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Florida Technical College

Also known as Florida State

222 S. Copeland Street, Tallahassee, FL

Florida Technical College is a two-year private junior college, offering Associate's Degrees and Diploma Programs in specialized business fields. FTC recognizes the growing need for entry level employees in many fast-growing professions and is committed to providing students the opportunity for their own career advancement. FTC began in 1982 and now has five locations in Orlando, Lakeland, Kissimmee, Deland and Pembroke Pines.

Degrees and Diploma Programs are offered in the following areas (depending on campus location):

• Healthcare
• Medical
• Paralegal
• Criminal Justice
• Culinary Arts
• Cosmetology
• Business

Enrollment and Admissions

Talking to a Florida Technical College Representative is very convenient. Because FTC is committed ot providing friendly, efficient, and practical advisement, representatives are readily available for online chat, by phone, or e-mail. They are there to get you started and guide you on the right program path.

Financial Aid

Florida Technical College is an accredited college, which allows for more financial aid options. Most students start the financial aid process by completing a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form online. Multiple federal and state grants are available to FTC students, as well as the Imagine America High School Scholarship Opportunity. Making an appointment with one of FTC's Financial Aid Administrators can help a student understand their financial aid options and processes.

Students Enrolled in the Medical Insurance Coding Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Florida Technical College has offered the following degree levels for students:

• Less Than Two-Year Award
• Associate's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Medical Records and Health Information Technicians

Description

Compile, process, and maintain medical records of hospital and clinic patients in a manner consistent with medical, administrative, ethical, legal, and regulatory requirements of the health care system. Process, maintain, compile, and report patient information for health requirements and standards in a manner consistent with the healthcare industry's numerical coding system.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, medical records and health information technicians employment is expected to grow at a rate of 15.4% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Tallahassee, FL
  • Total Employment: 180
  • Average Hourly Rate: $15.93
  • Average Annual Salary: $33130

Medical Assistants

Description

Perform administrative and certain clinical duties under the direction of a physician. Administrative duties may include scheduling appointments, maintaining medical records, billing, and coding information for insurance purposes. Clinical duties may include taking and recording vital signs and medical histories, preparing patients for examination, drawing blood, and administering medications as directed by physician.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, medical assistants employment is expected to grow at a rate of 23.5% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Tallahassee, FL
  • Total Employment: 560
  • Average Hourly Rate: $13.87
  • Average Annual Salary: $28850

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).