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 Washington colleges that offer medical insurance coding courses.

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Everett Community College

20000 68th Ave W, Lynnwood, WA

Everett Community College, located in Everett, Washington, is a single-campus institution that offers a vast array of two-year college transfer plans, as well as vocational, technical, and career training.

With a wide offering of fun and exciting student activities, EvCC is a great place for students who wish to be active in various clubs and organizations such as: art club, German club, engineering club, Spanish club, photography club, Veteran’s club, writing club, and many, many more.

Athletics are also an integral part of life at Everett Community College. EvCC offers men’s baseball, basketball, and soccer. Also offered are: women’s basketball, softball, soccer, and volleyball.

Students at EvCC will also have the opportunity to have their voices heard through the Student Government elections and hearings. The student government helps to establish campus policies and procedures, as well as allocate student activities and service fees.

The cost of attending EvCC is $107.00 per credit hour for in-state residents. Out-of state students can attend Everett Community College for $279.00 per credit hour. There is a reduced rate for out-of-state students that can prove their permanent residence status in the United States.

EvCC also offers tutoring and academic services for those students who feel they need extra assistance to reach their goals. The college also offers services and assistance to military veterans, individuals in the foster system, transferees, and those looking to get their GED.

If you are interested in applying at Everett Community College, or would like more information, click here to access the official EvCC website.

Students Enrolled in the Medical Insurance Coding Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Everett Community College has offered the following academic levels for students:

• Less Than One Year Certificate
• Less Than Two-Year Award

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

• Seattle-Bellevue-Everett, WA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 2
  • Average Hourly Rate: $22.92
  • Average Annual Salary: $47670
• Tacoma-Lakewood, WA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 490
  • Average Hourly Rate: $20.40
  • Average Annual Salary: $42440

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

• Seattle-Bellevue-Everett, WA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 5
  • Average Hourly Rate: $18.34
  • Average Annual Salary: $38150
• Tacoma-Lakewood, WA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $17.35
  • Average Annual Salary: $36100

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