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 South Dakota colleges that offer medical insurance coding courses.

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Presentation College

490 Piya Wiconi Road, Kyle, SD

Presentation College provides a variety of degree programs for students to guide them in their growth and development. The school is located in Aberdeen, South Dakota and operated as a private institution. The school maintains a Roman Catholic affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. The low student to teacher ratio and access to teachers is due primarily to the limited enrollment, around 700 students, maintained by Presentation College.

Students can pick from several areas of study, including but not limited to:

• Nursing
• Social Work
• Business, Management, Marketing and Related Support Services
• Surgical Technologist
• Radiologic Technology

Students applying for admission are generally required to submit an application, transcripts, records, test scores and any requested letters of recommendations, which will then be reviewed by the admissions committee. Either the SAT or ACT exam must be taken in order to be able to apply to Presentation College. Scores within the range of 17 - 21 on the ACT or 1010 - 1330 on the SAT are needed to increase your chances for getting accepted. 75% of those students that apply are admitted to this school, of which 47 percent choose to enroll. More information from the admissions office can be found here.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is close to $17,000, but may change per year. Students are encouraged to use the school's net price calculator to better estimate their cost of attending Presentation College. Housing is available for students and costs approximately $4,500 each year. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the required requirements.

Athletic programs are available at Presentation College through the NCAA, allowing students to compete in intercollegiate sports. Sports available may include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Golf (NCAA Division III)
• Soccer (NCAA Division III)

Students may visit the Presentation College website to obtain a complete list of academic programs offered, student services, and more that is available at this school.

Students Enrolled in the Medical Insurance Coding Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Presentation College offers a less than two-year award program in medical insurance coding.

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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

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

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