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.

Rasmussen College – Ocala

1201 N Scenic Hwy, Babson Park, FL

Rasmussen College is a private institution founded in 1900 by Walter Rasmussen to provided business education for residents of Minnesota. Originally known as the Rasmussen Practical School of Business and located in Stillwater, Minnesota, the school was sold in 1961, at which point it was expanded in both curriculum and size through the acquisition of other private institutions. In 2002 the school added online programs as part of its offerings, further expanding the school.

Students at Rasmussen may choose from a variety of programs designed to prepare students for employment in their chosen field. The faculty is composed of experienced, educated, and professional instructors that provide training and education to ensure students develop the necessary skills properly. Graduates will receive a certificate, diploma associate’s degree, or bachelor’s degree based on the program of study chosen.

Programs offered include:

• Accounting
• Business Management
• Healthcare Management
• Marketing
• International Business

Ocala Location

The Ocala branch of Rasmussen College Inc is located at 4755 Southwest 46th Court. This campus has a graduating class size which is approximately 410 students per year. This location provides services for students in the form of remedial education classes for program or licensure preparation, flexible scheduling for individuals who cannot make regular hours, and job placement options for students after graduation. Students may learn more, including the school's consumer disclosures, by visiting http://www.rasmussen.edu/student-investment-disclosure/.

Rasmussen College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

Students Enrolled in the Medical Insurance Coding Program

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

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

Students by Academic Level (2019)

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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

Salary & Wages

• Lakeland-Winter Haven, FL
  • Total Employment: 220
  • Average Hourly Rate: $15.63
  • Average Annual Salary: $32510

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

• Lakeland-Winter Haven, FL
  • Total Employment: 860
  • Average Hourly Rate: $13.11
  • Average Annual Salary: $27260

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