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 Indiana colleges that offer medical insurance coding courses.

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Indiana University – Southeast (IUSE)

3400 Broadway, Gary, IN

Indiana University - Southeast, a public institution, offers a variety of educational opportunities, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in New Albany, Indiana, it offers a rural setting for students to study in. Approximately seven thousand students are enrolled annually at IUSE.

Students may pick from many areas of study, including but not limited to:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Liberal Arts And Sciences
• Education
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Interdisciplinary Studies

The admissions process will include the submission of an application, student records, and standardized test scores, which are then reviewed by admissions staff. The majority of students admitted to IUSE earn an SAT score between 1250 to 1560, or an ACT composite score in a range of 18 to 22. Roughly 80% of all students that applied were admitted at this school, with 61% of those accepted choosing to enroll. More information from the admissions office can be found here.

The tuition at Indiana University - Southeast varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay nearly $7,000 per year, while out-of-state residents are charged $18,000 per year. Some students at Indiana University - Southeast may qualify for financial aid, which is generally offered in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The IUSE Grenadiers participate in a number of intercollegiate athletic programs, as part of the NAIA organization. Athletic programs available:

• Baseball (NAIA Division II)
• Basketball (NAIA Division II)
• Softball (NAIA Division II)

To see a full list of academic programs offered, enrollment information, student services, and more, please visit the school's website at http://ius.edu/.

Students Enrolled in the Medical Insurance Coding Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. IUSE offers a less than one year certificate program in medical insurance coding.

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

• Chicago-Naperville-Arlington Heights, IL Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 4
  • Average Hourly Rate: $20.77
  • Average Annual Salary: $43190
• Gary, IN Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 280
  • Average Hourly Rate: $15.96
  • Average Annual Salary: $33190
• Lake County-Kenosha County, IL-WI Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 550
  • Average Hourly Rate: $22.32
  • Average Annual Salary: $46430

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

• Chicago-Naperville-Arlington Heights, IL Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 10
  • Average Hourly Rate: $15.86
  • Average Annual Salary: $32980
• Gary, IN Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $14.84
  • Average Annual Salary: $30860
• Lake County-Kenosha County, IL-WI Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $16.24
  • Average Annual Salary: $33780

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