SPC's Medical Coding and Revenue Management Certificate leads to industry certification
Help keep medical practices on track by ensuring data quality, accuracy and accessibility. SPC's Medical Coding and Revenue Management Certificate provides training in the clinical classification systems International Classification of Disease (ICD) and Current Procedural Terminology (CPT).
Note: This program was previously named Medical Coder Certificate.
This academic program prepares you for the following careers. All job data is provided by the U.S. Department of Labor.
Health Information Technologists and Medical Registrars
Salary Data
Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL Metro Area Average
Florida Average
Projected employment for Florida
2023 Employment
3,600
2033
4,530
Percent Change
26
Projected Job Openings
340
Medical Records Specialists
Salary Data
Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL Metro Area Average
Florida Average
Projected employment for Florida
2023 Employment
15,350
2033
17,920
Percent Change
17
Projected Job Openings
1350
Features of SPC's Coding and Revenue Management Certificate
- Prepares you for quick entry into a career
- Affordable tuition
- Covers physician coding and medical billing concepts
- Courses follow the guidelines set forth for Medical Coder certification programs published by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA).
- Gives you hands-on experience through professional practice courses held in acute care hospitals, nursing homes, and rehabilitation, psychiatric or assisted living facilities
- Offered completely online
What You Will Learn in SPC's Coding and Revenue Management Certificate
- How to transform medical diagnoses, procedures and injuries into designated numerical codes
- Anatomy, physiology, pharmacology and clinical disease processes
Medical Coding and Revenue Management Certificate with Financial Aid Eligibility
MEDCD-CT
Effective Beginning Catalog Term: Fall 2021 (595)
The requirements shown below are valid beginning Fall 2021 (595), and may not reflect degree requirements for current students. Current students should visit My SPC and view My Learning Plan to see specific degree requirements for their effective term.
Program Summary
The Revenue Management (formerly known as the Medical Coder) Certificate is designed to provide a student with the skills necessary to transform medical diagnoses, procedures and injuries into designated numerical codes. There are many demands for accurately coded data from the medical records in hospitals, physician offices, as well as other healthcare institutions. Codes are provided on claim forms and on numerous medical record abstracts so third party payors and outside agencies may utilize this information. Coded data are also used internally by institutions for quality assurance activities, case-mix management and other administrative and research activities. A medical coder is an individual who analyzes medical records and assigns codes to classify diagnoses and procedures to support revenue cycle, assessment of clinical care, and medical research activity.
A medical record coder must have a thorough understanding of the content of the medical record as well as clinical knowledge including extensive training in anatomy, physiology, pharmacology and clinical disease process.
A coder must adhere to ethical principles relating to quality, truth, and accuracy in work performance and productivity. The suggested courses are in agreement with guidelines set forth by the American Health Information Management Association.
These courses will apply toward the AS degree in Health Information Management.
Graduation Requirements
In order to enroll in any program course with a prerequisite, a grade of “C” or better must have been earned in all prerequisite courses. Students must earn grades of “C” or better in all courses required for the Revenue Management CT curriculum in order to graduate from the program.
Academic Pathways
The Academic Pathway is a tool for students that lists the following items:- the recommended order in which to take the program courses
- suggested course when more than one option exists
- which semester each course is typically offered
- if the course has a prerequisite
- courses that may lead to a certificate (if offered in the program)
Please verify the Academic Pathway lists your correct starting semester.
Program Leadership Information
Florida CIP Code
0351071404 - Medical Information Coder/Biller (CCC )
Federal CIP Code
51.0714 - Medical Insurance Specialist/Medical Biller.
Industry Certifications
- Prepares you to take the Certified Coding Associate (CCA) credentialing exam through the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA).
Continue your education at SPC
Our Coding and Revenue Management Certificate transfers to our Associate in Science Degree in Health Information Technology. The A.S. degree transfers to SPC's bachelor's degree in Health Services Administration.
HEALTH CONTINUING EDUCATION
We also offer health continuing education through the Workforce Institute.
Program Admission Guides
Please review the program admission guide to ensure your eligibility prior to applying below.
- Medical Coding and Revenue Management Certificate Admission Guide
- Technical Standards and Essential Functions
Students accepted into the program will be required to successfully pass a background check and drug screening.
Application Windows
| Term | Applications Accepted | Application Review | Student Notified By MySPC e-mail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall: August | March 1 - June 30 | July 1 – July 9 | July 10 |
| Spring: January | July 1 - Oct. 31 | Nov 1 – Nov 9 | Nov. 10 |