Medical Coding 1 and EHR Basics

What you'll learn

This Medical Coding 1 and EHR Basics microcredential is the first in a two-microcredential series designed to help you launch your health information technology career in medical coding. In this microcredential, you will learn basic medical terminology, documentation, privacy, and security standards; how to assign ICD-10-CM and PCS codes, how to navigate electronic health records and extract information, and how to demonstrate health information management regulatory compliance. Successful completion of this microcredential prepares you to register for the second microcredential, Medical Coding 2 and Documentation Standards, linked below. Completion of the microcredential series readies you for the American Academy of Professional Coders Certified Professional Coder exam. This series is a great entry point into the profession as well as an opportunity for those in the field to advance their skills and earn national certification.

An online microcredential from SUNY Broome Community College (12 credits). Registration is completed with SUNY Broome Community College.

Who can enroll

Ages 18 and up.

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Skills covered

Career outlook

Related occupations: Medical Assistant, Phlebotomy Technician, Patient Care Technician

Healthcare support jobs in New York are projected to grow faster than average through 2032.