Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder

The Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder certificate program at Madison Area Technical College is a one- to two-year certificate offered by this public institution in Madison, Wisconsin. The program trains students to assign standardized codes to diagnoses, procedures, and services for billing and data purposes, using systems such as ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS in compliance with healthcare regulations.

Classified under CIP code 51.0713 in the health information field, this program prepares students for coding roles in hospitals, clinics, and health information management departments. Madison Area Technical College also offers related programs including Animation and Interactive Technology, Cloud Computing, Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance, Web/Multimedia Management, and Computer/Information Technology Services Administration. Students can expect instruction in medical terminology, anatomy, and coding guidelines applicable to a range of clinical settings.