Skagit Valley College Medical Billing and Coding, AAS
Skagit Valley College

Skagit Valley College

Medical Billing and Coding, AAS

  • Mount Vernon, USA
  • Oak Harbor, USA

Associate Degree

2 years

English

Full time

Sep 2026

USD 328 / per credit

On-Campus

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Key Summary

    About : The Medical Billing and Coding, AAS program offers a focused curriculum designed to prepare students for careers in health information management. Students will learn key skills in medical terminology, coding systems, and billing processes essential for healthcare operations. The program emphasizes practical experience and is structured to be completed in a two-year timeframe.
    Career Outcomes : Graduates can pursue roles such as medical biller, coding specialist, or health information technician. The demand for skilled professionals in healthcare administration continues to grow, providing opportunities in hospitals, private practices, and medical offices.

The Medical Billing and Coding degree program prepares students for billing/coding careers in medical offices, hospitals, clinics, or insurance companies. Medical coding specialists learn the translation of written documentation of disease, injuries, and/or medical procedures into alphanumeric classifications. Currently, reimbursement for health care services is dependent on the assignment of codes to describe diagnoses, services, and procedures. In addition to coding, professional reimbursement specialists must learn the medical billing process to conform to individual insurance requirements, electronic billing procedures, and responsibilities associated with electronic data management.

Degree Intent and Transfer Options

Upon completion, Workforce degrees and/or certificates are intended to give students the skills needed to move directly into employment. While these degrees are not intended to transfer to a university, students will be eligible to apply for admission to Skagit Valley College’s Bachelor of Applied Science - Management (BASM) degree or SVC’s Environmental Conservation, BAS (BAS-EC) and, in some cases, could transfer to other schools. If you are interested in continuing your education by entering a bachelor’s degree program, please work closely with your Academic Advisor and Department Chair.

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