Medical Billing and Coding, AAS
DURATION
2 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
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EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2025
TUITION FEES
USD 328 / per credit
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Introduction
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.
Admissions
Curriculum
First year
Foundation Courses: Quarter 1
- AHE 101 - Healthcare Interactions Credits: (3)
- CSS 103 - First Quarter Experience Credits: (2)
- ENGL& 101 - English Composition I Credits: (5)
- OBT 162 - Microsoft Office Basics Credits: (3)
Total Credits: 13
Foundation Courses: Quarter 2
- AHE 102 - Basic Medical Terminology Credits: (5)
- AHE 103 - Law, Ethics, and Professionalism in Healthcare Credits: (5)
- AHE 112 - Basic Pharmacology Credits: (5)
Total Credits: 15
Foundation Courses: Quarter 3
- AHE 105 - Electronic Medical Documents and Administrative Procedures Credits: (6)
- AHE 106 - Anatomy & Physiology Credits: (6)
- AHE 201 - Basic Life Support Credits: (1)
- AHE 202 - First Aid Credits: (1)
- AHE 203 - Mental Health First Aid Credits: (1)
Total Credits: 15
Second Year
Foundation Courses: Quarter 4
- AHE 110 - Introduction to Medical Coding and Insurance Credits: (5)
- CMST& 210 - Interpersonal Communication: E Credits: (5)
- or CMST& 220 - Public Speaking Credits: (5)
- AHE 118 - Drug Dosage Calculations Credits: (5)
Total Credits: 15
Winter Quarter - ENTRY ONLY - Core Courses
- AHE 109 - Medical Disease & Pathology Credits: (4)
- AHE 221 - Procedural Coding in Outpatient Settings Credits: (5)
- AHE 222 - Diagnostic Coding in Outpatient Settings Credits: (5)
Total Credits: 14
Spring Quarter - Core Courses
- AHE 223 - Advanced Medical Insurance Billing Credits: (6)
- AHE 230 - Advanced Outpatient Coding and Auditing Credits: (5)
- AHE 240 - National Exam Preparation Credits: (4)
Total Credits: 15
Summer Quarter - Core Courses
- AHE 241 - Online Coding Practicum Credits: (6)
Total Credits: 6
Program Tuition Fee
Career Opportunities
- Billing, Cost & Rate Clerks
- Medical Records & Health Information Technicians
- Medical Secretaries
- Medical Administrative Assistants
English Language Requirements
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