Comprehensive Medical Coding Microcredential
Major Code: MCMCThis microcredential prepares students to take and successfully pass AAPC’s Certified Professional Coding Exam after completing the four courses taught within SUNY Morrisville’s Healthcare Office Coordinator degree program (#3051). Courses are: Medical Terminology, Human Biology, Medical Coding, and Advanced Medical Coding.
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this microcredential students will be able to:
- Analyze all bodily systems' human structure, function, and diseases, including additional current health topics in the BIOL 105 (Human Biology) course.
- Pronounce, spell, and define medical terms from each bodily system. Recognize “root” words, prefixes, and suffixes of various terms within the HCOC 250 (Medical Terminology) course.
- Apply accurate CPT, ICD-10, and HCPCS codes for patient encounters and services. List current coding guidelines. Enter codes onto forms and into electronic billing systems accurately to ensure optimum reimbursement via the HCOC 200 (Medical Coding) and HCOC 301 (Advanced Medical Coding) courses.
After successfully completing the HCOC 301 – Advanced Medical Coding course students are prepared to sit for the CPC coding exam through AAPC.
Curriculum Requirements
A total of 12 credits is required for completion of the microcredential. Students will receive a digital badge upon completion.
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BIOL 105 | Human Biology | 3 |
| HCOC 250 | Medical Terminology | 3 |
| HCOC 200 | Medical Coding | 3 |
| HCOC 301 | Advanced Medical Coding | 3 |
| Total Credits | 12 | |