Credential(s) Offered
Industry certification
Method of Delivery
Online, e-learning, or distance learning
When offered
Daytime Hours, Evening Hours
Instructional Program (CIP)
Description
This course is designed to prepare the student to take the American Academy of Professional Coders CPC certification examination. Medical coding is a profession that offers a wide range of career opportunities, both inpatient and outpatient, across various healthcare facilities, third-party payers, private physician settings, and even self-employment. With the increasing popularity of home-based career options with flexible work hours, many facilities now offer more employment opportunities for remote work. This trend is expected to expand further with the rising use of electronic medical records and the demand for health information technician jobs. Healthcare providers require the expertise of medical coders who can maximize reimbursements as they face ever-decreasing reimbursements. The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) predicts a 13% increase in medical records and health information technician jobs by 2026, resulting in over 27,800 new positions between 2016 and 2026.
Details
Program Length (Weeks)
16
Hours
80
Entrance Requirements
None
School
KC Medical Coding Training, LLC
WIOA Approved Program
Yes
Curriculum Competency Based
ICD-10, CPT, HCPC National Medical Coding Systems
Training Location(s)
1201 NW Briarcliff Parkway, Ste. 200, Kansas City, Missouri
Local WIB
3 - Workforce Investment Area III
Name of Credential
Certified Professional Coder
Type of financial aid offered or have access to
Workforce, Great Jobs KC and other value-added benefits to support ongoing education
Refund Policy
Refunds will not be issued for any course that has been accessed, viewed, or partially completed, and no refund is available for any after the end of week 8 from the purchase date. The school will offer a partial refund for courses that have not been accessed. Course refund requests must be submitted in writing to KC Medical Coding Training for review and consideration. A fair and equitable refund through at least half of the refund period.
Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?
Yes - American Academy of Professional Coders
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for women?
No
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for men?
No
Cost Items
Books (Estimated)
$365.00 Book bundle CPC, ICD-10-CM, and HCPC, training textbook, and workbook for the entirety of the program.
Testing/Exam Fees
$669.95 Licensing exam ($475.00), membership is required from the American Academy of Professional Coders before taking the licensing exam ($145.00) Network administrator certification exams are administered by a third party (AAPC) and the student is required to pay the third party to take the exam. Testing fees are due after training at least 6 weeks before the date of the exam.
In-State Tuition
$3,010.00
Other Fees
$99.90 Optional, but recommended resources: Medical coding license practice exam bundle ($49.95), study guide ($49.95)
Out-of-State/District Tuition
$3,010.00
Registration Fee
$150.00
Total In-State Program Cost
$4,294.85
Total Out-of-State Program Cost
$4,294.85
