Professional Coder: Medical Coding
This program is recommended for anyone who is preparing for a career in medical coding for a physician’s office and is vital in preparation for either the CCS-P or CPC certification exam. *Prior billing & coding or industry experience is recommended. Watch our program sneak peek below!
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What Does a Professional Coder Do?
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Entry Level Jobs in the US
All available job and salary information is from Burning Glass Labor Insights and is updated annually to reflect industry changes.
- Review patient records and assign numeric/alphanumeric codes for each diagnosis and procedure
- Possess in-depth knowledge of the CPT coding system and familiarity with the ICD-10-CM and HCPCS Level II coding systems
- Assign accurate medical codes for professional (physician) procedures, services and diagnoses
- Adhere to medical coding guidelines, regulations, and compliance
Enrollment Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- Web browser with internet connection
- Course registration & payment
- Prior billing & coding or industry experience (Recommended)
- Qualifying score on the Wonderlic SLE-Q and WBST test
MEDCERTS-COVERED MATERIALS*
- Expert-led video based training
- Textbook: CPC Bundle (Text and Coding Resources)
- Competency assessments
- National Certification exam fee (option of CPC-A exam or CCS-P exam)
STUDENT SERVICES
- Dedicated Student Success Advisors
- Tailored support based on performance & behavior
- Exam preparation process
- 1 yr. post-program access to Career Center & Career Coaches
*The cost of all materials needed for this program are covered by MedCerts. They are not included in the tuition costs and the student is not liable for any costs or fees related to the above materials.
Professional Coder
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$28,000 – $56,000
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$28,000 – $56,000
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Career Potential
$29,000 – $71,000
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- While MedCerts training and related target certifications may be accepted and/or approved by your state of residency, employers reserve the right to dictate prerequisite education, experience, or certification/licensure requirements for their positions. We strongly advise students to research target job posts from area employers and relevant state requirements, barriers, or restrictions prior to enrollment to ensure eligibility upon graduation.
Mental Health Support Professional Online Certification Training—Frequently Asked Questions
A Professional Coder is a healthcare professional responsible for translating medical procedures, diagnoses and symptoms into standardized codes used for billing and documentation purposes. These codes are crucial for insurance claims, statistical assessments and ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations.
The career outlook for Professional Coders is promising, with an expected job growth of 8% over the next ten years. The demand for skilled coders is driven by the growing need for accurate medical documentation and billing in the healthcare industry.
The average median salary for a Professional Medical Coder is $47,180. Salaries can vary based on experience, location and the specific healthcare setting in which a coder works.
To become a Professional Coder, you should complete a specialized training program like MedCerts’ Professional Coder (CPC) Online Training Program, which prepares you for the Certified Professional Coder (CPC) or Certified Coding Specialist-Physician-based (CCS-P) certification exams.
In our online Professional Coder certification training program, you will learn to:
- Assign accurate medical codes for diagnoses, procedures and services using CPT, ICD-10-CM and HCPCS Level II coding systems.
- Understand medical terminology, anatomy and physiology to accurately code provider diagnoses and services.
- Navigate and adhere to coding guidelines, regulations and compliance standards.
To enroll in the MedCerts Professional Coder program, you will need a high school diploma or GED, a web browser with internet connection and course registration & payment. Prior billing & coding or industry experience is recommended and all students must receive a qualifying score on the Wonderlic SLE-Q and WBST test.
Tuition for the Professional Coder online training course is $3,500. The cost includes all of your materials and certification exam fees for the CCS-P or CPC-A examination.
Yes, MedCerts offers payment options as low as $303 per month in order to make education accessible for all. There are also several government grant funding options available.
While MedCerts does not offer financial aid, students may be eligible for options through government grant-funded programs like:
The online Professional Coder certification class lasts 22 weeks if committing 15-20 hrs of coursework per week.
The Professional Coder program is structured around expert-led video training, textbooks and access to coding software for hands-on practice. It includes interactive simulations, game-based learning and interviews with industry experts. The program is designed to cater to various learning styles, ensuring an engaging and effective educational experience.
Yes, the program includes exam preparation resources and support to help students successfully pass the CPC or CCS-P certification exams. Additionally, MedCerts students are provided access to a Student Success Advisor team, Subject Matter Experts and Career Coaches to assist with exam prep.
The Professional Coder program includes:
- Expert-led video-based training.
- Textbooks and coding resources.
- Competency assessments.
- National Certification exam fee (option of CPC-A exam or CCS-P exam).
Some MedCerts programs are restricted in certain states or regions. Please review our State Restriction page to view what restrictions there may be in your state/region or residence of employment and ensure you are eligible for enrollment.
We’re not institutionally accredited as a training provider, but the certifications you’ll earn in this program are accredited through the exam-issuing authorities, the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) and the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA). So while our school itself doesn’t hold accreditation, you’ll earn an accredited certification upon passing your national exam.
No, there are no clinical requirements for receiving a Professional Coder certification. However, students passing the CPC examination earn the credential, CPC-A. When the CPC-A (apprentice) is combined with one year of practical coding experience, you’ll earn the full CPC designation.
*All available job and salary information is pulled from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, when possible, or compiled from national reported averages and is updated annually to reflect industry changes.
