Official websites use .gov A
.gov website belongs to an official government
organization in the United States.
Secure .gov websites use HTTPS A
lock (
) or https:// means you’ve safely connected to
the .gov website. Share sensitive information only on official,
secure websites.
The Medical Billing and Coding Specialist 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.
Average number of students who completed each year
15
Gender
Male
10%
Female
90%
Race
American Indian or Alaska Native
0%
Asian
8%
Black or African American
0%
Hispanic
18%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0%
White
66%
Multi-racial
8%
Other
0%
Age
Under 20
8%
20 to 29
28%
30 to 39
26%
40 to 49
21%
50 and over
18%
Prior education
No high school diploma/GED
18%
High school diploma/GED, but no college experience
27%
Some college experience, but no degree
27%
Certificate or AA
24%
BA or higher
3%
Heads up!
You are about to leave our site and visit an external page. Just a reminder that we are not responsible for its content or policies. Would you like to continue?
An official website of Washington State government
