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May 04, 2024
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2024-2025 Catalog
Health: Coding Specialist Program Application Information
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The Coding Specialist program will prepare a student to review and analyze health records to identify relevant diagnoses and procedures for patient services in the inpatient, ambulatory and/or ancillary setting. The student will practice translating diagnostic and procedural phrases utilized by healthcare providers into coded form. In the program, students apply the following skills:
- Coding of inpatient diagnoses and procedures using International Classification of Diseases ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS.
- Coding of ambulatory setting procedures and service using Current Procedural Terminology (CPT).
- Reading and interpreting health record documentation to identify all diagnoses and procedures that affect the current inpatient stay/outpatient encounter visit.
- Applying approved coding guidelines to assign and sequence the correct diagnosis.
- Applying procedure codes for hospital inpatient and outpatient services.
- Use of industry coding software such as encoders.
- A minimum grade of 2.0 is required in all classes and full and part-time programs are available.
To view the complete program description and a sample schedule of courses, view the Health: Coding Specialist Certificate catalog page.
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Application Requirements
To be admitted to the Coding Specialist Program the student must complete the following:
| 1. Apply to Schoolcraft College |
Apply to Schoolcraft College online at www.schoolcraft.edu. |
| 2. Transcripts |
It is recommended you request official undergraduate transcripts from all colleges and universities previously attended. Transcripts must be sent directly from the issuing college or university to Schoolcraft College. To confirm that transcripts have been received, contact the Answer Center at 734-462-4426. |
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3. Academic Advising and Assessment
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This program requires minimum assessment levels or coursework in the areas of math, reading, and writing. Students should have placement scores (Computer Placement Test, ACT, or SAT) submitted before meeting with an academic advisor. Students with prior college-level work or a degree may be exempt from placement testing. The Computer Placement Test (CPT) is taken in the Testing Center. ACT or SAT scores must be less than three years old.
Contact the Academic Advising at 734-462-4429 to make an appointment. |
| 4. Complete Coursework |
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| 5. Cumulative GPA |
Attain a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 or better for all Schoolcraft College courses. |
| 6. Apply to the Coding Specialist Program |
Complete the Coding Specialist Program Application and Restricted Enrollment Change Form with an Academic Advisor. |
Estimate of Tuition and Fees
| Coding Specialist Certificate |
| 2024-2025 |
| Program Credit Hours- |
39 |
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Resident |
Non-Resident |
Out of State |
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| Tuition: |
$ 5,421.00 |
$ 7,800.00 |
$ 10,530.00 |
| Registration Fees: ($44 per semester) |
$ 132.00 |
$ 132.00 |
$ 132.00 |
| Service Fees: ($9 per credit hour) |
$ 351.00 |
$ 351.00 |
$ 351.00 |
| Instructional Equipment Fees: ($11 per credit hour) |
$ 429.00 |
$ 429.00 |
$ 429.00 |
| Infrastructure Fees: ($9 per credit hour) |
$ 351.00 |
$ 351.00 |
$ 351.00 |
| Course and Learning Management Fees: ($12 per class) |
$ 156.00 |
$ 156.00 |
$ 156.00 |
| Lab Fees: (varies according to individual class) |
$ 95.00 |
$ 95.00 |
$ 95.00 |
| Excess Contact Hour Fees: (varies according to individual class) |
$ 973.00 |
$ 973.00 |
$ 973.00 |
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| Additional Expenses: |
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| Certificate Exam (CCA) Fee |
$ 199.00 |
$ 199.00 |
$ 199.00 |
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| Total |
$ 8,107.00 |
$ 10,486.00 |
$ 13,216.00 |
| The above figures are based on 2024-2025 rates and are subject to change. A Resident student is one whose legal residence is in the school District of Clarenceville, Garden City, Livonia, Northville, Plymouth-Canton or parts of Novi. All other students are Non-Residents. |
Please Note:
Requirements for admission to the Coding Specialist Program are subject to change at any time.
| Ready to get started! Download the Coding Specialist Student Checklist to get on track. |
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| Ready to apply? Download the Application Form and schedule a meeting with your Advisor. |
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Please contact the Admissions and Welcome Center for updates on any applicable changes:
Phone: (734) 462-4683
Fax: (734) 462-4552
E-mail: admissions@schoolcraft.edu
Web: www.schoolcraft.edu
It is the policy of Schoolcraft College that no person shall, on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, age, marital status, creed, or handicap, be excluded from participating in, be denied benefits of, or be subject to discrimination during any program or activity or in employment.
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