Medical Coding

Medical coder enters patient billing data into computer.

Gain the skills needed to start a career in coding medical records. With a Medical Coding certification, you will be ready to start your career in one year or less. When you’re ready, all courses can be applied toward the Healthcare Management A.A.S. degree Medical Coding concentration.

Technical Certificate

Nashville State’s Medical Coding technical certificate prepares you to enter the job market quickly. Program courses will prepare you to identify diagnoses and assign the proper CPT and ICD-CM codes with a working knowledge of anatomy, physiology, clinical disease processes, pharmacology, and medical terminology.

Length

One year

COSTS

About $5,343 total in tuition and fees.

More About Costs

The following are the additional fees Medical Coding Students will incur for each of the three (3) required Medical Coding Courses for the Medical Coding Program through the AAPC Educational Partnership based on fees for the 2025-2026 Academic Year (fees may increase each Academic Year):

$489.94 HCMT 2361 Basic Medical Coding Part I (both AAS & TC Medical Coding Students)
$109.95 CPC Workbook/Textbook
$229.99 Pro Fee Bundle (ICD-10-CM, CPT, HCPCS)
$150.00 Hybrid Per Student Fee
$632.00 HCMT 2361 Basic Medical Coding Part II (both AAS & TC Medical Coding Students)
$157.00 AAPC Student Membership
$475.00 CPC Exam - online or in-person at testing center (2 attempts)
$279.94 HCMT 2365 Medical Coding Capstone - $279.94 (AAS Medical Coding Students ONLY)
$209.99 Practicode CPC Practicum
$ 69.95 AAPC Codify (Search Annual)

COURSE LIST

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After Nashville State

With a Medical Coding certification, you will be qualified to work in a variety of healthcare settings such as, physician offices, outpatient clinics, long-term care facilities, hospitals, rehabilitation facilities, and insurance companies. Ask Career Services for help as you begin your job search.

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Campus Availability: Courses for this degree are available at a variety of campus locations and online. To check current course offerings check class schedule.

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How to Apply

Required Exams

In order to become a certified coder, you must complete a coding certification exam provided by one of the following groups:

Recommended Exams

While not required, it is strongly recommended that graduates of this program sit for the Certified Professional Coder (CPC) exam in order to earn a CPC credential. The CPC is nationally recognized by employers seeking ethical, accurate, and professional medical coders.

Career Outlook

Credit for What You Know

You may be eligible to earn college credit based on the experience you already have. This experience could come from your job, the military, and more.

CREDIT FOR PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE