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Medical Coding and Billing

Decode the Language of Healthcare

Adult Costs

$2900.00

Program Length

25 months

Next Start Date

July 13th

Enroll by

07/02/2026

Location

Main Campus

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Step into a Vital Healthcare Role: Medical Coding and Billing

From reviewing and evaluating clinical documentation to troubleshooting insurance payment issues, Medical Coding and Billing specialists serve as vital members of the healthcare team. Learn the skills needed to succeed in this meaningful career.

Avg. Salary

$41k

for ĢƵ Grads

Career Growth

3.30%

by 2032 in Utah

Day in the Life

With precision and attention to detail, you ensure that treatments and procedures are translated into standardized medical codes and claims are accurately prepared and submitted. Throughout the day, you may follow up on claims, correct billing errors, and clarify documentation. Whether in a hospital or clinic, you play a critical behind-the-scenes role in keeping healthcare operations running smoothly.

Career Skills You'll Learn:

Diagnosis and Procedure Codes

Learn to accurately assign diagnostic and procedural codes based on medical record documentation.

Medical Record Translation

Analyze and extract key information from medical records to assign accurate codes to a claim for billing.

Coding and Billing Systems

Gain an understanding of the healthcare coding and billing systems.

Medical Field Overview

Learn the basics of medical law and ethics, terminology, anatomy, and physiology.

Administrative Office Skills

Basic administrative office skills, including communication, customer service, EHR, and practice management systems.

HIPAA Training

Understand the rules and regulations set forth by HIPAA.

Potential Career Paths

Medical Coder and Biller

Translate medical documents into standardized codes, submit claims, manage payments, and resolve billing issues.

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Program Overview

The Medical Coding and Billing program provides students with the technical skills and knowledge for an entry-level position in a healthcare setting. Students study medical terminology, anatomy, laws and ethics, standard medical billing and coding methods, software, and functions of the Electronic Health Record (EHR). Additionally, they will learn how to code diagnoses and procedures, process health insurance claims, and procedures for billing and collections.

After successful completion of this program, students are eligible and prepared to sit for the Certified Professional Coder (CPC) exam through AAPC.

Classroom Hours
This is a hybrid program. Complete coursework online and come to the classroom for in-person instruction if needed.

Day: M-F 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Enrollment open to
Adults, High school students

Credit transfer options
Available to view here

Tuition & Cost

Estimated Adult Tuition and Fees
$2900.00

Estimated Materials Cost
$908.78

Financial Aid Eligibility
Scholarship: Yes
VA: Yes
Pell Grant: Yes

Program Materials

MaterialRequiredNew
Laptop or Chromebook

TEMC 1034 Introduction to Medical Coding/Healthcare Communication and Customer Service

MaterialRequiredNew
Carol D. Tamparo Wilburta Q. Lindh Michelle Blesi Therapeutic Communication for Health Care Professionals ebook. 5th. Cenagage Learning, ISBN: 9798214354958$50.99
Subtotal of required materials$50.99

TEMC 1081 Medical Terminology and Anatomy/Physiology I

MaterialRequiredNew
Betsy Shiland Medical Terminology and Anatomy of Coding (ebook) 2021. ISBN: 9780323776486$92.24
Subtotal of required materials$92.24

TEMC 1082 Medical Terminology and Anatomy/Physiology II

MaterialRequiredNew
Betsy Shiland Medical Terminology and Anatomy of Coding (ebook) 2021. ISBN: 9780323776486$92.24
Subtotal of required materials$92.24

TEMC 1110 Coding I

MaterialRequiredNew
AAPC 2025 Physcians Bundle AAPC, 2025. ISBN: 2005435$252.77
Buck's Step By Step Medical Coding Textbook (ebook) Elsevier, 2025. ISBN: 9780443260650$102.00
Buck's Step by Step Medical Coding Workbook Elsevier, 2025. ISBN: 9780443248795 (update to ebook)$37.23
Subtotal of required materials$392.00

TEMC 1121 Coding II

MaterialRequiredNew
AAPC 2025 Physcians Bundle AAPC, 2025. ISBN: 2005435$252.77
Buck's Step By Step Medical Coding Textbook (ebook) Elsevier, 2025. ISBN: 9780443260650$102.00
Buck's Step by Step Medical Coding Workbook Elsevier, 2025. ISBN: 9780443248795 (update to ebook)$37.23
Subtotal of required materials$392.00

TEMC 1131 Coding III

MaterialRequiredNew
AAPC 2025 Physcians Bundle AAPC, 2025. ISBN: 2005435$252.77
Buck's Step By Step Medical Coding Textbook (ebook) Elsevier, 2025. ISBN: 9780443260650$102.00
Buck's Step by Step Medical Coding Workbook Elsevier, 2025. ISBN: 9780443248795 (update to ebook)$37.23
Subtotal of required materials$392.00

TEMC 1140 Coding IV

MaterialRequiredNew
AAPC 2025 Physcians Bundle AAPC, 2025. ISBN: 2005435$252.77
Buck's Step By Step Medical Coding Textbook (ebook) Elsevier, 2025. ISBN: 9780443260650$102.00
Buck's Step by Step Medical Coding Workbook Elsevier, 2025. ISBN: 9780443248795 (update to ebook)$37.23
Subtotal of required materials$0.00

TEMC 1900 Coding Certification Exam Prep

MaterialRequiredNew
AAPC 2026 CPC Study Guide AAPC, 2025. ISBN: 9798892580755$104.13
Subtotal of required materials$104.13

TEMC 1051 Medical Insurance Billing I

MaterialRequiredNew
AAPC 2026 CPB Study Guide, AAPC, 2025. (ebook) ISBN: 979-8-89258-156
Subtotal of required materials#REF!

TEMC 1060 Medical Insurance Billing II

MaterialRequiredNew
AAPC 2026 CPB Study Guide, AAPC, 2025. (ebook) ISBN: 979-8-89258-156
Subtotal of required materials#REF!

TEMC 1070 Medical Office Software

MaterialRequiredNew
EHR Go EHR Go Medical Scribe 12 week Access EHR Go, ISBN: 9780985837976$53.00
Subtotal of required materials$53.00

The Medical Coding and Billing program at ĢƵ has a reading requirement. Please visit this page for more information.

The ĢƵ Medical Coding and Billing program has rolling start dates throughout the year. If you are interested in enrolling in the program, please review the application deadlines and program start dates below to ensure a smooth application process.

July 13th
  • Define anatomy and medical terminology.
  • Explain medical, legal, and ethical responsibilities.
  • Discuss the elements necessary for HIPAA compliance.
  • Locate, document, and validate appropriate diagnostic and procedure codes using the current ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS coding manuals for professional services.
  • Demonstrate proper billing, insurance claim preparation, and reimbursement using medical office software.
  • Prepare to sit for the National Certification Exam.
Course NumberCourse NameCreditsCost
TEMC 1034Introduction to Medical Coding /Healthcare Communication and Customer Service2200
TEMC 1051Medical Insurance Billing I2200
TEMC 1060Medical Insurance Billing II3300
TEMC 1070Medical Office Software2200
TEMC 1081Medical Terminology and Anatomy/Physiology I3300
TEMC 1082Medical Terminology and Anatomy/Physiology II3300
TEMC 1110Coding I3300
TEMC 1121Coding II3300
TEMC 1131Coding III3300
TEMC 1140Coding IV3300
TEMC 1900Coding Certification Exam Prep2200
Marilyn Holley

Marilyn brings over 25 years of experience in medical coding and billing to share with students in the Medical Coding and Billing program. She currently holds the credentials of RHIT, CPC, CPC-I, CRC, and CPB. Her coding career has been focused primarily on pro-fee coding for Emergency Department and General Medicine, and also has experience in supervisory and management roles.

She has a passion for teaching and thrills to see students’ confidence expand as they grasp and apply coding and billing concepts. A physician once told her, “My coder is one of my very best and closest friends!”

Marilyn’s vision for the Medical Coding and Billing program is to train students with the skills necessary to assist healthcare providers in reporting patient diagnoses, procedures, and services accurately. Ultimately, to be a reliable “behind the scenes” friend to both physicians and patients while engaged in a fascinating career.

Location
Health Tech 126A

marilyn.holley@otech.edu

801-627-8463