Medical Coding Associate & Registered Certified Coder Bundle

Coding Associate & Certified Coder

Coder Associate & Certified Coding Bundle: Tuition: 1215 USD

Set yourself apart from other job candidates and impress prospective employers by offering yourself as a one-person, two-course success.

This very special Internet coding course bundle takes you from start to finish resulting in your attainment of an ARHCP Registered Certified Medical Coder designation, the most recognized coding certification in the United States. This special bundle, offered at a tuition of 985 USD, allows you to enroll in both the ARHCP Registered Medical Coder Associate & Certified Medical Coder courses simultaneously for a lower overall cost than if you were to enroll in them separately as a non-member.

This complete certification program is designed to give those students who have no previous coding knowledge or experience, the foundations of medical coding first. This starts with an introduction to medical coding, human anatomy, and medical terminology. After completing the basic modules and passing your first test on what you have learned, you will receive a certificate of completion. You can then start directly into the second section of this special medical coding course bundle.

This special medical coding certification bundle includes: all the full course subsections or modules; study guides, CDs and other materials; ARHCP membership benefits; examinations on all subsections; a certificate of completion on passing the subsection examinations; as well as the all-important coding certification examination. You will then be fully and professionally prepared to start your career as an ARHCP Registered and Certified Medical Coder.

The second section of this bundled medical coding program builds on your recent but firm foundation of basics and takes you smoothly and confidently into the remaining modules of the second section including: the essentials of medical coding; the essentials of evaluation and management coding, and; the essentials of Medicare. After completion of this second phase, you will be fully prepared to sit and have the knowledge required to pass the Medical Coder Certification Exam. Upon passing the certification exam, you will have attained the status of "Registered Certified Medical Coder."

This Course is The #1 Medical Coding Certification Program in The USA

This fact alone substantially increases your opportunities for gaining employment as a certified medical coder. Here is an overview of the main modules you will be studying:

• Introduction to Human Anatomy
• Introduction to Medical Coding
• Introduction to Medical Terminology
• Medicare Essentials
• Essentials of CPT
• Essentials of E/M
• Essentials of HCPCS II
• Essentials of ICD-9

This coding course bundle also includes your annual ARHCP membership and all shipping charges for the materials you will be sent. Your ARHCP membership allows you to enjoy discounts on other courses, books, and more. (For full details, click the "Member Benefits" link near the top of this page.) If you are interested in CEU's (Continuing Education Units) you should know that each of these courses is worth 8 (eight) CEUs each. We also invite you to review some of the specialty coding modules offered to refine your coding skills in specific coding medical specialty areas. Specialty Medical Coding Modules

Medical Coding's Future

The whole health field sector is going to grow strongly in the next 10-15 years, including medical coding. Medical coders especially are expected to be in very strong demand. Please read this excerpt where medical coding is specifically mentioned, or read the whole report from the current United States Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics, in their highly-respected, well-researched, & closely-followed Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2006-07 Edition.

As medical practices face greater scrutiny from third-party auditors and higher expenses, they are looking to employ coders who have advanced knowledge of coding. Understandably, certification has often become mandated for practice compliance plans, hiring, and advancement opportunities

Having graduated from both the ARHCP Associate Medical Coder & the Registered Certified Medical Coding courses, you may have just that extra edge you need in a competitive job situation.

Common Questions & Answers on This Special Certified Coder Program