Medical Coder
Quick Program Facts
- Institutional Award: 232 certificate hours
- Number of courses: 4
- Tuition & Fees: $1,855 (not including textbooks)
- Credential: American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC)
- Financial aid: Tuition Assistance
- Campus: Trinity River
Program Description
Learn how to translate patient information from healthcare providers into practical, standard, alphanumeric codes for medical billing and recordkeeping purposes.
In-Person Classes
Our medical coder courses are delivered in face-to-face lectures.
Get Ready for the Certified Professional Coder (CPC) Exam
Prepare to test for the Certified Professional Coder (CPC) exam, which is administered by the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC).
About AAPC
With over 250,000 members, AAPC is the largest organization in the United States for:
- Medical coders
- Billers
- Auditors
- Regulatory compliance experts
AAPC certifications are widely acknowledged nationwide for their proficiency in managing the administrative aspects of healthcare by:
- Physicians
- Clinical professionals
- Medical societies
- Government entities
Credentials in Detail
TCC Award
After successfully completing the course requirements, you will receive a TCC Institutional Award.
AAPC Certification
After successfully completing the program, you may schedule and directly pay for the Certified Professional Coder (CPC) exam through the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC).
Licensing Notice: Texas House Bill 1508
This program prepares you for an occupational license. However, you may not be eligible for licensing if you have a prior criminal history.
For more details, see Texas House Bill 1508 Licensing Requirements
Eligibility Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- Passing score on The Adult Basic Education (TABE) test, if applicable
- Compliance with the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) regulations
Course List
Costs & Fees
Costs and fees vary. Costs are available in Hello!TCC's Continuing Education Course Descriptions.
2024 Application Timeline
- Application deadline: May 30, 2024
- Classes begin: June 25, 2024
- Program duration: June 25, 2024–May 15, 2025
How to Apply
- New TCC students only: Complete a CE enrollment form. If you have not previously attended TCC, contact the program director or career advisor for more information.
- Download, print, and fill out the application when it is available
- Gather the required supporting documents:
- A copy of your high school diploma or GED
- International high school diplomas must be evaluated for a U.S. equivalency by contacting International Academic Credential Evaluators, Inc.
- A copy of your high school diploma or GED
- Complete and pass the TSI—if you are not able to provide an official or unofficial transcript(s) for exemption review)
- Email your completed application and supporting documents to TR.HealthCareAdvising@tccd.edu.
- Register for class
- Once you have been accepted, you may register for Medical Coder courses.
Register & Pay for Classes
Register and pay online for upcoming classes through MyTCCTrack's Instant Enrollment.
For help, follow instructions for how to register for continuing education classes.
Additional Accommodations
If you need to request accommodations, please call us at 817-515-1484.
Contact
Trinity River Campus
Marisa Galaviz
Program Coordinator
Call 817-515-2328
Email marisa.galaviz@tccd.edu
Trinity River Campus
Health Care Professions
Advising Resource Hub
Janette Keen
Career Advisor
Call 817-515-1484
Email TR.HealthCareAdvising@tccd.edu
Advising by Appointment
Fall & Spring Hours
Monday–Friday: 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
Summer Hours
Monday–Thursday: 7:30 a.m.–6 p.m.
Updated October 01, 2024