The Code to Success
Turn vital patient information into precise medical codes.
Play a crucial role behind the scenes in healthcare with Owens’ three-semester Medical Coding Certificate program. Gain the specialized knowledge and skills to accurately assign medical codes, support proper reimbursement and contribute to patient care outcomes—all without direct patient interaction.
You’ll translate patient diagnoses, procedures and treatments into standardized codes used for billing, insurance, public health tracking, research and data management. It’s a career that combines healthcare knowledge with analytical precision—ideal if you enjoy accuracy, organization and technology.
Designed to prepare you for national certification exams, the program equips you with expertise in industry-standard coding systems. With this comprehensive training, you’ll be ready to confidently step into a rewarding healthcare career where your attention to detail makes a meaningful difference.
Small Classes. Expert Guidance.
Our instructors are experts who take pride in your success. Combined with our small class sizes, you’ll get one-on-one mentorship and precise technical feedback tailored to your goals.
Award Type
Certificate
Department
Department of Health Information Technology
Required Credit Hours
27
At a Glance
$11K
Tuition and supplies—a solid ROI for a high-demand career
9,710
Professionals in this field across Ohio
1
Core coding course offered per academic year
From Class to Career: Medical Coding in Three Semesters
You’ll start by building a strong foundation in health information systems, medical terminology, pathopharmacology, and human anatomy and physiology. From there, you’ll advance to clinical classification and coding systems, including ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, CPT, and HCPCS Level II, while gaining hands-on experience with the technology and software used in modern healthcare settings.
Throughout the program, you’ll also master medical reimbursement principles and the legal and ethical considerations of handling patient information.
Pathway to Advanced Certification
Credits earned in this certificate apply toward Owens’ Health Information Technology, AAS program, positioning you to pursue certification as a Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT).
Career Outcomes
You’ll graduate workforce-ready with the expertise to confidently assign codes, support accurate billing and manage healthcare data as a skilled medical coder. Step into this flexible, in-demand healthcare career and make a meaningful impact from day one—your precision directly supports patient care and healthcare operations.
Your career options are diverse: work in physician offices, hospitals, clinics, consulting firms, peer review organizations or insurance companies. Many positions offer remote work flexibility, allowing you to build your career from anywhere. As you gain experience, advancement opportunities abound in auditing, compliance, health information management and specialized coding areas like oncology or cardiology.
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In Their Words
“I’m an older student, so coming back to school after being out for a while and still being able to have success is pretty cool.”
Kristen Endicott, School of Nursing and Health Technologies grad
Getting Started at Owens
Begin your high-quality education at an affordable price today!
To be admitted to the Medical Coding certificate you must first fill out an online admissions application and then (after being admitted to Owens) apply to the Medical Coding certificate.
Upon acceptance, schedule a meeting with your admissions advisor to register for classes. Next, attend an on-campus orientation and meet with your student financial services advisor to discuss ways to pay for college.
Contact Us
Skytha Fleming
Healthcare Education Center 132 G
Toledo-area Campus
Chair, Medical Coding
Phone: (567) 661-7453 | Email
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