UNDERGRADUATE CERTIFICATE PROGRAM | HEALTH MEDICAL BILLING AND CODING

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IS THIS PROGRAM FOR YOU? Interested in exploring a career in healthcare that is more technical and in less of a clinical setting? Explore a career 34 10 8% 1 1 in this growing field of health services by pursuing your CREDIT HOURS COURSES GROWTH YEAR minimum credit hours required nationally from 2019-2029 for minimum length to interest in medical billing and coding. for graduation employment of Medical Records graduation2 and Health Information Specialists1 A PROGRAM TO FUEL YOUR FUTURE The program is designed to teach students the basic coding skills needed to learn: DIGITAL HEALTH LEARNING PLATFORM You’ll work in a web-based learning platform that uses simulated patient records, allowing you to • How to capture digital health information using coding perform real-world health information and coding activities. and chart management software • Medical terminology and health records related to healthcare INDUSTRY CERTIFICATION MAKES A DIFFERENCE • How to accurately record, register, submit and track INDUSTRY Employers often look to candidates with industry certifications to staff their workforce. patient information CERTIFICATION After successful completion of this program, DeVry University offers eligible students a voucher to complete the CCA exam offered by AHIMA - a critical next step in launching a career as a medical coder.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES CERTIFICATION EXAM ALIGNED CURRICULUM Graduates of DeVry University’s Medical Billing and Experience curriculum that is designed to provide real-world understanding and help you prepare to pursue a variety of post-graduate certification opportunities, such as: Coding certificate program may consider careers including, but not limited to, the following: • Certified Coding Associate (CCA) offered by AHIMA • Certified Professional Coder (CPC) offered by AAPC • Certified Coding Specialist • Certified Professional Biller (CPB) offered by AAPC • Claims Coding Specialist • Medical Coder and Biller Certification (MCBC) offered by AMCA • Medical Records Analyst • Health Information Clerk • Coder • Biller EXAM PREP EXAM PREP BUILT IN • Medical Records and Health Information Technician To help in your pursuit of preparing to take related exams, this program includes prep for AHIMA’s Certified BUILT IN Coding Associate (CCA) exam. The CCA certification is a nationally recognized credential that may better position you for opportunities in the health field. DeVry University provides eligible students a voucher for one exam attempt to support them in the attainment of this credential.

1 https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/medical-records-and-health-information-technicians.htm. Growth projected on a national level. Local growth will vary by location. 2 Not including breaks. Assumes year-round, full-time enrollment. Additional program information may be found at https://www.devry.edu/online-programs.html. Undergraduate Certificate Program | Health Medical Billing and Coding

PROGRAM COURSES WHAT YOU’LL LEARN 34 CREDIT HOURS NATURAL SCIENCES NATURAL SCIENCES BIOS105 Fundamentals of Human Anatomy and Physiology with Lab • Understand the human body structure and functions BIOS267 Pathopharmacology • Explore drug therapies and the conditions they are prescribed to treat

HEALTH INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY HEALTH INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY HIT111 Basic Medical Terminology • Explore healthcare reimbursement and payment methodologies HIT120 Introduction to Health Services and Information Systems • Review medical data to ensure quality and integrity HIT141 Health Information Processes with Lab • Audit records to ensure compliance with standards HIT203 International Classification of Diseases Coding I with Lab • Apply procedural terminology codes for physician services and non-inpatient procedures HIT205 International Classification of Diseases Coding II with Lab • Study US healthcare delivery systems and processes HIT211 Current Procedural Terminology Coding with Lab • Analyze how clinical and demographic information is created and stored in health records HIT230* and Reimbursement • Correctly apply International Classification of Diseases diagnosis and procedure codes for inpatient procedures CAREER PREPARATION • Learn medical terminology to read and understand medical documentation HIT252 Coding Practicum and Review CAREER PREPARATION • Review core learning domains and prepare to pursue industry certification

Earn a credential at every step. HOW DO CREDENTIALS STACK? When you earn an Undergraduate Certificate in Medical Billing and Coding, almost all courses you BACHELOR’S complete in the program apply to your Associate Degree in Health Information Technology. When ASSOCIATE you complete the associate, all but one course stacks into our Bachelor’s in Business Degree with a CERTIFICATE + 33 + 55 specialization in Health Information Management. CREDIT HOURS CREDIT HOURS REMAINING REMAINING Build your confidence – and your resume – when you start your journey at DeVry.*

CREDIT34 HOURS 6 TOTAL7 1TOTAL22 *The figures displayed represent the minimum credit hours required for graduation. *HIT230 is provided at no tuition charge to students enrolled in this program. Additional coursework may be necessary to complete program requirements.

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In New York, DeVry University operates as DeVry College of New York. DeVry University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission (HLC), https://www.hlcommission.org. Keller Graduate School of Management is included in this accreditation. DeVry is certified to operate by the State Council of Higher Education for Virginia. Arlington Campus: 2450 Crystal Dr., Arlington, VA 22202. DeVry University is authorized for operation as a postsecondary educational institution by the Tennessee Higher Education Commission, https://www.tn.gov/thec. Nashville Campus: 301 S. Perimeter Park Dr., Ste. 100, Nashville, TN 37211. Programs, course requirements and availability vary by location. Some courses may be available online only. All students enrolled in site-based programs will be required to take some coursework online and, for some programs and locations, a substantial portion of the program may be required to be completed online. DeVry’s academic catalog, available via https://www.devry.edu/catalogs, contains the most current and detailed program information, including admission, progression and graduation requirements. Information contained herein is effective as of date of publishing. ©2021 DeVry Educational Development Corp. All rights reserved. Version 9/2/2021