Undergraduate Programs

Certificate Programs

Medical Coding

Certificate

The Medical Coding Certificate is designed for people interested in the medical coding as well as students pursuing a bachelor’s degree in another field of study who may wish to enhance their primary degree program.

Upon completion of the Medical Coding Certificate, students are prepared to find employment in a hospital or physician’s office. They will be eligible to sit for the Certified Coding Associate (CCA) exam offered by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA).

College credit earned for the medical coding certificate can be applied toward the Health Information Administration bachelor’s degree.

Medical Coding Certificate Requirements

The student must be admitted to the IUPUI campus and have knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and information technology tools. The Health Information Administration Program Admissions Committee will determine whether the applicant demonstrates adequate knowledge to enroll in the certificate program.

Students are required to receive a minimum grade of C in each course and maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5.

The School of Informatics reserves the right to amend program requirements. Those interested in the program are strongly encouraged to consult with an academic advisor from the School of Informatics for the latest information available.