The Medical Billing and Coding – Associate of Applied Science (AAS) Degree at Hawaii Medical College is designed to advance your career knowledge and skillset. The program provides training in both inpatient (hospital) and outpatient care office coding skills. Students will receive real-world training in professional communication, response, and leadership. The program prepares students for the Certified Billing & Coding Specialist (CBCS) examination with the National Healthcareer Association. The curriculum includes courses such as Career Preparation, Medical Office Procedures, Word Processing Applications, Spreadsheet Applications, Medical Insurance Billing, Medical Law and Ethics, Anatomy & Physiology, Medical Terminology, Pharmacology, Pathophysiology, CPT Coding, ICD-10-CM Coding, Hospital Billing, Customer Service, HABC Certification Exam Preparation, Externship, Therapeutic Communication for Health Professionals, Complementary & Alternative Medicine, Healthcare Management, Health Information Management, English Composition, Speech, Critical Thinking, Sociology, American History, Math for Healthcare Professionals, and Applied Psychology. Graduates are prepared for a variety of job opportunities and can potentially see a salary increase due to holding an associate degree.
About Hawaii Medical Institute, Inc
Hawaii Medical Institute, Inc. (HMI) is a private, for-profit institution dedicated to providing hands-on training in healthcare fields. With a focus on affordability and flexibility, HMI offers diploma programs in medical assisting, pharmacy technology, and healthcare administration in as little as 10 months. The college has a strong track record of job placement, with over 1,500 graduates hired by local employers and a pass rate of 100% for the Advanced Nurse Aide/CNA exam.
