Overview: Columbia Southern University’s (CSU) online Associate of Science in Health Information Science equips students to become adept health care paraprofessionals proficient in managing sensitive health information within digital environments. The program's medical coding track focuses on the latest material concerning medical coding, medical chart auditing, and insurance reimbursement.

Program Summary:

• Program Description: The Associate of Science in Health Information Science program serves as an entry-level program providing foundational knowledge in health information science. It offers two tracks: a medical coding track and a health care administration track.

Medical Coding Concentration:

• Concentration Description: The program's medical coding track prepares students to become proficient medical billers and coders, covering topics such as medical coding, medical chart auditing, and insurance reimbursement.

Concentration Outcomes: Upon completion of the concentration, students should be able to:

• Manage health information and medical claims effectively.
• Code diagnoses and medical procedures using coding standards and guidelines.
• Apply ethical standards to safeguard protected health information.
• Perform insurance reimbursement tasks accurately.