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The Medical Coder/Biller program is designed to prepare students for coding careers in a variety of healthcare settings, including hospitals, clinics, long-term care facilities, and insurance companies. Coding professionals read and analyze medical records, convert medical record data to diagnosis and procedure codes, and use codes to receive proper reimbursement for healthcare services.

The program content includes, but is not limited to, medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, coding systems, fundamentals of disease processes, healthcare delivery systems, basics of medical records services, ethical and legal responsibilities, safety/security procedures, basic data processing, and employability skills. Upon completion of the program, graduates are eligible to take the Certified Coding Associate (CCA) National Certification Exam offered through the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA).

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Florida Gateway College

Florida Gateway College (FGC), located at 149 SE College Pl, Lake City, FL 32025, is a premier public community college dedicated to delivering affordable and high-quality postsecondary education to the residents of North Central Florida 12 3. The expansive 132-acre campus is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities, such as a recreational student center featuring video games, life-size chess, and a fully-equipped fitness center. Students can also enjoy the culinary offerings at the Gateway Grill restaurant on campus 1.

FGC offers an impressive range of academic programs, from quick-start certificate courses to comprehensive four-year bachelor's degree programs, with over 60 areas of study including health sciences, industry, public safety, and computer science. Remarkably, 20 of these programs are available entirely online, catering to a diverse student body 4. The college prides itself on its student-centered philosophy by facilitating small class sizes, flexible scheduling, and strong support services such as round-the-clock tutoring and childcare through the Little Wolves Child Care Center. Beyond academics, FGC cultivates a dynamic campus culture with vibrant student activities, clubs, athletics, and a proactive student government, all of which contribute to a nurturing and engaging educational environment 10.

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