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The Medical Coding Specialist program is designed to prepare students for employment in all types of health care organizations, insurance companies, or government agencies associated with medical coding, reimbursement, health services research, and health care planning. All credits from this technical diploma can be applied to the Health Information Technology associate degree. This technical diploma will take a minimum of three terms to complete. Students will attend an asynchronous HIT/MCS Program Orientation and students are expected to have entry-level computer skills.
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Northeast Wisconsin Technical College- Crivitz
Northeast Wisconsin Technical College, Crivitz, Wisconsin, prepares students for careers in cybersecurity, diagnostic medical sonography, nursing, business administration, CNA, emergency medical services, HVAC, LPN, medical assisting, medical coding, pharmacy technology, phlebotomy, software development, and dental assisting. The institution offers technical diploma training and programs that support industry credentials, including the opportunity for dental assistant graduates to pursue the CDA credential through the Dental Assistant National Board. Dental assisting preparation covers laboratory, clinical, and office responsibilities, with potential work in general or specialty dental offices, dental laboratories, insurance companies, dental supply companies, and public health facilities. The college also provides day, full-time instruction for its Dental Assistant program and includes clinical experience requirements, professional coursework, and opportunities connected with further dental education.