Prerequisites
Prior to enrolling in Medical Coding Online, you must have completed the specified prerequisites (if you have not taken a prerequisite, you can click on the catalog code link to see a list of upcoming course sections):
Developing your medical vocabulary is essential in understanding information within the medical record. This course provided the basics--fundamental word structures, prefixes, suffixes and word roots. It also provides instruction in each body system including terminology, and anatomay and physiology. This is crucial for accurate assignment of codes for diagnoses and procedures.
Fundamentals of Anatomy for Healthcare Professions
An introductory anatomy and physiology course organized according to body systems focusing on how the body works. Designed to provide the healthcare professional with a generalized yet comprehensive course in the anatomy of the human body.
If you have previously taken courses with us, check your Registration History to see if any of your past courses meet the prerequisites.