While many Medical Coders have strengthened their career by earning their bachelors' degree and masters' degree, neither is required for a career in Medical Coding. What is required is a solid understanding of Human Anatomy, Physiology and medical terminology. The Medical Coding training must be such that it enables you to master ICD-9, ICD-10, CPT-4 and HCPCS
If you are a life science graduate and you have profound interest in healthcare industry, then you have a significant edge over others to become a professional Medical Coder by undergoing the advanced training program offered by Spectrum.
In a nutshell all you need is the following skills:
Spectrum offers you training in Medical terminology, basic Human Anatomy and Physiology, computer applications, Medical Coding and Billing.
We prefer life science graduates and post graduates (B.Sc./ M.Sc Biochemistry, B.Sc./ M.Sc Microbiology, B.Sc./ M.Sc Biotechnology, B.Sc. Zoology, B.Sc./ M.Sc. Botany, B.Pharm, B.Sc. Nursing, MLT, any Medical Graduates and post graduates.
Those who work as Medical Transcriptionists or completed training are also highly preferred for being Medical Coders as they have knowledge on Anatomy, Physiology and health records.
