Online Medical Coding
Certificate Program For
Tennessee Students
Our self-paced, online medical coding program for Tennessee residents will prepare you for certification (CPC-A) and a role as a medical coder in as little as 4 months.
- $79/month
- 5-day money-back commitment
- DEAC Accredited
- 100% online, self-paced classes, on your phone or computer
- Complete in 4-11 months, part-time
- One-on-one career coaching and instructor support
- Start learning today - no waiting period!
- $79/month
- 5-day money-back commitment
- DEAC Accredited
- 100% online, self-paced classes, on your phone or computer
- Complete in 4-11 months, part-time
- One-on-one career coaching and instructor support
- Start learning today - no waiting period!
What You'll Learn
- How the human body works
- Medical terminology and pronunciations
- How medical procedures and diagnoses are coded
- How to work like a medical professional
- HCPCS Formats and Coding Rules
- Surgical Coding
- Coding for Radiology and Pathology
- Anesthesia and Medicine Coding
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Course Outline
Our course will teach you everything you need to know to start a new career as a Medical Coding Specialist in Tennessee. This online program includes practical instruction to train students to research and assign diagnostic and procedural codes to medical records in accordance with Tennessee state guidelines. Students gain competency in ICD-10-CM and demonstrate CPT coding procedures applicable to Tennessee's growing healthcare sector. Discover the formats, coding rules and how to determine when to use HCPCS codes. The lesson provides a hands-on opportunity to code from the HCPCS coding manual.The course also provides students with a solid foundation of medical terminology, human anatomy and physiology, and common disease processes, preparing graduates for employment opportunities across Tennessee.
Quick Facts
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Lessons: 28
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Quizzes: 28
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Complete in as little as 4 months
What's Inside the Course
Beginner-Friendly Lessons
Classes are designed for anyone to easily learn, and are broken up into digestible sections that build as you progress through our program. No due dates or deadlines.
Engaging Curriculum
Reading lessons, supplemental videos, interactive exercises, note taking, read-aloud and disability features, and open note multiple choice quizzes with no time limit.
Hands-On Supplemental Learning
You’ll receive the ICD-10-CM Coding Manual, CPT Coding Manual, the Anatomy and Physiology Textbook and the HCPCS Coding Manual.
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Medical Coding Career
Outlook & Certification in Tennessee
$49,340*
7,060*
17%*
Certification
This online training program provides Tennessee students with practical experience in medical coding. Participants will learn to assign diagnostic and procedural codes using ICD-10-CM and CPT coding systems while strengthening their knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and common disease conditions.
Included with our course, we cover the cost of your CPC-A certification exam fees – a $425 value!†
National Certification Options
- a. American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC)
- b. Requirements: AAPC Membership and exam fees.
- c. Recommended: A certificate or transcript showing 80 hours or more of education can be used to fulfill one of the two years required to remove the Apprentice (“A”) status from the certification and become a CPC. After a year of verifiable coding work experience, the grad can apply to have the “A” dropped by submitting a letter, on letterhead, signed from your employer verifying one year of on-the-job experience.
- d. USCI Recommended: Yes
- a. American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA)
- b. Requirements: HS Diploma or equivalent and exam fees
- c. Recommended: 1 year coding experience and completion of coding training program
- d. USCI Recommended: No, USCI does not recommend this certification directly after you receive your USCI certificate, see recommendations above.
Medical Coding Jobs in Tennessee
Tennessee currently employs 6,040 medical coding specialists.* There are hundreds of medical coding jobs open in Nashville, Memphis, Knoxville, Chattanooga, Clarksville, Murfreesboro, and many other cities in Tennessee, according to Indeed.com. Medical coding specialists work at hospitals, physician’s offices, clinics, rehabilitation centers, long-term care facilities, insurance companies, government agencies, educational institutions, technology companies, and research and consulting firms. Remote/work-from-home positions are also available for some medical coding jobs.
Tuition & Financing
*Plus one-time $29 application charge..
**First payment includes $50 down payment and $29 application charge. Application charge is non-refundable.
Tennessee Medical Coding FAQs
How can I become a Medical Coder in Tennessee?
- Earn a high-school diploma or GED.
- Complete an accredited medical-coding program online or at Tennessee schools such as TCAT Knoxville or Nashville State CC. Our program here at USCI is 100% online and can be completed in 4 months.
- Master ICD-10-CM/PCS, CPT and HCPCS using the software labs built into most courses.
- Sit for the Certified Professional Coder (CPC-A) through AAPC or a credential Certified Coding Specialist (CCS-P) from AHIMA; Tennessee doesn’t legally require certification, but most employers prefer it for hiring and pay.
- Land an externship or entry-level coding job to convert a CPC-Apprentice to full CPC status and gain experience.
- Apply for positions in hospitals, physician practices, insurance firms or remote coding vendors statewide—tap AAPC job boards and local networks. Our career coaches will assist you in preparing your resume and can perform mock interviews.
How much does a Medical Coder make in Tennessee?
Medical Coders in Tennessee make on average $49,340* per year according to O*Net.
