Objective: The objective of this program is to analyze medical records, assigning codes to indices of diagnoses and procedures and to provide information for reimbursement purposes. Students will learn to transform verbal descriptions of diseases, injuries, and procedures into numerical designations. Students review rejected claims and prepare for re-submission. The course prepares the students to apply for the national coding certificate at the apprentice level. Employment opportunities include multi-physician practices, clinics, insurance companies, consulting firms, and medical billing companies.