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Admission Requirements for Revenue Cycle Management Medical Coder Biller Certificate

PERT exam for college assessment of college-level knowledge; students not at college level must complete prep classes but can still be admitted and begin enrolling in courses. 

Dual Enrollment: Students can pursue A.S./A.A. degrees or supplement with certifications concurrently.

DRC Accommodations: Contact Disabilities Resource Center at 352-395-4400 on Northwest Campus for testing accommodations; provide disability documentation in advance.

Pathways: Continue to Data Management Analytics Specialist Certificate, A.S. in Health Information Technology, or B.A.S. in Health Service Administration. 

All tuition and fees are estimated costs and subject to change without notice.

Program Costs:

• Florida Residents:
  • $101.77 per credit hour x 38 credit hours = $3,867.26
• Non-Florida Residents:
  • $377.90 per credit hour x 38 credit hours = $14,360.20

Textbook, Laboratory, Reference Manual, and Field Experience Costs:

Students are responsible for the cost of their textbooks ($100 to $150 per book), virtual lab access fees ($50 to $250), reference materials (for medical coding) ($150 to $225 per manual), and certification exams ($199 to $400 depending on the exam). All the costs are estimates and can depend on where the student purchases the item, funding, and other factors.

For more information, please visit Tuition Costs and Due Dates.

Scholarships

• Career and Technical Education Scholarships
• There are many other scholarships available for SF students. Please visit the college's Scholarships page for more information and how to apply
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Financial Aid

There are many options to finance your education. You may be eligible for Federal Grants, Work Study, State Grants, Federal Loans, and Institutional Scholarships. For more information and how to apply, please visit the Financial Aid page.

Veterans Benefits

ÇàÇà²ÝÊÓƵ is a Military Friendly School. Veterans can receive assistance with their benefits at the Office for Veterans and Military Success Services.

Policies and procedures for withdrawal and for refunds of tuition/fees:

For more information, please visit Petitions to Adjust Student Record.

Student grievance procedure:

For more information, please visit Grievance / Appeals.

Median Pay

• $67,310 per year
• $32.36 per hour

Job Growth: Employment of health information technologists and medical registrars is projected to grow 16% from 2023–2033, much faster than average (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics).

Salary information provided by .

Job titles vary for medical coding skills and knowledge:

• Insurance claims specialist
• Billing and Collections specialist
• Physician Coding Compliance Specialist
• DRG Validator
• Clinical Documentation specialist
• HIM Revenue Cycle Specialist
• Medical Coding Auditor
• Reimbursement and Insurance Manager
• Chargemaster Manager
• Coding Trainer
• Director of Coding

AHIMA (80+ HIM professional roles that cross all healthcare/business sectors) represented in four categories: Coding and Revenue Cycle, Data Analytics, Informatics, Information Governance. See featured health information management jobs.

The program is thankful for the 40+ industry partners who host ÇàÇà²ÝÊÓƵ Health Information Technology Students. (Gainesville, Jacksonville, Orlando)

Upon successful completion, students will:

1. Describe revenue cycle management processes.
2. Demonstrate information protection, including access, use, disclosure, privacy, and security.
3. Explain key aspects of health law and compliance.
4. Identify organizational management and leadership activities.
5. Apply health informatics/data analysis using technologies (AI, CAC) and databases to ensure secure data exchange and improve healthcare quality.
6. Validate diagnostic/procedure codes and groupings per guidelines, supporting revenue cycle management and clinical documentation improvement.

Supporting Knowledge Courses

• BSC2085/L Anatomy/Physiology
• BSC2086/L Anatomy/Physiology
• HSC2531 Medical Terminology
• CGS2100 Computer Applications
• College-level math
  • STA2023 is highly suggested to be eligible for the DMA certificate

Lawful and Non-Discriminatory Practices:

All activities associated with the program, including student and faculty recruitment, student admission, and faculty employment practices, must be non-discriminatory and by federal and state statutes, rules, and regulations.

Credit hours: 38

Time to completion: 1 year (Full-time) 2 years (Part-time)

The majority of students attend part-time and are working adults with jobs and families. 

Need C or higher in all coursework.

Format: 100% Online with proctored testing requirements

Curriculum: AHIMA PCAP Approved Program

Florida CIP: 0351071400
Program Code: 6598
2025-2026
Total SF Semester Hours = 38

Foundation courses:

• HSC2531 Medical Terminology
• BSC2085/L Anatomy Physiology 1 and Lab
• BSC2086/L Anatomy Physiology 2 and Lab

Core Courses:

• HIM1000 Intro to Health Information Management; Preparation: Familiarity with Microsoft Applications required; take CGS2100 for a refresher if needed before enrolling.
• HIM2211 Health Information Technology (3 Credit Hours); Corequisite: HIM1000
• HIM1440 Pathophysiology and Pharmacotherapy for Allied Professionals (3 Credit Hours); Corequisites: BSC2086, BSC2086L, HSC2531 
• HIM1253C CPT4 OP Procedure Coding (3 Credit Hours); Corequisites: HSC2531, BSC2086 and BSC2086L 
• HIM2722C Introduction to ICD10 CM Diagnosis Coding (3 Credit Hours); Corequisites: HIM1440
• HIM2012 Health Law and Compliance (3 Credit Hours); Corequisite: HIM1000
• HIM2292 Advanced IP/OP Coding (3 Credit Hours); Prerequisite: HIM1253C and HIM2272C
• HIM2273C Revenue Cycle Management (3 Credit Hours); Prerequisite: HIM2722C and HIM1253C
• HIM2814 Professional Practice 1 and Coding Certification Exam Prep (3 Credit Hours); Prerequisites: HIM2211, HIM2273, and HIM2012 

National Certification Exam (AHIMA): Cost: Up to $300 (varies by membership/certification). 

Overview: Practice discipline requiring cognitive, sensory, affective, and psychomotor skills.

Performance Standards: Applicants should review standards and consult healthcare providers to assess ability to perform duties. Discuss concerns with the Academic Chair for Business Programs.

Disability Accommodations: Contact Disabilities Resource Center for reasonable accommodations if concerns relate to a documented disability.

Required Qualities: Critical thinking, sound judgment, professional communication, emotional stability, empathy, physical/mental stamina, and adaptability in diverse didactic/clinical settings.

Graduate Competencies: Must possess minimal skills, essential functions, and knowledge for various clinical settings.

Critical Thinking

Standard: Sufficient for business, clinical, and technical judgment.
Example: Interpret medical records, regulations, and data for clinical/business decisions.

Interpersonal

Standard: Sufficient to interact with diverse stakeholders.
Example: Communicate effectively and sensitively with internal/external stakeholders.

Communication

Standard: Effective verbal/written communication in English.
Example: Manage, analyze, protect, and secure health information for treatment, operations, and payment.

Mobility

Standard: Sufficient to move independently and maneuver in small spaces.
Example: Perform motor skills for management, security, and analysis of health information.

Tactile/Motor Skills

Standard: Sufficient for safe/effective functions related to treatment, operations, payment.
Example: Accurately assess, monitor, and secure health information.

Hearing

Standard: Sufficient to monitor/assess health information, business, and technology needs.
Example: Hear vital signs, equipment, alarms, and communicate verbally.

Visual

Standard: Sufficient to gather, interpret, and secure information for data analysis and coding.
Example: Read charts, monitor equipment, and assess business/clinical operations.

Technical Standards

Goal: Prepare students to acquire, manage, analyze, and secure health information for treatment, payment, and operations (TPO).

Requirements:

• Acquire/apply knowledge from classroom, lab, independent learning, and team projects.
• Communicate effectively in English with healthcare teams, patients, and third parties.
• Use computers and complete assignments timely.
• Function as part of a team.
• Read/interpret materials (e.g., coding manuals, medical records).
• Calculate hospital statistics, budgets, and productivity.
• Demonstrate manual dexterity for filing, assembling records, and designing forms/screens.
• Operate equipment (e.g., word processors, transcription, copiers).
• Synthesize data for presentations.

Accommodations: Reasonable accommodations provided via Disabilities Resource Center at 352-395-4400 with disability documentation.

Evidence of Immunizations:

MMR (Measles, Mumps, and Rubella)

Hepatitis B Vaccine:

• Series of 3 shots: 1st shot 30 days before semester starts, 2nd shot 30 days after 1st, 3rd shot 5 months after 2nd.
• Cost up to $300 (SF Student Health Center estimate; varies by provider).
• Titters via Alachua Co. Public Health Dept. ($20 blood draw fee, 10-14 days for results).
• A signed declination statement can be applied.

Flu Vaccinations: 2 required. Cost: Up to $40. A signed declination statement can be applied.

Level 2 National Background Screening: Cost: Up to $75.

Potential PPE Site Expenses: Hotel, meals, transportation. Cost: Up to $200; depends on placement

Disclosure

The Cost of Attendance (COA) is not the bill that you will receive from ÇàÇà²ÝÊÓƵ. It is an estimate of what it costs the typical student to attend ÇàÇà²ÝÊÓƵ for one academic year including tuition, books, course materials, living expenses, transportation, and miscellaneous personal expenses.

Tuition and fees in the cost of attendance below are calculated for credit hour programs, assuming enrollment in 12 credit hours in the Fall and Spring semesters. Actual tuition and fees may vary by program. For a better understanding of your chosen program’s tuition and fees, see program costs above.

Undergraduate Lower Division Courses (A.A./A.S. Degree Courses)

	Off-Campus*	Off-Campus with Parent**
Tuition and Fees In-State: $106.77 per credit Out-Of-State: $382.90 per credit	In-State: $2,563 Out-Of-State: $9,190	In-State: $2,563 Out-Of-State: $9,190
Books, Course Materials, Supplies, and Equipment	$783	$783
Living Expenses (Food & Housing)	$10,260	$4,500
Miscellaneous Personal Expenses	$3,500	$3,500
Transportation	$1,850	$1,850
Total	In-State: $18,956 Out-Of-State: $25,583	In-State: $13,196 Out-Of-State: $19,823

Undergraduate Upper Division Courses (Bachelor's Degree Courses)

	Off-Campus*	Off-Campus with Parent**
Tuition and Fees In-State: $126.33 per credit Out-Of-State: $428.83 per credit	In-State: $3,032 Out-Of-State: $10,292	In-State: $3,032 Out-Of-State: $10,292
Books, Course Materials, Supplies, and Equipment	$783	$783
Living Expenses (Food & Housing)	$10,260	$4,500
Miscellaneous Personal Expenses	$3,500	$3,500
Transportation	$1,850	$1,850
Total	In-State: $19,425 Out-Of-State: $26,585	In-State: $13,575 Out-Of-State: $20,925

*Off-Campus: you intend to live off-campus but not with your parent(s).

**Off-Campus with Parent: you intend to live with your parent(s) or other relatives.

Note: All costs and rates are subject to change for the upcoming year.

For more detailed information, visit SF's Cost of Attendance page.