Medical Coding
Associate of Applied Science / 60 Credits
Army
68G Patient Administration Specialist
Same degree. Less time.
Our specialists have analyzed Army Patient Administration Specialist training and compared it to the requirements for Medical Coding-AAS at Northwest Technical College, aiming to award you as much credit for your experience as possible. This means you get more college credit in less time, with no surprises.
More College Credit
For Your Military Experience
You Get
22
Credits
for your Military Occupation*
You Need
38
Credits
to Graduate*
This 60-credit Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree prepares graduates for a career in medical coding with comprehensive training using nationally recognized coding systems to classify procedures and diagnoses related to medical treatment. The AAS program includes coursework in anatomy and physiology, pharmacology, U.S. Health Care systems and medical billing and insurance, as well as college-level courses in writing, bioethical issues in contemporary society, general psychology, intro to public speaking, business communications and customer relations management. Medical coders are needed for patient account management, medical billing and insurance claims processing.
This GMLN Military Bridge Program is offered to members of the United States military who have completed training at the Medical Education and Training Campus (METC) in Fort Sam Houston, Texas. It is a transfer agreement between METC and Northwest Technical College (NTC).
If you have a different military occupation or aren't sure what options are available, contact us to discuss your military training and education.
About the Program
Medical Coding
Associate of Applied Science / 60 Credits
The GMLN degree plan will show you exactly what courses you will get credit for, and what you need to graduate, based on your military training.
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Northwest Technical College
905 Grant Ave SE, Bemidji, MN, 56601
*Upon verification of eligibility, active military or veterans will be granted up to 22 credits for their military coursework and training. Some credits may require completion of a course exam with a score of at least 70%, see Degree Plan for details. Credit determinations were made using current curriculum course dates. For questions, please contact Northwest Technical College or Request Info for review of your training. To earn a degree from one of our Minnesota State colleges or universities, a minimum number of credits must be taken through the institution, typically 30 credits for bachelor's degrees, 15 credits for associate degrees, and 1/3 of the total credits for diplomas and certificates. Some programs may vary. Additional college credit may be granted for other military courses with a Joint Service Transcript (JST) or Community College of the Air Force (CCAF) Transcript, courses from other colleges/universities upon review of an official transcript, and ACE Military Guide recommendations.