Army MOS · Medical
8Y Certified Medical Coder
Overview
A Certified Medical Coder translates provider documentation of patient encounters into codes for diagnoses, services, procedures, and supplies. This specialist applies current coding technologies, rules, and guidelines in ambulatory and inpatient settings to support service cost calculations, billing, and insurance reimbursement.
Core Skills
- medical coding
- ICD and CPT coding
- claims data analysis
- electronic health record usage
- revenue cycle management support
- data quality assurance
- HIPAA and privacy compliance
- documentation review
- attention to detail
- spreadsheet analysis
Civilian Software & Tools
- Epic Systems
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- eClinicalWorks EHR software
- MEDITECH software
- Microsoft Access
Civilian Career Paths
- Administration
- Finance and Accounting
Training & Development
Getting Started
- Certified Coding Associate (CCA)
- Medical Coder and Biller Certification (MCBC)
- Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)
- Certified Coding Specialist: Physician Based (CCS-P) · Funded · Promotion points
- Certified Healthcare Documentation Specialist: Level 2 (CHDS) · Funded · Promotion points
Career Growth
- Electronic Health Record Certification (EHRC)
- Paraoptometric Coder Certification (CPOC)
- Registered Healthcare Documentation Specialist: Level 1 (RHDS) · Funded · Promotion points
- Certified Medical Audit Specialists (CMAS)
- Certified Professional in Healthcare Risk Management (CPHRM)
What the Work Involves
- Complete insurance or other claim forms.
- Identify mistakes in reports and check with doctors to obtain the correct information.
- Review and edit transcribed reports or dictated material for spelling, grammar, clarity, consistency, and proper medical terminology.
- Transcribe dictation for a variety of medical reports, such as patient histories, physical examinations, emergency room visits, operations, chart reviews, consultation, or discharge summaries.
Related Occupations
- Medical Assistants
- Word Processors and Typists
- Emergency Medical Technicians
- Receptionists and Information Clerks
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: vocational training or an associate degree.
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.
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