Army MOS · Medical
8Y Certified Medical Coder
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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.
Notes & Sources
- 8Y (Certified Medical Coder) is an Army Additional Skill Identifier (proponent: U.S. Army Medical Center of Excellence (MEDCoE)), effective 2019-10, not a standalone military occupation.
- Authority scope: "Identifies positions requiring Soldiers who are certified as a Certified Professional Coder (CPC)." Award requirement: "Must successfully complete the 68G Certification Transition Course and pass the Certified Professional Coders (CPC) exam, OR (2) Be certified in medical coding (inpatient and …" Restrictions: "For use with MOS 68G, grades E-1 thru E-8." The identifier alone does not establish a civilian occupation; occupation-specific skills and career guidance depend on the holder's primary MOS and actual duties.
Evidence for this guidance (1 document)
- DA PAM 611-21 FY2025 Smartbook ch 12 (posted 2025-12-04): ASI 8Y Certified Medical Coder
[1] Table 12-2 numerical listing of ASIs, entry 'Code: 8Y (Eff 201910)', lines 2497-2516
Supports: Specialty definition
Source review recorded October 7, 2026.
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