
The Associate of Applied Science Degree program in Advanced Medical Coding and Billing offered at Lincoln College Online takes approximately 21 months to complete, including holidays and scheduled breaks. Most students take three courses each term, which is considered a full-time class schedule*. There are 20 total online courses included in the program, and these consist of 12 core medical coding and billing courses, six general education courses and two additional, management-related courses.
Our comprehensive curriculum covers the technical aspects of the insurance industry, computer technology, federal and state regulations, coding techniques for doctors’ offices and hospitals, basic medical office administration and offers extensive practice in preparing medical claims.
*Lincoln College Online students typically take three courses each term; however course scheduling is flexible depending upon your individual needs. Please speak to your Admissions Representative or Student Advisor if you are interested in taking additional or fewer classes per term. 21 month completion time is based upon a full-time class schedule.