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Medical Records

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Health Information Management (Medical Records)
Since 1984, Molloy College, Division of Continuing Education and Professional Development has a long history of course offerings in the area of health information management (medical records).

Courses lead to entry-level employment in the following fields:

- Medical Coding
- Medical Billing
- Medical Administrative Assistant

We currently offer three certificate programs so that you can become proficient in this field. Whether in a physicians' office, hospital or other healthcare facility, patients are followed by an astounding trail of information. From diagnoses to final billing, health care providers need to have access to that information. After completing Molloy College's medical records certificate program, you will be prepared to meet the challenges of this growing profession.

ICD-10 is coming!

Each of the Medical Record certificate program requirements currently includes the course: ICD-9-CM Coding. Those requirements are expected to change in 2014. The ICD-9 course will be replaced by ICD-10 in late 2013.

Workshops, designed for professionals with a proficient understanding of coding will be offered. These workshops will highlight what changes to expect.

Bookmark this page to check back for course offerings regarding ICD-10 coding and updates for professionals.

Certificate programs (career tracks) to choose from include:

- Certified Coding Specialist Preparation
- Health Care Billing - Physician and Hospital Billing
- Medical Administrative Assistant

Certificates and Certificate Requirements
A certificate is awarded upon successful completion of each individual course. A larger program certificate, suitable for framing, is awarded at the completion of each track. You may earn a certificate in any of the specialties listed above, or take a few additional courses and receive two or more program certificate. Each program certificate requires successful completion of 10 courses listed under each certificate title (click on the program title above for certificate requirements).

Course Schedules and Locations
Courses are typically offered throughout the year on day, evening and weekend schedules. The courses can be taken at either our Rockville Centre campus or at our Suffolk Center in East Farmingdale. You may begin your studies at any time.

Plan of Study
Regardless of the certificate title you pursue, the following four core courses are required in each program and it is suggested that you start your studies with Medical Terninology and/or Structure and Function of the Human Body (Anatomy and Physiology):
MR-1500 - Medical Terminology
MR-1510 - Structure and Function of the Human Body (Anatomy and Physiology)
MR-2500 - ICD-9-CM Coding
MR-3500 - CPT-HCPCS Coding

Please note that a number of the courses do have prerequisites and that those prerequisites will be listed in the course descriptions.

Click here for the schedule of classes. The course location is listed in the section information for each course.

Registration
Students should register for classes at least one week prior to the start of classes to insure enough time for you to get your confirmation and parking permit. However, you can register up until the day of class. Please note that some of our classes do close out and some of our classes do cancel, so you may be taking a chance of not getting into the course of your choice by waiting.

To register online, in person, by phone, by fax or by mail, click here. Confirmation of your registration and classroom assignments will be mailed or emailed to you upon receipt of your registration.

Financial Assistance
Continuing education loans to cover tuition and expenses are available to those who qualify from SLM Financial, a Sallie Mae Company. This program is approved for veterans benefits. Since most continuing education courses do not lead to a college degree, they are not eligible for the traditional forms of financial aid, such as TAP and/or Pell. Some private lenders will help you finance continuing education and certificate programs.

Course Challenge
If you wish to challenge the course Medical Terminology (MR-1500) and/or Structure and Function of the Human Body (MR-1510), based upon prior work experience and/or education, you may take a challenge/waiver exam. Call the Division of Continuing Education and Professional Development to schedule an appointment.

If you are already an RN or a Physician you are automatically waived from Medical Terminology (MR-1500) and Structure and Function of the Human Body (MR-1500). Attach a copy of your license to your registration form. Click here for a registration form.

Questions?
If you should have any questions regarding this program, contact Ann McTigue at amctigue@molloy.edu or at 516.678.5000 ext .6602.

Have questions regarding our schedules and/or registration status? Email the Division of Continuing Education and Professional Development at conted@molloy.edu or call 561.678.5000 ext. 6206.