ATA College – Louisville offers two flexible pathways for students interested in pursuing a career in medical coding: a streamlined Diploma program and a comprehensive Associate Degree program. Both options are offered 100% online, giving Louisville-area students the flexibility to train for a new career while balancing work and personal responsibilities, all while gaining the knowledge and hands-on skills needed to succeed in today’s healthcare and health information environments.
Medical Coding Diploma Program – Louisville Campus
The Medical Coding Diploma program at ATA College – Louisville provides a focused, fast-track option for students who want to enter the healthcare field quickly. This program combines essential theory with practical, hands-on training, preparing students to interpret medical documentation and accurately assign industry-standard codes for diagnoses, conditions, and procedures.
- Estimated completion: 5 quarters (approximately 50 weeks)
- Prepares students for the AAPC CPC Certification exam
- Hands-on training in medical records analysis and coding systems
- Career-focused curriculum designed for immediate workforce entry
- Potential career paths: medical secretary, medical claims processor, insurance office professional, records clerk
- Work environments: physicians’ offices, hospitals, clinics, insurance companies, and medical billing firms
Medical Coding Associate Degree Program – Louisville Campus
ATA College – Louisville’s Medical Coding Associate Degree program is designed for students seeking a more in-depth education and expanded career opportunities in health information coding. Students build a strong foundation through both didactic instruction and applied learning experiences, preparing them to work confidently across multiple healthcare environments.
- Estimated completion: 7 quarters
- Comprehensive training in medical coding, billing, and healthcare classification systems
- Combines theoretical instruction with hands-on practical skills
- Prepares students for a variety of administrative and coding-related roles
- Potential career paths: medical secretary, medical claims processor, insurance office professional, records clerk
- Work environments: hospitals, clinics, physicians’ offices, medical billing companies, and healthcare consulting firms
Both programs at ATA College – Louisville are designed to support students at different stages of their educational journey, offering flexible online learning options and career-focused training for the growing healthcare industry.
Sample Courses
- ANA 101 Anatomy and Physiology (4 credits)
- COD140 & 141 Basic and Advanced ICD-10-CM Coding (4 credits each)
- COD 155 AAPC Professional Coding (10 credits)
Career Choices
- Physician offices
- Hospitals
- Urgent/Immediate care centers
- Insurance companies
- Physician billing services
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Student Disclosure Notice
The 17-month Associate Degree program is in a voluntary Teach-Out and no longer accepting enrollments.
Standard Occupations Classification (SOC)
More information about careers and occupations can be found at O*NET (http://www.onetcenter.org), the nation’s primary source of occupational information. Use the link below to learn more about Occupational Associates Degree Medical Professional – Medical Coding Hospital or Occupational Associates Degree Medical Professional – Medical Coding (outpatient): www.onetonline.org/link/summary/29-2071.00
