Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder at Minnesota West Community and Technical College in Granite Falls, MN

Health Professions & Clinical Sciences Certificate CIP 51.0713

Total Graduates

7

Class of 2023

Annual Tuition

$5,848

In-state rate

Program Popularity

#237
of 360 colleges nationally
34.2%
Produces more graduates than 34.2% of colleges offering this program
7,836
Total national graduates (Certificate)

Program Overview

Program Details

Program Name Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder.
Degree Level Certificate
CIP Code 51.0713
Program Family Health Professions & Clinical Sciences

Recent Outcomes

Total Completions 7 graduates
Award Year 2023

Salary & Earnings

Typical earnings for occupations related to this program

Medical records specialists

Primary Occupation
$50,250
Median Annual Salary
$35,780 $80,950
10th percentile 90th percentile
187,910 employed nationally +7.1% projected growth

Related Occupations

Health information technologists and medical registrars +14.7%
$67,310

Salary data reflects typical earnings for related occupations nationally, not specific earnings of graduates from this institution. Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (2024).

Career Outcomes for Graduates

Primary Career Path

Average Starting Salary

$67,310

10-Year Job Growth

+14.7%

Career Readiness Score

0/100
100% Program Match

Related Career Paths

Career Title Starting Salary Growth Rate Skill Match Mapping
$53,848+14.7%
0%
primary100% confidence
$40,200+7.1%
0%
primary100% confidence

Salary Progression

Starting Salary

$50,483

Peak Salary

$84,138

Total Growth

+67%

Skills You'll Gain

Skills Covered in Program (0)

No specific skills data available

Career Readiness Assessment

Technical Skills Alignment

0%

Education Level Match

85%

Note: Career outcomes and salary data are based on national averages and industry projections. Actual results may vary based on location, experience, and individual circumstances.

Is This Career Right for You?

Interest Profile (Holland Codes)

C
Conventional
I
Investigative
S
Social

organizing, systematizing, and working with data; research, analysis, and problem-solving; helping and working with people

What does this mean? ▼

This career is best suited for people who enjoy:

  • Organization
  • Data management
  • Conducting research
  • Solving complex problems
  • Helping others
  • Teaching

Ideal Candidate Profile

👤 Personality Traits

Organized
Detail-oriented
Analytical
Curious
Empathetic
Patient

💡 Interests

Organization
Data management
Conducting research
Solving complex problems
Helping others
Teaching

Work Values

Helping others
Knowledge
Accuracy

Ask Yourself These Questions

1

Do you enjoy organizing, systematizing, and working with data; research, analysis, and problem-solving; helping and working with people?

2

Do you value helping others?

3

Are you willing to develop the technical skills required for this field?

This Career May Be Great For You If:

  • Analytical thinkers who enjoy problem-solving
  • People-oriented individuals who enjoy helping others
  • Detail-oriented individuals who value organization

Consider These Challenges:

  • Those who prefer routine tasks
  • Those who prefer working independently
  • Those who dislike repetitive tasks
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Note: This assessment is based on typical requirements and characteristics for careers in this field. Individual experiences may vary. Consider your own interests, values, and goals when making career decisions.

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