Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder at Northampton County Area Community College in Bethlehem, PA
Total Graduates
39
Class of 2024
Male Graduates
5%
2 of 39
Female Graduates
95%
37 of 39
Annual Tuition & Fees
$10,980
In-state, incl. fees
Program Overview
Program Details
Recent Outcomes
Verified Program Outcomes
Completion and employment results reported to the U.S. Department of Labor for Northampton County Area Community College programs on the state Eligible Training Provider List. Missing values ("—") mean the state suppressed or did not report that metric — they never mean zero.
| Program | Completion rate | Employed 6 mo after exit | Employed 1 yr after exit | Median quarterly earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health Care Office Coordinator Associate in Applied Science | 56% | 5% | — | $4,977 |
| Health Care Billing and Coding Specialized Diploma | 80% | — | — | — |
In the Health Care Office Coordinator Associate in Applied Science program at Northampton County Area Community College, 5% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 56% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $4,977 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Health Care Billing and Coding Specialized Diploma program at Northampton County Area Community College, 80% completed the program (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
Source: U.S. Department of Labor, WIOA participant outcomes (trainingproviderresults.gov), PY 2023.
License Requirements for Health Information Technologists and Medical Registrars in Pennsylvania
Working in this field in Pennsylvania may require a state license, depending on the role and how you practice. Check the requirements below before enrolling — license rules shape how much schooling and on-the-job experience you'll need.
- Department of State · Third-party exam required · Experience
- Department of State · Third-party exam required · No experience
Source: CareerOneStop License Finder, U.S. Department of Labor. License requirements change — always verify with the issuing agency before enrolling in a program.
Career Outcomes for Graduates
Primary Career Path
Average Starting Salary
$67,310
10-Year Job Growth
+14.7%
Career Readiness Score
Related Career Paths
| Career Title | Starting Salary | Growth Rate | Skill Match | Mapping |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $53,848 | +14.7% | 0%
| primary100% confidence
| |
Medical Records Specialists
SOC: 29-2072 | $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
Education Level Match
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.
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