In most cases, you can qualify to become a medical records and health information technician with either a postsecondary certificate or an associate's degree and specialize in hospital- or physician-based billing and coding. Though not mandatory, most employers prefer that employees are certified.

Steps to becoming a medical coder

Step 1: Covering the prerequisites. First thing's first: To become a medical coder, you will need your high school diploma or equivalent. ...

Step 2: Enroll in a medical coding program. ...

Step 3: Graduate. ...

Step 4: Obtain your medical coding certification. ...

Step 5: Find a job.