Entry-level positions typically require completion of a certificate or an associate's degree program in medical billing and coding. These programs introduce students to commonly used classification systems, such as ICD-9, CPT, DSM-IV and HCPCS.

• Required Education: Certificate or associate's degree
• Certification: Voluntary, but may be preferred by employers

To pursue Medical coding, the individual must have a bachelor’s degree or master’s degree, preferably from life science background. One must also have the analytical ability to read and analyse medical records and patient details by using the right codes for the billing procedure.