On Campus
To access the databases from ON campus:
You should not be asked for login credentials if utilizing any of the computers on a Coastal Bend College campus.
Off Campus
To access the databases from OFF campus (this includes Dual Enrollment campuses):
Your login credentials will be as follows:
Username: Your CBC Email (Ex. Imastudent@study.coastalbend.edu)
Password: Your CBC email password (Ex. Your student ID number)
Additional Help
If you are having trouble logging in, or need additional login credentials, please call (361) 592-1615 Ext. 4084 or (361) 354-2737 or email library@coastalbend.edu.
Medical Coding
Medical Records Coding, AAS degree seeking students build upon a core of liberal arts courses to receive foundational knowledge concerning: human anatomy & physiology, pathophysiology, pharmacology, and medical terminology. The student also receives knowledge concerning the health care delivery system in the United States, health care information and its management in the electronic health records [to include its privacy, confidentiality, and security], the reimbursement methodologies used and their related coding systems, especially those used for diagnostic and procedural coding related to billing, research, and quality assurance.
How much will it cost?
In addition to tuition and fees, students will pay a lab fee for courses requiring labs. This fee is based on materials, consumables, and supplies required for the particular lab. Lab fees may vary due to an individual’s ability and materials required by the course labs. Lab fees for particular courses are listed in course syllabi and based on the average student completing the course. Contact program faculty for more information on lab fees.
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