Medical Billing & Coding Specialist
Certification by National Health Association
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Course Contents
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Description
Launch Your Career in Medical Billing and Coding
Start your journey toward a rewarding career in healthcare with our Medical Billing and Coding course—a vital complement to any Medical Assistant path. This 100% online, self-paced program is designed to prepare students for one of the most in-demand, administrative specialties in healthcare today.
Whether you’re starting fresh or adding specialized skills to your Medical Assistant training, this course offers the flexibility and depth you need to succeed.
What You’ll Learn
You’ll gain a solid understanding of industry-standard billing and coding practices, including:
- ICD-10 (International Classification of Diseases)
- CPT Category II (Current Procedural Terminology)
- HCPCS Level II (Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System)
Hands-on experience is built in through practice with real-world billing and coding, ensuring you’re job-ready upon completion.
Program Features
- 100% Online & Self-Paced – Learn on your schedule.
- Certification Exam Voucher – Included with your program.
- Externship Starter Kit – Gain valuable real-world experience.
- Standalone Billing Option – Available if you’re not pursuing coding.
Certification Options
Upon completion of the course, you’ll receive a certification exam voucher to pursue the credential that best aligns with your career goals:
- Certified Professional Coder (CPC) – Ideal for physician-based coding
- Certified Coding Associate (CCA) – Recognized across a variety of healthcare settings
- Certified Billing and Coding Specialist (CBCS) – Focuses on physician practice billing and coding, including ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS Level II
These certifications are highly respected and boost your professional credibility and job prospects.
Why Choose a Career in Medical Billing & Coding
- Average salary of $40,350/year, with strong job growth.
- Work in diverse settings: hospitals, clinics, physician offices.
- Flexible work options, including remote positions.
- High demand across the healthcare industry.
Enroll Today & Advance Your Healthcare Career
Don’t wait to build the future you want.
Whether you’re starting your journey or expanding your skill set, our Medical Billing and Coding course gives you the tools to succeed.
Whether you’re starting your journey or expanding your skill set, our Medical Billing and Coding course gives you the tools to succeed.
Course Contents
- Role of a medical biller in the health care industry.
- Introduction to Medical Terminology.
- Introduction to body systems and common abbreviations
- Introduction to Health Insurance and Managed Health Care.
- Life Cycle of an Insurance Claim.
- Legal and regulatory considerations.
- ICD-10-CM coding.
- CPT and HCPCS coding system.
- Introduction to the basic computer.
- Understanding medisoft.
- HCFA common procedure coding system (HCPCS).
- Filing commercial claims.
- Blue Cross and Blue Shield plans.
- Medicare and Medic aid.
- Workers Compensation.
- Case studies and coding exercises.
Course Duration
- Total Clock Hours: 300
- Calendar Length of program: 15 weeks
- Certification: Certificate of Completion
- Credential: National Health Care Association
Prerequisites
- Minimum Age Requirement: You must be 18 years or older to enroll in this course.
- No prior medical or coding experience required – the course is beginner-friendly and designed for anyone looking to start a healthcare career.
$4000
- Duration: 15 Weeks
- Total Hours: 300 Hours
- Certification: Certificate of Completion
- Pre-requisites for Admission: GED/High school diploma