Medical Billing and Coding (Voucher Included) (GES1014)

Instructional Program (CIP)

Description

Whether you are just starting work or transitioning from a different field, there has never been a better time to enter a career in medical billing and coding. More than one million practicing physicians in the U.S. rely on medical billers and coders to receive payment for their services. Medical billing and coding positions are in-demand within medical facilities, health insurance companies, specialty pharmacies, medical suppliers, consulting firms, and national medical coding and billing companies. With the right medical billing and coding training, the opportunities are nearly endless!

Our Medical Billing and Coding course will prepare you for success as you learn about legal, ethical, and regulatory concepts central to this field, including HIPAA compliance, official coding guidelines, and third-party payer requirements. You will come to understand all phases of the revenue cycle—from patient registration through medical coding, claims submission, reimbursement, and collections.

This comprehensive medical terminology course introduces key concepts of medical language and human anatomy, emphasizing the interconnectedness of body systems in health and disease. The curriculum covers topics such as the musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, respiratory, nervous, and immune systems, along with mental health and special senses, with exams at the midterm and final stages. Students with prior knowledge can optionally test out by achieving a minimum score of 80%, replacing course content if desired. It is important to understand that this course feature only applies to the online Medical Terminology course, the standalone course, or advanced career training course bundles that include Medical Terminology.

After successfully completing the Medical Billing and Coding course requirements, you should be well prepared to find your place in this rewarding healthcare career. According to the AAPC 2023 Salary Survey results, certified medical records specialists earn 15% more than their non-certified colleagues. You will get to choose a voucher for the professional medical billing and coding certification exam that best aligns with your interests and career goals:

This course prepares you to sit for three medical billing and coding certifications. You can select which one is right for you after successfully completing your course:

Certified Professional Coder (CPC) exam offered by the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC)

AAPC's CPC certification is the gold standard in medical coding and represents world-class expertise that is highly sought and well-compensated by medical organizations across the country. Once the CPC designation is achieved, your AAPC Membership (included) is required to be renewed annually and 36 Continuing Education Units (CEU's) must be submitted every two years for verification and authentication of expertise.

Certified Coding Associate (CCA) exam offered by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA)

The CCA is an entry-level certification provided through the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA). It indicates proficiency in medical coding in hospital and office settings.

Certified Billing and Coding Specialist (CBCS) exam offered by the National Healthcareer Association (NHA)

With the CBCS credential you'll gain billing and coding skills that are essential to various medical facilities and will prove to prospective employers that you have what it takes to work with patient information, prevent fraud and abuse, support coding and billing practices, submit claims, and help healthcare providers gain maximum reimbursement for services.

Funding Disclaimer: For Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) funded students, please consult with your funding source representative before taking advantage of this course's test-out feature. Different funding programs may have specific requirements and/or restrictions. If you attempt the test-out feature(s) in the Medical Terminology course without getting approval, your funding benefits may be jeopardized.

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