Professional Development
Medical Coding and Billing Professional
What does a Medical Coding and Billing Professional do?
A professional medical coding and billing professional operates in two different capacities. They work by both assigning medical codes and processing healthcare insurance claims. By being able to fill both roles, medical coding and billing professionals are highly sought after.
Where Can You Work?
Medical coding and billing specialists can work in a variety of different healthcare settings. They can work in an insurance office or in doctors’ offices, hospitals, and other healthcare facilities.
Length
28 Weeks
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- Web browser with internet connection
- Course registration & payment
Training Materials Provided
- Expert-led video based training
- eBook: Medical Insurance, A Revenue Process Approach
- Textbook: CPC Bundle (Text and Coding Resources)
- Textbook: Buck’s Step-by-Step Medical Coding
- Competency assessments
- National Certification exam fees (MCBC, and option of CPC-A exam or CCS-P exam)
Cost
$4,000
Medical Coding and Billing Professional
Healthcare employment is projected to grow by 13% from 2021 to 2031, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. This means that over the next decade there will be nearly 2 million new positions available for those interested in healthcare.
Upon completion of this training, you’ll be able to:
- Accurately locate documentation in the patient record to support coding and billing processes
- Submit claims for reimbursement based on payer policies and procedures
- Review patient records and assign numerical codes for each diagnosis and procedure
- Specialize in physician-based settings such as physician offices, group practices, multi-specialty clinics or specialty centers
- Provide practical application of coding operative reports and evaluation and management services
Courses - 28 Weeks
- Professionalism in Allied Health
- Introduction to Human Anatomy and Medical Terminology
- Insurance and Billing, and Coding Essentials
- Medical Coding
Program Preview
Medical Coding and Billing Professional Job Possibilities
Medical Biller
$28,000 – $56,000
ESTIMATED SALARY
Professional Medical Coder
$28,000 – $56,000
ESTIMATED SALARY
Medical Insurance Specialist
$28,000 – $56,000
ESTIMATED SALARY
Certification Information
Upon completing your training, you’ll be able to take each of the following exams*: the Certified Professional Coder (CPC-A) through the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) and the Certified Coding Specialist – Physician-based through the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) and the Medical Coder & Biller Certification by the American Medical Certification Association (AMCA).
Certified Professional Coder
The Certified Professional Coder certification by the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) showcases your knowledge and understanding of medical coding.
Certified Coding Specialist – Physician-based
The Certified Coding Specialist – Physician-based certification through the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) is a nationally recognized certification that showcases a person’s ability to become a physician-based coding specialist.
Medical Coder & Biller Certification
The Medical Coder & Biller Certification by the American Medical Certification Association (AMCA) showcases your knowledge and understanding of medical coding and billing.
Issuing Authority
*You will have the ability to retake one exam one time from the certifying body of your choice.
Payment Options
Pay in full using any major credit card, PayPal, or Venmo. Select “credit card” as your payment option.
Apply for PayPal Credit and pay zero interest if your balance is paid in full within 6-months. Complete a quick application and you’ll receive a credit decision within seconds.
Program Comparison
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Emerge Education
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Community College
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Program & Tuition Cost
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$4,000 average
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Up to $20,000
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Exam Fees, Books & Materials
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Included
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Up to $750
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Job Ready In
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3–6 months
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24–48 months
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Schedule Flexibility
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On-demand 24/7
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Set class schedule
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Travel Requirements
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None: 100% online
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On-campus classrooms
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Student Support
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Personal Advisors: text, call and email access
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Professors: scheduled office hours
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Career Coaching
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Exam-tailor + soft-skill training to build well-rounded careers
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Exam-based + prerequisites and electives to meet credit
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Content Delivery
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3D animations, immersive environments, interactive activities, game-based learning
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Professor lectures
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Meet Your Training Specialist
Lauren Holubec is your Training Specialist. She is here to help you understand the program, payment options and succeed! Get in touch with Lauren to learn more about the program and how to achieve your career goals. If you are a manager interested in group enrollment, please contact Lauren directly so she can assist you with the enrollment process.
FAQ
You will complete the courses in this program over 28 weeks, making students job-ready in 7 months. The program is flexible, allowing for assignments to be completed anytime, from anywhere, 24/7.
No, these courses do not count for college credit
Yes, our program is fully online and asynchronous.
