Train for a fast-growing medical profession with jobs in high demand
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Billing and Coding Specialists are an integral part of the medical field. As a billing and coding specialist, you will be a valuable connector between medical offices and billing agencies. Key responsibilities include converting related medical information into codes, using specialized knowledge, which ensures patients are accurately invoiced for payment. Those who complete a certification have the potential to advance to the top of this career as a valued part of the medical community.
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billing and coding specialist certification course
essential information
program fees
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CBCS Tuition $2,600
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Registration fee: $100
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NHA Exam fee and Coding Manuals required
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Tuition assistance may be available
Class info
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14-week program, 100% online
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Meets virtually 2 days each week
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3 hours each day
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Class size: 12 students
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Space is limited, please register early
why pursue a career in billing and coding
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), medical billing and coding specialists earn an average annual salary of $40,350 and work in one of the fastest growing professions. The BLS also estimates that at least 37,100 new jobs will be needed in this profession by 2030.
about our certificate program
course topics
In the Certified Medical Billing and Coding Specialist program, the skills and topics you will learn include:
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Regulatory Compliance
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HIPAA
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Releasing Patient Information
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Informed & Implied Consent
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Use & Disclosure
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Fraud & Abuse
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Major Laws & Regulations
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Claims Processing
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Claim Transmission Errors
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Resubmission Methods
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Service & Diagnosis Codes
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Modifiers & Procedural Codes
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Insurance Fundamentals
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PPO & HMO
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Verifying Insurance Eligibility
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Preauthorization, Precertification & Predetermination
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Payment Adjudication
start dates
Online Night Program
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June 3 - September 25, 2024
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Meets virtually every Monday/Wednesday at 5:30-8:30 pm Central Time
Summer 2024
Fall 2024
Online Night Program
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October 8, 2024 - February 4, 2025
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Meets virtually every Monday/Wednesday at 5:30-8:30 pm Central Time
Rolling Admission
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Additional start dates will be added if enrollment permits
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Please apply online and the Program Director will contact you directly
How to Apply
The application and enrollment process for our Billing and Coding Certificate Program must be completed at least 30 days prior to requested program start date.
Apply on our Website
Schedule an Advising Meeting
Present Required Documents
Begin Class
Required documents for our Billing and Coding Certificate Program are:
Photo ID
Social Security Card
Birth Certificate