Medical Insurance Coding and Billing
IF THE MEDICAL FIELD HOLDS AN INTEREST FOR YOU -
especially the business side - a diploma in medical insurance coding and billing is tailored for you. Coding and billing specialists play a key role in the financial operation of the medical and healthcare fields, and this program gives you the knowledge and skills necessary to successfully enter the field. The program includes preparation in processing insurance claims in accordance with professional, legal and insurance-industry standards, so when you graduate, you’ll be prepared for entry-level positions, like an insurance coder and biller, billing coordinator, insurance billing specialist or patient service coordinator.
MEDICAL INSURANCE CODING AND BILLING COURSE INFORMATION
A medical insurance coding and billing diploma opens up a world of possibilities. Course topics include:
- Medical Terminology
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Commercial Insurance and Managed Care
- Medicare Reimbursement*
- Billing Administrative Lab*
UPON SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF THE PROGRAM, YOU WILL BE ABLE TO:
- Apply knowledge and skills learned in the program to insurance and billing practices
- Explain insurance benefits to patients and clients
- Prepare and process insurance and billing documentation and forms used by healthcare providers
- Use proper reimbursement practices
- Demonstrate proficiency with ICD-9, CPT and HCPCS coding
- Interpret and understand clinical and laboratory procedures related to all aspects of the healthcare community
