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Online Medical Billing and Coding Certification Prep

Become a Certified Medical Billing and Coding Specialist

This 100% online medical billing and coding course prepares you for success by teaching legal, ethical, and regulatory concepts, HIPAA compliance, medical coding guidelines, and insurance billing procedures. Students may choose a certification voucher for the CPC, CCA, or CBCS credential that best aligns with their career goals.

Upon successful completion, you'll earn a Certificate of Completion and be prepared to sit for your selected certification exam.

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Job Outlook for Medical Billing and Coding Specialists

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the average annual salary of medical billing and coding specialists is $47,180 (as of May 2022). Jobs for these professionals will likely increase by 8% through 2032, much faster than the average for all other professions (3%).

The BLS also estimates that at least 15,000 new jobs for medical billers and coders are expected annually, on average, over the decade.

Medical Billing and Coding FAQs

Medical billers and coders are responsible for processing patient data including medical records and related insurance. In this position, you will code a patient's diagnosis and then request payment from the patient's insurance company. You will play an important role in ensuring that healthcare providers are quickly and accurately paid for the treatment they give patients.

Yes. Medical coders translate patient care into current procedural terminology (CPT) codes. Their primary responsibility is to ensure that the medical services provided are accurately coded. Medical billers are responsible for creating a claim based on the codes a medical coder provides. Many professionals in this area have both medical billing and medical coding skills.

Entry-level positions typically require completion of a certificate and passing one of the certification exams or an associate degree program in medical billing and coding. Additionally, medical billing and coding professionals must understand the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).

Obtaining a CPC, CCA, or CBCS certification implies that an individual has met competencies in medical billing and coding. Students have an opportunity to make confident, informed decisions about the national certification they prefer. The Certified Professional Coder (CPC) exam is offered by the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC). It is the gold standard entry-level coding certification for physician, or professional fee, coders. The Certified Coding Associate (CCA) is offered by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA). It is an entry-level medical coding certification across all settings--physician practices and inpatient hospital. The Certified Billing and Coding Specialist (CBCS) is offered by the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) and is currently an entry-level medical billing certification for physician practices. In the summer of 2021, the exam will transition to an entry-level billing and coding certification, with the inclusion of ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS Level II testing.

U.S. News & World Report ranked medical records technician (professionals that perform medical billing, medical coding or both) in the top 5 on its list of “25 Best Jobs that Don’t Require a College Degree," #12 in “Best Health Care Support Jobs” and on the “The 100 Best Jobs” list.

Course Objectives

  • Medical billing and coding fundamentals
  • Medical terminology
  • Anatomy and physiology
  • Common disorders and medical procedures
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Legal and ethical healthcare standards
  • Insurance claim guidelines
  • ICD-10-CM coding
  • ICD-10-PCS coding
  • CPT coding
  • HCPCS Level II coding
  • Diagnosis and procedure coding

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Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites required to enroll in this course.

Instructors

Nancy Smith

Nancy Smith has more than 30 years of healthcare experience, including work as a medical assistant, medical coder, insurance claims specialist, and medical records auditor. She also develops and teaches medical assistant programs.

LaTisha Cottingham

LaTisha Cottingham has more than 20 years of healthcare experience and has taught medical billing, coding, and medical assisting. She currently serves as an HIM Analyst for a long-term care organization.

Registration & Enrollment

This course is 100% online and can be started at any time.

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