Medical Billing and Coding + Medical Terminology

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Program Overview
This nationally recognized Medical Billing and Coding + Medical Terminology online certificate program is designed to prepare you for a job as a Medical Billing Specialist, Medical Coder, and/or Medical Office Manager.

The medical industry is experiencing a tremendous demand for individuals with knowledge of medical office operations, which includes diagnostic and procedural coding and insurance forms processing. According to the American Medical Association, there are more than 1.2 million Medical Billers and Coders in the United States. This profession is listed as one of the fastest growing professions in allied health.

The Medical Terminology portion of the program introduces elements of medical terminology, such as the etymology of words used to describe the human body. You’ll learn to apply proper terminology and spelling for major pathological conditions.

Upon successful completion of the Medical Billing and Coding + Medical Terminology program, you’ll be prepared for an ntry-level position doing medical billing or coding in a medical office setting and will be eligible to register for, prepare for, and take the National Healthcareer Association (NHA)'s Certified Medical Biller and Coder (CMBC) certification exam.

Upon successful completion of this program, you’ll be able to:

• Display a working knowledge of medical terminology
• Understand the differences among commercial, HMO/PPO, federal and state insurance plans, including eligibility and coverage, preauthorization, certification, and referrals, as well as reimbursement methodologies
• Explain the legal and ethical responsibilities of an administrative medical specialist, including the HIPAA mandates, the rules for maintaining privacy of medical records and protected health information, and the types of consents and disclosures that are required in a medical office environment
• Perform tasks associated with billing and reimbursement, including insurance and patient billing, payment processing, and claims review, correction, and appeals.
• Perform traditional business office tasks for accounts receivable, accounts payable, and bookkeeping maintenance
• Demonstrate proficiency in diagnostic and procedural coding using the ICD-9, CPT, and HCPCS coding manuals
• Be prepared to take advanced education courses, including advanced coding, healthcare administration, and health information management