Description
Admission Requirements:
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent assessment (TABE).
- Valid photo ID and Social Security card.
- Typing proficiency (35 WPM, minimum 50% typing assessment score).
- Pass a criminal background check and drug screening.
- Evidence of Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA) certification or 6 months of professional experience in a medical field.
Career Outcomes:
Certified graduates can pursue careers in:
- Hospitals and clinics
- Insurance companies
- Medical billing
Key Objectives:
- Master medical coding standards and insurance billing processes.
- Navigate electronic health records and medical software.
- Comprehend healthcare laws, including HIPAA and HITECH.
Program Curriculum:
Introduction to Medical Billing and Coding (5/0/5)
Explore career opportunities and qualifications for billing and coding specialists.
Healthcare Law (10/0/10)
Covers HIPAA regulations, fraud prevention, and healthcare compliance laws.
Introduction to Health Insurance Terms (5/0/5)
Learn essential insurance and reimbursement terminology.
Pharmacology for Coders (15/5/20)
Covers drug classifications, therapeutic uses, and medication administration.
ICD-10-CM Coding (32/8/40)
Comprehensive training in ICD-10-CM coding guidelines and conventions.
CPT and HCPCS Level II Coding (32/8/40)
Learn procedure coding systems and reimbursement methodologies.
Abstracting Information from Medical Documents (15/5/20)
Practical training in coding SOAP notes, consultations, and procedural reports.
New Patients, Insurance Claims, and EOBs (9/1/10)
Introduction to electronic and paper claims, insurance policies, and collections.
Submitting Electronic Claims and CMS-1500 (9/1/10)
Learn electronic data interchange (EDI) and claim submission procedures.
Blue Cross/Blue Shield Claims (17/3/20)
Detailed training on Blue Cross/Blue Shield billing and reimbursement practices.
Medicare and Other Healthcare Programs (34/6/40)
Explore billing processes for Medicare, Medicaid, TRICARE, and workers’ compensation.
ICD-10-PCS Coding (32/8/40)
Training on procedure coding systems and their applications in healthcare billing.
Survey of Hospital Billing (17/3/20)
Understand hospital revenue cycles, charge masters, and prospective payment systems.
Medical Terminology and Body Systems (28/42/70)
Comprehensive anatomy and medical terminology for accurate coding.