Online Medical Billing and Coding Certification Training
More than one million practicing physicians in the U.S. rely on medical billers and coders to receive payment for their services. Join the rewarding healthcare industry working behind the scenes with a career in medical billing and coding!
Medical Billing and Coding Course Overview
This medical billing and coding training program offers valuable training in medical, legal, ethical, and regulatory concepts central to this field, including HIPAA compliance, official coding guidelines, third-party payer requirements, and much more. You will discover all the phases of the revenue cycle—from patient registration through medical coding, claims submission, reimbursement, and collections.
Start your career in medical billing and coding with a cost-effective education that builds in-demand job skills. You will also be able to choose a voucher for the professional certification that best aligns with your interests and career goals.
What You’ll Learn
- Medical coding terminology is required for medical coding, including the structures and functions of the human body
- The disorders and medical procedures common to each body system, including musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, nervous, endocrine, integumentary, genitourinary, lymphatic, and immune
- Legal, ethical, and regulatory concepts central to the field, including HIPAA compliance and third-party guidelines for filing insurance claims
- The main coding manuals: ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, CPT, and HCPCS Level II
- How to code diagnoses, services, and procedures for all systems of the body
Career Outcomes and Employment Outlook
What is a medical coder? What does a medical coder do?
As a vital part of the healthcare team, medical billers and coders are responsible for processing patient data, including medical records and related insurance. This is a job that requires a high level of attention to detail, and much of your time will be spent organizing statements, reviewing bills, and performing quality control.
Career Paths & Mobility
Medical billing and coding offers a wide range of career paths with strong opportunities for growth and mobility within the healthcare industry. Certified professionals can advance into roles like coding specialist, medical records analyst, health information technician, or billing manager. With experience and additional certification, many also transition into compliance auditing, revenue cycle management, or healthcare consulting.
The demand for skilled medical billers and coders continues to rise, making this a flexible and in-demand career choice with options to work in hospitals, private practices, insurance companies, and even remote positions.
$66,979 MEDIAN SALARY*
According to the AAPC, medical records specialists without certification earn an average of $61,022 per year, while those with certification see higher earnings, averaging $66,979 annually.
Registration and Enrollment
- This course is 100% online and self-paced.
- Start anytime with 12 months to complete.
- Flexible payment plans available.