8790102 - Medical Billing Specialist - Online Self-Paced
Course Description
Entering into medical billing and coding online training is a great opportunity for someone with a knack for data entry and a detail-oriented personality. Our Medical Billing and Coding online courses – Human Anatomy & Medical Terminology and Insurance, Billing and Coding Essentials, create a comprehensive 14-week program.
Insurance and Billing, and Coding Essentials will immerse you in the world of medical billing and prepare you with the knowledge of diagnosis coding, procedure coding, reimbursement processes, and understanding insurance companies.
After completion of our medical billing and coding online courses, you’ll be prepared to take the Medical Coder & Biller Certification (MCBC) exam, authorized through the American Medical Certification Association (AMCA)*.
There are many career options once you’ve earned the Medical Billing certification, including a medical billing specialist, healthcare insurance specialist, medical reimbursement specialist, professional medical biller, medical billing coordinator, and more.
Course Outline
- Professionalism in Allied Health
- Introduction to Human Anatomy and Medical Terminology
- Insurance and Billing, and Coding Essentials
Learner Outcomes
- Recognize ICD-10-CM, CPT, HCPCS and modifiers and how to utilize them for billing
- Accurately complete and submit health insurance claims for reimbursement
- Comprehend payment adjudication, various claim statuses and the resubmission process
- Audit medical billing and prevent fraud and abuse assigning diagnostic and procedure codes and how to submit 'clean' claims for reimbursement
- Demonstrate an understanding of the soft skill expectations of an allied healthcare professional
Notes
MATERIALS INCLUDED
- Expert-led video based training
- Competency assessments
- National Certification exam fee
- eBook: Medical Insurance, A Revenue Cycle Process Approach
Prerequisites
- High School Diploma or GED
- Web browser with internet connection