Medical Coding and Billing Professional
Master Medical Coding and Billing for a Detail-Oriented Career in Healthcare
Program Overview
Are you detail-oriented and passionate about a career in healthcare? College of Western Idaho (CWI), in partnership with CareerStep, offer you the Medical Coding and Billing Professional program, tailored to your aspirations. This online, self-paced program provides an opportunity to step into a vital area of healthcare management. You will learn from industry experts about medical terminology, coding systems, and billing practices and develop skills crucial in managing healthcare information and ensuring accuracy in patient data.
This program is not just about learning; it is about preparing you to make a meaningful impact in healthcare settings. Mastering these skills, you will be ready to excel in a field that values precision and meticulousness. Upon completion, you will receive one free voucher to sit for the Certified Professional Coder (CPC) exam through the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC). Your training also includes AAPC membership and a voucher for the AAPC Practicode course.
Learning Opportunities
- Medical Terminology & Anatomy: Understand medical terms and body systems for accurate medical coding.
- Coding Systems: Learn the details of ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS codes to maintain compliance and accuracy in healthcare documentation.
- Healthcare Reimbursement: Grasp the complexities of insurance plans and healthcare reimbursement methods, making you a key contributor in healthcare finance.
- Billing Software Proficiency: Become adept in using medical billing software, an essential tool for modern healthcare professionals.
- Certification Exam Preparation: Prepare for industry-recognized certification exams, setting your path to become a certified coding and billing specialist.
Area of Study
Minimum age requirement to start this program is 18.
Degrees & Certificates
Certificate of Completion
Cost: $3,699
Program Cost
Beyond the course fee of $3,699, students in the Medical Coding and Billing Professional program should anticipate additional expenses including:
- AAPC membership – $160
- Certification exam – $300
Costs are estimated and may vary. Course fees and additional expenses are subject to change without notice.
Career Opportunities
Medical Records Specialists
Compile, process, and maintain medical records of hospital and clinic patients in a manner consistent with medical, administrative, ethical, legal, and regulatory requirements of the healthcare system. Classify medical and healthcare concepts, including diagnosis, procedures, medical services, and equipment, into the healthcare industry’s numerical coding system. Includes medical coders.
145
Annual Openings*
$23.87
Hourly Median Wage*
$49,650
Annual Median Salary
22.99%
Growth (2021 – 2031)*
Health Information Technologists and Medical Registrars
Apply knowledge of healthcare and information systems to assist in the design, development, and continued modification and analysis of computerized healthcare systems. Abstract, collect, and analyze treatment and followup information of patients. May educate staff and assist in problem solving to promote the implementation of the healthcare information system. May design, develop, test, and implement databases with complete history, diagnosis, treatment, and health status to help monitor diseases.
46
Annual Openings*
$23.92
Hourly Median Wage*
$49,754
Annual Median Salary
86.69%
Growth (2021 – 2031)*
*Data sourced from Lightcast™ (2023), a global leader in labor market analytics, and limited to the state of Idaho. Contact CWI Institutional Research for questions regarding this data. Career pathways may require further education beyond CWI.
Registration
STEP 1
- Review online training details including:
- a program overview and outline
- cost and payment options
- career information
- and more.
STEP 2
- Complete registration and payment through CareerStep.
Financial Information
Payment in full or satisfactory payment arrangements for Workforce Development classes are required at the time of registration. Payment and funding options are available.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Do I need to know medical terms or have taken a medical terminology course before enrolling in the Medical Coding and Billing Professional program?
Students in the Medical Coding and Billing Professional program will highly benefit from solid experience with medical terminology and anatomy and physiology as the course content covers diagnosis, procedures, and a basic overview of the body systems. As such, it is highly recommended students take a medical terminology class or have this experience prior to enrolling in the program.
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