Medical Billing and Coding
Certificate of Proficiency in Medical Billing and Coding is a 45-credit-hour program that prepares students for entry-level positions as Medical Billing Specialists, Medical Coders, Claims Examiners, Healthcare Reimbursement Specialists and Health Insurance Specialists. Students will learn Diagnosis and Procedure coding standards and processes and will prepare for the American Health Information Management Association, CCS (Certified Coding Specialist) and CCA (Certified Coding Associate) certifications and the HRS (Healthcare Reimbursement Specialist) credential offered by the National Electronic Billers Alliance (NEBA). The certificate program complies with the American Health Information Management Association's Coding Education Curriculum Guidelines and provides students the foundation to pursue additional study in Health Information Technology.
