In just 38 weeks we can train you for a higher paid career as Medical Billing and Coding Specialist
What medical Coding & Billing Specialists do?
Technicians who specialize in coding are called health information coders, medical record coders, coder/abstractors, or coding specialists. These technicians assign a code to each diagnosis and procedure, relying on their knowledge of disease processes. Technicians then use classification systems software to assign the patient to one of several hundred “diagnosis-related groups,” or DRGs. The DRG determines the amount for which the hospital will be reimbursed if the patient is covered by Medicare or other insurance programs using the DRG system. In addition to the DRG system, coders use other coding systems, such as those required for ambulatory settings, physician offices, or long-term care.
In your position as an Insurance Coding & Billing Specialist, you play an integral role in your employer's office. You help make it possible for your employer to collect monetary reimbursements from patient insurance providers. You will assess patient records and classify levels of claims for reimbursement using detailed healthcare coding systems. Your work is essential to the success of your employer's medical business.
How long will it take me to complete this training?
This program can be completed in thirty eight (38) weeks and consists of thirty (30) weeks of theory and lab and two (8) weeks of Clinical Externship. Classes meet Monday-Friday 9 AM – 1 PM or 6 PM -10 PM.
What are your admissions Requirements?
All applicants who wish to enter this program must have a high school diploma or an equivalent (GED)
What skills will I learn?
Medical terminology
OSHA training
Insurance guidelines, coding and billing
Classify diagnoses and procedures
Universal healthcare coding systems
(eg. ICD-9, CMS)
Medical software applications
Keyboarding and 10 Key
Microsoft Word and Excel
Analyze medical records
Where can I work?
Hospitals
Insurance offices
Physician's offices
Managed care organizations
Other healthcare facilities
Can I find work after my Training?
"Absolutely." According to the department of labor, employment of medical records and health information technicians is expected to increase by 18 percent through 2016—faster than the average for all occupations—because of rapid growth in the number of medical tests, treatments, and procedures that will be increasingly scrutinized by health insurance companies, regulators, courts, and consumers. Also, technicians will be needed to enter patient information into computer databases to comply with Federal legislation mandating the use of electronic medical records.
How much this program cost?
We know this is a very important question for most of you. However, our program costs may change slightly with each new session; because of this we are unable to provide cost information on this brochure. We would like to discuss our current program costs with you personally. Please give us a call anytime or ask to your admission advisors.
Will I receive any special certificates or qualifications?
Florida Educational Institute Diploma
Upon completing the program, you are able to apply for certification as:
Certified Billing & Coding Specialist (CBCS) by (NHA)
You will receive your CPR Certification
What medical Coding & Billing Specialists do?
