Online Medical Billing and Coding Certification Training
Become a Certified Medical Billing and Coding Specialist
Prepare to pursue opportunities in the healthcare field with this flexible online medical billing and coding training. You will develop your knowledge of medical terminology, health insurance and reimbursement, healthcare regulations, and the coding processes used to support accurate records and claims.
This online program covers ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, CPT, and HCPCS Level II coding, along with HIPAA compliance and key healthcare revenue cycle concepts.
You can select a voucher for the Certified Professional Coder (CPC), Certified Coding Associate (CCA), or Certified Billing and Coding Specialist (CBCS) certification exam after you complete this medical billing and coding course.
Career Outlook for Medical Billing and Coding Professionals
Healthcare organizations depend on accurate patient information to document services, manage records, process claims, and support reimbursement. Medical records specialists provide the knowledge and attention to detail needed to help manage these processes.
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) projects employment of medical records specialists to grow 8% nationally through 2035, much faster than the 3% average for all occupations. Approximately 14,000 openings are projected each year, on average, over the decade. The median annual salary for medical billers, also referred to as medical records specialists on the BLS, was $51,140.
Certification, experience, and specialization can influence earning potential. According to AAPC's recent Salary Survey, noncertified respondents reported average annual earnings of $61,022, while certified respondents averaged $66,186—an 8.5% difference.
Training Information
- Understand medical coding terminology, including the structures and functions of the human body
- Identify disorders and medical procedures common to each body system
- Understand legal, ethical, and regulatory concepts, including HIPAA compliance and third-party guidelines for filing insurance claims
- Learn the main coding systems, including ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, CPT, and HCPCS Level II
- Review how to code diagnoses, services, and procedures for all systems of the body
- Develop foundational knowledge of medical billing, coding, and medical terminology
- Understand word parts and the structures and functions of the human body
- Prepare for the CPC, CCA, or CBCS certification exam
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There are no prerequisites to take this course. Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent to sit for national certification exams. For this reason, it is recommended that you meet this requirement before enrolling.
Upon successful course completion, you can select a voucher for the Certified Professional Coder (CPC) exam offered by AAPC, the Certified Coding Associate (CCA) exam offered by AHIMA, or the Certified Billing and Coding Specialist (CBCS) exam offered by NHA.
Online certification exams offered by AAPC and NHA are available only to candidates located in the U.S. AHIMA offers its certification exam in person in the U.S. and internationally.
This course prepares you to pursue one of three certification pathways: the CPC credential from AAPC, the CCA credential from AHIMA, or the CBCS credential from NHA.
The CPC focuses on professional medical coding, the CCA demonstrates foundational coding competency across healthcare settings, and the CBCS validates knowledge of medical billing and coding. These options allow you to pursue the certification that most closely aligns with your professional goals.
If you choose the CPC pathway, the course also includes access to AAPC's Practicode Practicum, which provides hands-on coding practice and can help fulfill experience requirements associated with the CPC-A apprentice designation.
- Nancy Smith
Nancy Smith has over 30 years of experience in the healthcare industry. Her clinical experience includes working as a medical assistant for a network of rural health clinics, and as a medical coder, insurance claims specialist, and medical records auditor. Nancy holds a bachelor's degree in vocational education and has developed and taught medical assistant programs. - LaTisha Cottingham
LaTisha Cottingham has over 20 years of experience in the healthcare industry. She has six years of teaching experience in the field of medical billing and coding and Medical Assisting. Currently she is employed as an HIM Analyst for a long-term care establishment that is based out of Alabama. - Carline Dalgleish
Carline Dalgleish has worked in medical office administration for over 30 years. She holds a bachelor's degree in Business Information Systems, a master's degree in Leadership, and a post-baccalaureate certificate in Health Information Management. She is a Registered Health Information Administrator and an AHIMA Approved ICD-10-CM/PCS Trainer. Dalgleish is the author of an ICD-10 coding system and owns her own consulting firm. - Lydia S. Stewart
Lydia S. Stewart, RN, BSN, currently serves as the Revenue Cycle Manager at a large regional medical center. Lydia has been a Registered Nurse for 23 years, 15 of those years specializing in Critical Care Nursing and supervision. - Bunny Reeves
Bunny Reeves is the senior ambulatory surgery coder at the Maimonides Medical Center in Brooklyn, New York. She trains student coders at Maimonides Medical Center and previously trained and supervised entry-level coders at Staten Island's St. Vincent Medical Center - Sharon L. Blackford
Sharon L. Blackford, MA, BA, RMA, has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. She has a Master's degree in Organizational Management, a Bachelor's degree in Business Management, and has served as a Registered Medical Assistant since 1994. - Stacey O'Brien
Stacey O'Brien has more than 10 years of experience in medical coding and reimbursement. Ms. O'Brien has been a risk adjustment coder for a Medicare advantage plan, audited medical records for a consulting firm, and currently supervises the coding and electronic claims submission process for a group medical practice. She has a bachelor's degree from the University of Pittsburgh and a CPC coding certification from the AAPC. - April Adams
April Adams, M.S., RHIA, CDIP, CPC-I, CPB, CPMA, has worked in the healthcare field since 2011, transitioning from a high school biology and chemistry teacher to a specialist in medical coding and auditing. She focuses on HCC, clinical documentation improvement (CDI), and DRGs and has taught health information management (HIM) courses, including medical terminology, law and ethics, coding, and revenue cycle management since 2018. - Medical Terminology Instructors
Our medical terminology course section is taught by multiple experienced instructors. See here for a full list of these instructors.
Instructor Interaction: The instructor looks forward to interacting with learners in the online moderated discussion area to share their expertise and answer any questions you may have on the course content.
This course is 100% online and self-paced. It includes 370 course hours and provides 12 months for completion. Start anytime.
- What is medical billing and coding? What does a medical biller and coder do?
Medical billing and coding professionals help translate information about patient care into standardized records and claims used throughout the healthcare system. Medical coders review clinical documentation and assign appropriate codes to diagnoses, procedures, and services. Medical billers use coded information to prepare insurance claims and support the reimbursement process.
Depending on the employer and position, professionals may specialize in either billing or coding, or perform responsibilities across both areas. - Where do you work as a medical biller and coder?
Medical billers and coders work in a variety of healthcare and healthcare-related environments. Employment settings may include hospitals, physicians' offices, administrative and support services, and professional, scientific, and technical services.
Opportunities may also exist with healthcare technology companies, government organizations, and educational institutions. - What happens when I complete the course?
After successfully passing the final exam, you will receive a certificate of completion. You will also receive applicable study materials and a voucher for your choice of the Certified Professional Coder (CPC) exam from AAPC, the Certified Coding Associate (CCA) exam from AHIMA, or the Certified Billing and Coding Specialist (CBCS) exam from NHA.
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