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Medical Coding and Billing Program

Quick Overview

Dive into the world of medical coding and billing with our comprehensive training. This 4-6 month course covers everything from understanding specialized medical terminologies to applying basic claims processes for insurance reimbursements. You'll decode patient diagnoses, request payments from insurance companies, and solve billing and coding issues like a pro.

Key Learning Outcomes

  • Apply critical thinking to medical terminologies, insurance, and regulatory systems
  • Use computer skills for preparing documents around billing, coding, and healthcare needs
  • Grasp disorders and medical procedures common to each body system
  • Get comfortable with legal, ethical, and regulatory concepts in the field
  • Understand coding instructions: ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, CPT, and HCPCS Level II

Where Can This Take You?

You could find yourself in a range of roles such as an Insurance Billing Clerk, Medical Biller and Collections, or a Billing Clerk. According to the BLS, there's a growing demand in this profession, with an average salary of approximately $40,350 per year.

Organization

Global Career Institute

GCI is a nonprofit organization dedicated to giving you affordable online career training programs with more flexibility for working students and those with families —students who can only study during certain hours. Moreover, online programs allow students who live farther away from colleges to attend school without wasting time commuting. Self-paced study and more frequent start dates mean you can often finish faster — or take your time if necessary.

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Location

13988 Diplomat Drive, Farmers Branch, TX 75234

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