Gain essential skills and knowledge in medical administration with the International Development Institute's Medical Coding & Billing Specialist program.

Key Learning Objectives:

• Learn to perform administrative tasks using dedicated software.
• Understand patient information management, from assigning chart numbers to managing records related to accidents or illnesses.
• Acquire skills to work with established patient data and delete records when necessary.

Career Prospects:

• Secure roles in diverse healthcare settings including hospitals, doctors' offices, and insurance companies.
• Analyze patient records to ensure the legitimacy of admission, treatment, and stay in healthcare facilities.
• Verify coverage of patient's cost by government agencies or medical insurance companies.
• Establish fee schedules for patients unable to pay the bill immediately, ensuring these schedules are followed until the due amount is paid.
• Hold responsibilities for accurately recording and processing patient data including treatment records, insurance information, bills, and payments.
• Code patient diagnoses and request payments from the insurance company or the individual directly.

Note: The roles of a medical billing and coding specialist may also extend to physical or mental rehabilitation facilities or other healthcare institutions.