About
LA Vocational Institute’s Medical Coding & Billing program in Los Angeles, California, trains students to handle medical claims, insurance plans, federal program regulations, patient documentation, and medical coding. The curriculum covers medical terminology, legal and ethical responsibilities, Current Procedural Terminology coding, International Classification of Diseases coding, Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System coding, insurance regulations, billing management, and health insurance claims. The program is delivered through a 760-hour course with a schedule of 20 hours per week. Upon certification, the Medical Billing and Coding Specialist can work in hospitals, medical offices, pharmaceutical companies, durable medical equipment providers, and work-from-home settings.
At a glance
- Tuition: $75 registration fee
- Leads to: Medical Billing and Coding Specialist
Organization
LA Vocational Institute
LA Vocational Institute is a vocational training institution in Los Angeles, California, focused on healthcare and allied-health careers. Its occupational fields include Electrocardiogram (ECG/EKG), Medical Assistant, Medical Billing and Coding, Pharmacy Technician, and Phlebotomy. The institute also provides training related to massage therapy, physical therapy aide work, and NCLEX-RN preparation. Courses combine academic instruction with practical training developed by experienced professionals. The school identifies an approved testing site for Phlebotomy, Medical Assistance, and EKG, and offers programs serving international students through M-1 visa arrangements. Its facilities include classrooms and therapy equipment used for instruction, with training oriented toward clinical, administrative, laboratory, and patient-support responsibilities.