About
Valley Medical Institute’s Medical Billing & Coding Specialist program in Bridgeport, Connecticut, prepares students for administrative healthcare roles as medical billers and coders. Coursework covers medical terminology, diagnostic and procedure coding, medical documentation, insurance programs, billing, claims, reimbursement, and keyboarding. The program includes a clinical externship completed online using a patient database. Classes are offered during the day or evening on weekdays, with a primary four-week daytime pathway and a longer evening option. Admission requires applicants to be at least 17 years old, hold a high school diploma or GED or pass the institute’s entrance exam, and demonstrate English proficiency.
Organization
Valley Medical Institute
Valley Medical Institute
Valley Medical Institute, headquartered in Trumbull, Connecticut, US, is a wellness and fitness services provider focused on medical and dental career training. It offers programs such as Certified Nurse’s Aide and Dental Assistant, along with refresher courses. The institute employs a unique teaching approach that blends classroom learning with practical hands-on experience and role-playing of real-life scenarios, including externships, to enhance students' earning potential and prepare them for multi-skilled careers. They also accommodate students' schedules by offering flexible course times.
Highlights:
- Offers a unique blend of classroom learning and real work experience with externships
- Focuses on enhancing earning potential through practical training
- Provides flexible scheduling to accommodate students' real-life commitments
- Emphasizes hands-on training and practical experience in its phlebotomy program
- Curriculum includes in-depth knowledge of human anatomy, particularly the circulatory system