NCHCPCS071 — Medical Coding Specialist Cert
Prerequisite: Must complete Medical Administration in Billing and Coding Introduction, Medical Administrative Assistant, Electronic Health Records Specialist and Medical Billing Specialist. The Medical Billing and Coding 50 hour course is a job training program for those who are seeking employment in the Medical Administration Billing and Coding field. Students will gain an understanding of the important link between the provisions of healthcare and reimbursement for services. The multi-step billing process and medical coding procedures are the foundation of the program. Students will also learn healthcare law and ethics, medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, and the various software programs commonly used in the medical arena. Prepare for employment in hospitals, physician offices, billing facilities, and other related businesses while learning the steps necessary to become a Certified Inpatient Coder CIC, a Certified Professional Coder CPC, a Certified Professional Biller CPB, or Certified Coding Specialist CCS. Upon successful completion, you are eligible to receive a Billing, Coder or Billing and Coding Certificate.