Insurance Billing and Coding for the Medical Office
Career Overview
Medical Insurance Claims Coders classify health information to obtain insurance reimbursement for the healthcare provider’s expenses. They review documents for completeness and accuracy and transmit claims for payment. This program prepares the individual to work in medical offices and clinics. Completers of this program are eligible to take the Certified Professional Coder Exam (CPC) through the American Association of Professional Coders
Length & Cost of Training
- Documentation or assessment of entry-level academic skills in reading, writing, and math or previous college coursework
- Documentation or assessment of computer skills – Windows, Word, or transcripted computer class
This 352-hour program can typically be completed in two semesters by attending day or evening courses. Most courses are available online, as well. Tuition is $1,575. Books are also required.
Prerequisites
Coursework
| Class | Hours |
|---|---|
| Medical Terminology I (MDCA 1013) | 64 |
| Medical Law and Ethics for Health Professionals (PBHL 1001) | 16 |
| Human Disease/Pathophysiology (MDCA 1002) | 48 |
| Electronic Medical Records (HITT 1091) | 16 |
| Medical Office Procedures (MDCA 1021 | 64 |
| Computers in Healthcare (HITT 1011) | 32 |
| Medical Insurance/Coding (MDCA 1043) | 48 |
| Advanced Medical Coding (POFM 1053) | 64 |
| Total | 352 |
| Course offerings vary by semester. | |
| Additional course work recommended: | Certified Coding Exam Review |
| Pharmacology for Office Personnel | |
Please call 972-238-6950 or
email HealthProfessions@dcccd.edu or
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Continuing Education Class Listings
Spring 2012