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Whether you are just starting work or transitioning from a different field, there has never been a better time to enter a career in medical billing and coding. More than one million practicing physicians in the U.S. rely on medical billers and coders to receive payment for their services. Medical billing and coding positions are in-demand within medical facilities, health insurance companies, specialty pharmacies, medical suppliers, consulting firms, and national medical coding and billing companies. With the right medical billing and coding training, the opportunities are nearly endless!
The Ed2Go Medical Billing and Coding course will prepare you for success as you learn about legal, ethical, and regulatory concepts central to this field, including HIPAA compliance, official coding guidelines, and third-party payer requirements. You will come to understand all phases of the revenue cycle—from patient registration through medical coding, claims submission, reimbursement, and collections.
Common medical terminology is also reviewed to help you converse with others in healthcare easily and with confidence. You will cover word parts and the structures and functions of the human body, as well as disorders and medical procedures common to each body system, including: musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, nervous, endocrine, integumentary, genitourinary, lymphatic, and immune.
After successfully completing the Medical Billing and Coding course requirements, you should be well prepared to find your place in this rewarding healthcare career. According to the AAPC 2023 Salary Survey results, certified medical records specialists earn 15% more than their non-certified colleagues. You will get to choose a voucher for the professional medical billing and coding certification that best aligns with your interests and career goals:
Noncredit courses do not produce academic credit nor appear on a Colorado State University academic transcript.
Please note that there are no refunds for open entry courses.