Medical Billing & Coding

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300 hour

Course Overview

The medical billing and coding course at Bright Horizons Institute helps the students build the necessary skills that need to secure a top position in health insurance and claims processing. This 300-hour program offers every important information you
need to manage medical billing, coding, and working with insurance claims. Firstly you will learn about the important medical words and important operations in a medical office. As you continue, you will get a deep understanding of various coding
systems, processing insurance claims, and organizing patient files. At the end of the course, you will have the necessary skills to build a great career in medical billing and coding

Key Program Features

  • Program Length: 300 hours of lessons, completed in 15 weeks
  • Certification : Certificate of Completion
  • Credential : National Health Care Association accreditation
  • Eligibility : High school diploma or equivalent required
  • Career Focus : Designed for students aiming to begin a career in medical billing and coding

Program Curriculum

Course Content

  • Role of a medical biller in the healthcare industry
  • Introduction to Medical Terminology
  • Introduction to body systems and common abbreviations
  • Introduction to Health Insurance and Managed Health Care
  • Life Cycle of an Insurance Claim
  • Legal and regulatory considerations (including HIPAA)
  • ICD-10-CM coding
  • CPT and HCPCS coding systems
  • Introduction to the basic computer
  • Understanding Medisoft software
  • HCFA common procedure coding system (HCPCS)
  • Filing commercial claims
  • Working with Blue Cross and Blue Shield plans
  • Medicare and Medicaid procedures
  • Workers’ Compensation claims
  • Case studies and coding exercises

This curriculum offers both theoretical knowledge and practical skills needed for success in the medical billing and coding profession.

Career Outcomes

When you finish the course successfully, you can land a successful job in the healthcare industry

Medical Biller In charge of managing the billing process, filing insurance claims, and ensuring the payments.
Insurance Claims Specialist Managing the insurance claims, ensuring insurance coverage, and strictly following the rules.
Medical Office Administrator Managing office responsibilities, keeping patient files and handling billing procedures.

Certification and Accreditation

Upon completion, students will receive:

  • A Certificate of Completion verifying their training in medical billing and coding
  • A credential from the National Health Care Association, a well-respected certification in the healthcare industry

This certification ensures graduates are qualified professionals ready to work in medical billing and coding roles.

Program Benefits

Industry Expertise Learn from experienced professionals with in-depth knowledge of medical billing and coding
Hands-On Training Work with real-world case studies and coding exercises to practice your skills
Flexible Learning Designed to fit different schedules, ideal for students and working professionals
Modern Tools Gain experience with the latest billing software, like Medisoft, used in today’s healthcare settings
Career Preparation The program is designed to meet industry standards, preparing you for a career in medical billing and coding

Admission Requirements and How to Apply

Eligibility:
Students need a high school diploma or equivalent certification
How to Apply:

    • Fill out the online application form on the Bright Horizons Institute website
    • Submit the required documents, including proof of high school graduation or equivalent
    • Contact our admissions team for help with the application process

For further information, contact us via official email or phone.

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The program lasts for 15 weeks, which includes 300 clock hours of instruction.

You’ll receive a Certificate of Completion and a credential from the National Health Care Association.

Graduates can pursue roles like Medical Biller, Insurance Claims Specialist, or Medical Office Administrator in hospitals, clinics, insurance companies, or private medical offices.