Offered at 加州大学洛杉矶分校 Downtown, the Medical Billing and Coding Program is an 80-hour billing and coding test preparatory program that offers the skills needed to resolve insurance billing problems, manually file claims (using the CPT and ICD-10 manual), complete common insurance forms, trace delinquent claims, appeal denied claims and use generic forms to streamline billing procedures.
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The Medical Billing and Coding Program is for:
- 学生 interested in keeping records, calculating patient charges, and reviewing files.
- Individuals who are interested in being Medical Coders that determine codes for physician procedures and diagnosis using ICD-10 and CPT-4 coding protocols for third-party billing purposes.
- 学生 with a high school diploma or GED equivalent.
After obtaining practical work experience (six months to two years), students who complete the Medical Billing and Coding Program may be qualified to sit for the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) – Certified Professional Coder Exam (CPC or CPC-H Apprentice); the American Health Information Association (AHIMA) Certified Coding Associate (CCA) exam; or other National Certification Exams.
Participants will receive a Certificate of Completion upon successful completion of the program.
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The program instructor is a Certified Professional Coder in the field and is familiar with the requirements of the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC)-Certified Professional Coder Exam (CPC or CPC-H Apprentice); the American Health Information Association (AHIMA) – Certified Coding Associate (CCA) exam.
The Medical Billing and Coding Program cost is $2,650 (including all electronic program materials).
This program is presented in partnership with a third-party provider and is not taught by 加州大学洛杉矶分校 faculty nor affiliated with a campus academic department. Courses offered by third-party providers are not degree-eligible.
This accelerated program is not accredited and does not include the certification exam.
加州大学洛杉矶分校 and the local Workforce Investment Board (WIB) are working together to ensure that our state has a well-trained and sustainable workforce. If you have been laid off due to poor economic conditions, 公司关闭, 或者大规模裁员, you may be eligible to receive free career development training.
To find out if you qualify for paid training, contact your local American Job Center (formerly One-Stop Center) to have them determine your eligibility to receive free training. Be sure to mention that you want to take classes through the College of Professional and Global Education at 加州大学洛杉矶分校. 访问 CareerOneStop to find your nearest American Job Center or call 1 - 877 - 2的工作 (1-877-872-5627) for more information. Important: You must contact your local American Job Center for application and approval first. Free enrollment in our WIB-approved programs is not available without prior written approval.
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