Credential(s) Offered
Industry certification, Measurable Skill Gain Leading to a Credential, Measurable Skill Gain Leading to Employment
Method of Delivery
In Person
When offered
Daytime Hours, Evening Hours
Instructional Program (CIP)
Description
This class has ended. Please check back for the next available in-person dates starting in 2026.
Program Name: Medical Billing & Coding
Course Objective Description: This combined 80 hour billing and coding course offers the skills needed to solve insurance billing problems, how to 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. The course covers the following areas: CPT (Introduction, Guidelines, Evaluation and Management), specialty fields (such as surgery, radiology and laboratory), ICD-10 (Introduction and Guidelines) and basic claims processes for medical insurance and third party reimbursements. Students will learn how to find the service and codes using manuals, (CPT, ICD-10 and HCPCS).
After completing this program and practical work experience (6months to 2 years), learners will have the option to take the leading national/industry-recognized certification exam(s) essential to entry-level employment in this fast-growing field: National Healthcareer Association (NHA) Certified Billing & Coding Specialist (CBCS)
Competencies to be achieved:
- Build medical terms using word parts
- Interpret medical terms
- Describe the various medical specialties
- Recognize medical terms associated with various body systems
- Demonstrate the interconnectedness of body structures
- Communicate effectively in a professional healthcare environment
- Identify the important role of a medical coder in upholding ethical billing practices and in obtaining reimbursement for healthcare services
- Correctly use the ICD-10-CM for diagnostic coding
- Correctly use CPT codes for coding medical procedures
- Apply national and local HCPCS codes and modifiers
- Explain the purpose and use of ICD-10-PCS codes
Training Services Offered When: In Person training is available, contact for upcoming schedule
Total Cost: $3,902.00 (Textbooks and exam voucher included)
Provide a list of all books required for the program:
- Medical Terminology – Jones & Bartlett
- Step-by-Step Medical Coding Book (Book ) & Step by Step Workbook (Workbook ) combo 2023-Carol Buck – Saunders
- CPT PLUS! 2023 BOOK/SPIRAL BOUND – PMIC
- ICD-10-CM 2023 Volumes 1 &2 – PMIC
- (2024 Versions coming soon)
Provide a list of all supplies required for the program: N/A
WIOA Contact for Enrollment Status/Credential Verification:
- Name: Vanessa Plummer
- Email: jobtraining@maricopacorporate.com (Preferred contact method)
- Phone Number: 480-377-2700
- Direct Website link to the program: https://info.maricopacorporate.com/medical-billing-coding
Additional Information:
Background checks requirements for licensing and background restrictions for working in the occupation: Background checks are typically required to work in healthcare industry/occupation.
Other requirements needed: None
Prerequisites: None
Refund Policy: Refund Policy for Non-Credit Classes-Unless otherwise specified, students must drop non-credit classes prior to the course start date to be eligible for a 100% refund.
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Credentials:
Industry Recognized: Yes
Nationally Recognized Industry Association or Organization: NHA
Stackable: Yes
Career Pathway: Higher credentials
Portable: Yes, this course prepares for national certification, recognized in any state in the nation.
Accredited Curriculum: Yes
Accrediting Agency and Link to Website: https://www.nhanow.com/
Credential Attainment Rate: 31%
Details
Hours
80
Entrance Requirements
High School Diploma or Equivalent
School
WIOA Approved Program
Yes
Training Location(s)
TBD
Local WIB
7 - ARIZONA@WORK - Maricopa County
Name of Credential
CCA, CBCS, CPC;CPC-H
Type of financial aid offered or have access to
N/A for Non-Credit Programs
Refund Policy
Refund Policy for Non-Credit Classes-Unless otherwise specified, students must drop non-credit classes prior to the course start date to be eligible for a 100% refund.
Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?
No
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for women?
No
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for men?
No
Cost Items
In-State Tuition
$3,699.00
Out-of-State/District Tuition
$3,699.00
Total In-State Program Cost
$3,699.00
Total Out-of-State Program Cost
$3,699.00
