Medical Billing and Coding Certificate (Ed2Go)

Instructional Program (CIP)

Description

Program Synopsis: Medical Billing and Coding (Voucher Included) Ed2Go

Program Location: Online

Course Objective:
Description: Our 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.

This comprehensive medical terminology course introduces key concepts of medical language and human anatomy, emphasizing the interconnectedness of body systems in health and disease. The curriculum covers topics such as the musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, respiratory, nervous, and immune systems, along with mental health and special senses, with exams at the midterm and final stages. Students with prior knowledge can optionally test out by achieving a minimum score of 80%, replacing course content if desired. It is important to understand that this course feature only applies to the online Medical Terminology course, the standalone course, or advanced career training course bundles that include Medical Terminology.

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 exam that best aligns with your interests and career goals: 

* Certified Professional Coder (CPC) exam offered by the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC)
* Certified Coding Associate (CCA) exam offered by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA)
* Certified Billing and Coding Specialist (CBCS) exam offered by the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) 

Competencies to be achieved:  
* Get a better understanding of the value this course provides from our medical billing and coding certification video overview 
* Medical coding terminology is required for medical coding, including the structures and functions of the human body 
* The disorders and medical procedures common to each body system 
* Legal, ethical, and regulatory concepts central to the field, including HIPAA compliance and third-party guidelines for filing insurance claims 
* The main coding manuals: ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, CPT, and HCPCS Level II 
* How to code diagnoses, services, and procedures for all systems of the body 
* Fundamentals of medical billing and coding and medical terminology 
* Word parts and the structures and functions of the human body 
* Hands on exposure to an encoder application: Codify (AAPC) 

Pre-Requisites: There are no prerequisites for taking this course. 

Total Cost of Program (include all costs to student including testing, licensure): 

Total Tuition: $3,295.00

WIOA Contact for Enrollment Status /Credential Verification:  
Name: Megan Purvis 
Email:  Megan.purvis@centralaz.edu 
Phone number: 520-494-6417

Direct Website link to the program:  
https://careertraining.centralaz.edu/training-programs/medical-billing-coding-voucher-included/

Additional information: Background check requirements for licensing and background restrictions for working in the occupation:  N/A 

Other requirements needed: N/A 

Grievance Resolution Policy 
https://centralaz.edu/student-support-and-care

Refund Policy (provide a summary if Refund policy is not listed on school website):  
 
WITHIN THE 10 DAY GRACE PERIOD 
Once a student is enrolled in an Advanced Career Training Program, they have 10 calendar days from the Start Date listed for their enrollment to advise ed2go of any need to drop their program for a refund. During this time frame, students can submit their drop/refund request to their student advisor.  Partners may also request a drop on a student's behalf by submitting an ACT Program Enrollment Change Form which is located on the left of the Home tab in your Career Training Program Online Administration Center under Resources.

Please note: 
* The 10-day refund policy may not apply to all programs. Some programs are non-refundable once the Student has received a start date for the program.  
* Students may be responsible for material costs, if materials are not returned to ed2go, or received back in less than new condition.

AFTER THE 10 DAY GRACE PERIOD 
Drop/refund requests received after the 10-day grace period may be approved on an exception basis only. If a  drop/refund is approved, additional fees, such as material fees and instructor fees, may apply and will need to be collected prior to processing.

REFUND POLICY EXCEPTIONS 
Please review the Advanced Career Training Refund Policy Exceptions page for more information on refund policy exceptions by product line for some of the Advanced Career Training programs. 

Credentials: (The following questions must be answered along with a supporting explanation for each)
Industry Recognized: (Developed and offered by, or endorsed by a nationally-recognized industry association or organization representing a sizeable portion of the industry sector) 
Yes or No: No

Stackable: (Part of a sequence of credentials) 
Yes or No:  Yes. 
Career Pathway: Certifications are stackable, allowing students to start with a certificate and add specialized ones over time, progressively expanding their skills and knowledge. 

Portable: (Recognized in other geographical areas; by other educational institutions; or by other industries/companies) 
Yes or No (Explain): Yes, certifications are portable across states, but specific requirements may vary by state.

Accredited Curriculum: (This is referring to the course being accredited, not the test or school) 
Yes or No: No
Accrediting Agency and link to website: The program is delivered through Ed2Go, which is not accredited by a national accrediting agency. However, the program prepares students for nationally recognized certification exams.

Credential Attainment Rate: There is no attainment rate. This is a new program, as the program progresses and participants complete their courses, this rate will change. 

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