Credential(s) Offered
Industry certification
Method of Delivery
Hybrid or blended
When offered
Daytime Hours
Instructional Program (CIP)
Description
The Medical Billing and Coding Certificate program provides training for entry-level employment in a medical practice setting with an emphasis on the routine administrative and billing/coding tasks required in the day-to-day operation of health care offices and clinics of healthcare professionals and facilities. Students will be prepared to sit for a national exam for a coding certification upon satisfactory completion of the program.
Learning Outcomes:
- Students who successfully complete this program will be able to do the following:
- Perform key administrative tasks, including patient scheduling, records management, and office coordination in a healthcare setting.
- Demonstrate an understanding of legal, ethical, and regulatory standards in coding, billing, and healthcare practices.
- Communicate professionally and sensitively with patients, staff, and third-party payers in diverse environments.
- Apply medical terminology and coding systems (ICD, CPT, HCPCS) accurately for diagnosis, procedures, and supplies.
- Manage patient accounts and reimbursement processes while preparing for national coding certification exams.
Details
Program Length (Weeks)
12
Hours
27
Entrance Requirements
Course(s)
School
WIOA Approved Program
Yes
Training Location(s)
901 N. Colombo, Sierra Vista, Arizona
Local WIB
1 - ARIZONA@WORK - Southeastern Arizona
Name of Credential
AAPC Certification
Type of financial aid offered or have access to
Contact the Cochise College Financial Aid Dept at https://www.cochise.edu/paying-for-college/financial-aid/index.html
Refund Policy
https://www.cochise.edu/paying-for-college/refunds.html
Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?
Yes - HLC
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
Books (Estimated)
$388.00 BIO 160 textbook: $45.00 HLT 101 textbook: $57.00 HLT 160 textbook: $88.00 HLT 161 textbooks: $198.00 Total Books: $388.00
Testing/Exam Fees
$525.00 AAPC Exam (2 attempts): $475.00 Practice Exams: $50.00 Total Testing/Exam Fees: $525.00
In-State Tuition
$2,592.00 In-State General Credit Hour Cost: $96.00 27 CR x 96 = $2592.00 Total In-State Tuition Cost: $2592.00
Other Fees
$1,479.00 LAB Fees: $524.00 BIO 160: $289.00 HLT 111: $60.00 HLT 160: $125.00 HLT 161: $50.00 Complio: $75.00 AAPC Membership: $145.00 Physicians Bundle: $210.00 Practicode: $210.00 Hybride: $150.00 Finger Print Clrs Card: $65.00 Immunizations: $100.00 Total Other Fees: $1479.00
Out-of-State/District Tuition
$6,966.00 Out-of-State General Credit Hour Cost: $258.00 27 CR x 258 = $6966.00 Total Out-of-State Tuition Cost: $6966.00
Total In-State Program Cost
$4,984.00
Total Out-of-State Program Cost
$9,358.00
