Credential(s) Offered
Industry certification, Measurable Skill Gain Leading to a Credential
Method of Delivery
Online, e-learning, or distance learning
When offered
Other
Instructional Program (CIP)
Description
Program Synopsis (Template)
Medical Billing Specialist (Voucher Included)
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1. Course Objective: The Medical Billing Specialist course offers valuable training in legal, ethical, and regulatory concepts that are central to this field, including HIPAA compliance, fraud and abuse in medical billing, and third-party payer guidelines. You will also understand all phases of the revenue cycle, including patient registration, charge capture, medical coding, claim submission, data analytics, payer reimbursement, patient billing, and collection practices.
Competencies to be achieved:
Describe the different stages of the revenue cycle
Recognize federal laws that affect healthcare
Define health insurance and medical terminology
Use the ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS Level II codebooks to assign medical codes accurately
Explain the data entry requirements of a medical insurance claim form
Identify the billing guidelines of government and private payers
Recount the structures, functions, and disorders of the different body systems
2. Total Cost of Program (include all costs to student including testing, licensure):
$3,195
3. Provide a list of all books required for the program (even if cost of books is included in tuition):
The following digital textbook for the Medical Terminology course is accessed via links in the course lessons:
Comprehensive Medical Terminology for Health Professions, 1st Edition (eBook)
The following digital textbooks for Medical Billing Specialist are accessed via links in the lessons
Understanding Health Insurance: A Guide to Billing and Reimbursement (eBook)
Accompanying Workbook: Understanding Health Insurance: A Guide to Billing and Reimbursement (eBook)
The following textbooks will be shipped to you approximately 7-10 business days after enrollment in Medical Billing Specialist:
ICD-10-CM Expert for Physicians
CPT Professional
HCPCS Level II Professional
Shipped upon completion:
CPB Certification Study Guide, from AAPC
4. Provide a list of all supplies required for the program (even if costs are included in tuition): N/A
5. WIOA Contact for Enrollment Status /Credential Verification:
Name: Shannon McKinnon
Email: careercatalyst-funding@exchange.asu.edu
Phone number: 480-884-1890
6. Direct Website link to the program: https://careertraining.careercatalyst.asu.edu/training-programs/medical-billing-certification-training-voucher-included/
7. Additional information:
- Background check requirements for school/licensing: N/A
- Background check requirements/restrictions for working in the occupation: N/A
- Other requirements needed: Certification Requirements:
To sit for national certification exams, candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent. Therefore, it is recommended you have this before enrolling for this course. Certification exams offered by AAPC are only available online to candidates located in the US.
Prerequisites: A high school diploma or equivalent is recommended.
8. 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: Yes
Nationally Recognized Industry Association or Organization: American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC)
- Stackable: (Part of a sequence of credentials)
Yes or No:
Career Pathway:
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Portable: (Recognized in other geographical areas; by other educational institutions; or by other industries/companies)
Yes or No (Explain): Yes. National IRC.
- 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:
9. Job Placement: Does this program offer job placement services? (Yes/No): No
If yes, please explain what support a student can receive to obtain employment upon training completion:
Details
Hours
310
Entrance Requirements
High School Diploma or Equivalent
School
WIOA Approved Program
Yes
Training Location(s)
Online
Local WIB
7 - ARIZONA@WORK - Maricopa County
Name of Credential
Certified Professional Biller (CPB)
Type of financial aid offered or have access to
Financial Aid is not offered at this time.
Refund Policy
Students may request a refund within 10 days of their program start date by contacting their Student Advisor or submitting an ACT Program Enrollment Change Form. After 10 days, refunds are exceptions only and may include fees. Some programs are non-refundable. Students may be charged for unreturned or damaged materials. https://support.ed2go.com/partners/s/article/Drops-Refunds-Advanced-Career-Training-Programs
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
$3,195.00 Total Cost of Program (include all costs to student including testing, licensure)
Out-of-State/District Tuition
$3,195.00 Total Cost of Program (include all costs to student including testing, licensure)
Total In-State Program Cost
$3,195.00
Total Out-of-State Program Cost
$3,195.00
