A career in health care could be within reach if you earn an A.A.S. in Medical Billing and Coding. Medical billing and coders are responsible for coding medical records, processing insurance claims, and managing reimbursements at healthcare facilities such as doctor’s offices, hospitals, and outpatient centers. Call SMµ÷½ÌÉçÇøCollege to start training for your new healthcare career today.

Upon successful completion of this Medical Billing and Coding program, you will be able to: 

• Analyze the maintenance and management of electronic medical records  
• Process billing and reimbursement forms for insurance carriers   
• Determine appropriate healthcare reimbursement and payment methodologies  
• Audit patient records for accuracy, compliance, and completeness  
• Demonstrate proficiency with International Classifications of Diseases (ICD) and Current Procedural Terminology (CPT), and Healthcare Common Procedure Coding (HCPCS)  
• Analyze healthcare regulations, medical laws and ethics, compliance and auditing in medical coding and billing 
• Understand basic anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology  
• Identify and describe the legal and ethical standards, guidelines, and regulations pertinent to the medical field 
• Behave professionally as an entry-level medical office administrative assistant or billing and coding specialist in a variety of settings 

The Associate of Applied Science in Medical Billing and Coding program provides you with the knowledge and technical skills you need to find an entry-level position as a Medical Billing and Coder. In classrooms and labs, you will learn how to code medical diagnoses and procedures, maintain medical records, fill out billing forms, process insurance claims, and use computer technology to enhance your potential for employment. In addition, you will complete assignments such as reading, exercises, problem solving, projects, research, papers, and presentations.

• Billing, Coding, and Reimbursement
• Processing and Coding Medical Insurance
• Electronic Health Records
• The Healthcare System
• Medical Terminology
• Legal and Ethical Issues in Healthcare
• Regulatory Issues in Health Information

In as little as 15 months, you can get started on a rewarding career as a Medical Billing and Coder. SMµ÷½ÌÉçÇøCollege starts classes every five weeks providing unparalleled flexibility and our unique learning approach helps you to graduate on time.

The Associate of Applied Science in Medical Billing and Coding program is available in an online format. Online learning gives you the flexibility to balance your classwork with family, work, and other commitments.

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