Virtual Led Sessions, (9:00am-10:30am) this 14-week program is tailored for those looking to become Certified Medical Billing and Coding Specialist.
At AlliedRx Institute of Healthcare, we offer a robust curriculum that covers all aspects of medical billing and coding. You will gain a deep understanding of medical terminology, procedure codes, and the intricacies of the healthcare industry. Our courses also introduce you to the Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS), an essential tool used in accurately assigning procedure codes for medical services.
Upon completion of our training program, you will be fully prepared to take the AAPC, NHA or AHIMA designated exams. This comprehensive exam evaluates your knowledge and skills in medical coding, including accurately assigning procedure codes, understanding medical histories, and navigating the healthcare common procedure coding system. With our rigorous training, you'll have the confidence and expertise to excel in the exam and launch your career.
Course Start Date: May 3, 2024 (Fridays)
Projected Course End Date: August 9, 2024
Admissions Requirements
Prospective students must be 18 years of age to apply and be admitted to the Medical Billing and Coding Program.
Duration
14 Week Program
Fundamentals of Insurance
This introductory course provides students with the basic principles and foundation needed to understand health insurance. Students will learn about the history of healthcare in the United States of America, concepts regarding healthcare, compare and contrast HMOs , PPOs, POS, individual and group insurance. Students will also learn about Medicare and Medicaid regulations regarding coverage for healthcare services and reimbursement. Ethical issues in the healthcare billing environment and how to prevent claim denials with accurate medical coding.
Fundamentals of Coding
This course teaches students to identify and assign appropriate diagnosis, procedure codes and modifiers for healthcare reimbursement. Students will learn how to utilize ICD-10-CM, CPT and HCPCS to assign appropriate codes to a medical claim. Students will also learn how to apply the guidelines and importance of proper documentation for the processing of clean medical claims.
Program Approval
National Healthcareer Association
American Medical Certification Association- AMCA
MYCAA Scholarship (Department of Defense Approved Institution) - Military Tuition Funding Grant
Army Credentialing Assistance
AirForce COOL
WIOA- Workforce Innovative Opportunity Act
Module 1: Compliance, Privacy, Fraud, and Abuse in Insurance Billing
Module 2: Basics of Health Insurancem
Module 3: Electronic Health Records
Module 4: The Blue Plans and Private Insurance
Module 5: Medicare
Module 6: Medicaid
Module 7: Tricare, Champva and Veterans Insurance
Module 8: Aseptic Technique and Sterile Compounding
Module 9: Workers Compensation
Module 10: ICD-10-CM
Module 11: Current Procedural Terminology CPT Codes
Module 12: Paper and Electronic Claims
Module 13: Hospital Billing and Receiving Payments
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Am pleased and happy with the course everything was well organized the teacher and team at Allied RX was Excellent and professional enjoyed every every moment.