This course provides the students with the basic knowledge and skills that will qualify them to work as an entry-level Medical Biller, performing the front office duties as a medical clerk, working in clinics/hospitals/medical groups, and also as a health claim examiner working with insurance companies. Students will be exposed to billing forms, eligibility guidelines for Medicare, Medicaid/Medi-Cal, and billing procedures for CHAMPUS, Blue Shield/Blue Cross, and Workers Compensation. Students will learn the use of ICD-9 and CPT books for coding diagnoses and procedures. Students will use computers to perform medical billing simulated practice using medical billing software. Program offered is a Diploma. |
