Medical Billing & Coding

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Program Overview

This 4-month Medical Billing and Coding Certificate course prepares students for entry-level healthcare billing and coding positions.

Employment Opportunities:

Upon completion of this course, individuals should be able to apply for positions in hospital billing departments, physician practices, and insurance companies.

Instructional Format: Face-to-face class meetings.

Program Contacts:

Debbie Cave

Director - Allied Health Programs

(336) 386-3372

caved@surry.edu

Workforce Certificate Courses

OST-3150 Medical Billing and Coding

Certification Testing:

Learning Outcomes

Medical Billing and Coding students will:

Be proficient using medical terminology and vocabulary unique to the medical profession.
Understand various classification methods for coding patient information needed for insurance reimbursement and patient medical history.
Be able to identify and examine the five major health insurance carriers.
Be able to complete claim forms for each of the major health insurance carriers.
Be able to code medical services and diagnoses using ICD, CPT, HCPCS coding books with correct definition, spelling, and pronunciation of body systems.

Program Costs

Cost: $183 plus associated books, tools, and supplies

Virginia residents pay the same tuition rate as in-state students.

Many grant and scholarship opportunities are available as well. Please complete the WTCE Scholarship and Financial Aid Form and a counselor will review your information to see if you are eligible for assistance.