Medical Billing and Coding

Diploma
Blended
Hybrid
Online
English

Program Description

The Medical Billing and Coding Specialist Diploma Program is designed to prepare students to obtain entry-level positions in the medical billing and coding field through a combination of both clinical and administrative training. Florida Technical College students will learn and practice how to use management software and electronic health records (EHR). They will further become proficient in medical insurance and billing using the ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS II coding system manuals. The program is focused on preparing students for certification.

Possible Employment Opportunities *

  • Medical Biller
  • Medical Coder
  • Medical Records
  • Medical Insurance Specialist

Credential Earned

Medical Billing and Coding Specialist Diploma

Related Certifications

  • (NCICS) National Certified Insurance and Coding Specialist (NCICS) from the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT)

Duration of the Program

9 Months | 48 quarter credit hours
Total Contact Hours: 740
Lecture Hours: 220
Lab Hours: 520

Core Courses

Medical Office Procedures

In this medical assistant course, students will develop skills related to medical office administrative procedures such as using electronic health records, scheduling appointments, handling mail and filing, billing and collecting, and preparing budgets. They will examine effective interpersonal skills and communication in various medical office settings, including stress management strategies and workplace ethics. Students will also analyze current trends in the medical office workplace and the role of the administrative professional within that setting. They will practice acquired skills by completing practical lab exercises in preparation for the certification test.

Anatomy and Physiology with Medical Terminology I

In this medical assistant course, Florida Technical College  students will examine the anatomy and physiology of the human body as well as the related medical terms and abbreviations. They will discuss the levels of human body organization, homoeostasis, histology, cytology, and the integumentary, musculoskeletal, nervous, and special senses systems. They will also analyze the meaning of medical terms according to their basic components—prefixes, suffixes, and roots—in addition to special numerical, positional, and condition-related components. Students will practice acquired skills by completing practical lab exercises in preparation for the certification test.

Anatomy and Physiology with Medical Terminology II

In this medical assistant course, Florida Technical College students will examine the anatomy and physiology of the human body and the relationship with the medical terms and abbreviations used to designate them. They will discuss the levels of human body organization, gynecologic conditions, reproductive, circulatory, sensory, and lymphatic systems, and an overview of the brain function. Furthermore, they will analyze the meaning of medical terms and procedures through their basic components such as prefixes, suffixes, and roots, in addition to special numerical, positional and condition.

Health Information Resources

In this medical billing and coding course,  Florida Technical College students will discuss the purpose of using electronic health record (EHR) software, as well as its applications and benefits in health information management. In addition, students will use an electronic health record (EHR) to properly manage patient health information in a clinical scenario.

Current Procedural Codes / CPT

In this medical billing and coding course, students will examine the rules and guidelines of the Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) and the Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS) Level II coding manuals. They will also discuss the benefits of using coding manuals for those who work or want to work in the medical field as a medical biller, medical coder, medical collector, or medical office administrator. Additionally, students will practice coding procedures and services following CPT and HCPCS Level II coding manuals and encoder software. They will practice acquired skills by completing lab exercises in preparation for the certification test.

Course Prerequisite: MED1065

Diagnostics Coding / ICD-10

In this medical billing and coding course, students will distinguish the characteristics and conventions of the ICD-10-CM and other diagnostic coding systems or code sets. In addition, they will determine the correct diagnosis codes and official coding guidelines, with extensive practice coding exercises.

Course Prerequisite: MED1065

Medical Billing and Insurance

In this medical billing and coding course, students will examine the revenue cycle management (RCM) procedures as it relates to billing and coding medical services. Additionally, they will analyze the different types of insurance programs, governmental and private third-party payers, workers’ compensation packages, and disability coverage. They will practice acquired skills by completing lab exercises in preparation for the certification test.

Certified Insurance and Coding Exam Prep

In this medical billing and coding course, Florida Technical College students will review the topics covered throughout the medical billing and coding specialist program courses, including anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, insurance, and billing procedures, among others. In addition, they will demonstrate the skills acquired for the certification in insurance and coding, through extensive practice exercises. They will practice acquired skills by completing practical lab exercises in preparation for the certification test.

Course Prerequisite: All previous program courses, except for MBC2900

Capstone

In this  medical billing and coding course, Florida Technical College students will demonstrate knowledge, skills, and abilities acquired throughout the Medical Billing and Coding Program. In addition, they will determine diagnoses, procedures, and services to be coded using an encoder software.

Course Prerequisite: All previous program courses.

Related Programs

Campuses Available

Admission Requirements

High school diploma or a recognized equivalent.

Healthcare Provider Programs

Applicants for healthcare provider programs including the Medical Billing and Coding Specialist Associate in Science Program, Medical Billing and Coding Specialist Diploma Program, and Medical Assistant Technician Diploma Program must complete a Student Attestation of Understanding That Criminal and / or Health Background May Limit or Prevent Employment in Healthcare Provider Fields form. This student attestation form was designed to disclose certain requirements or limitations to prospective students interested in training for the healthcare provider field. This requirement is established in consideration of Fla. Admin. Code 6E-1.0032 (6)(g) (2012).

Possible Employment Opportunities *

  • Medical Biller
  • Medical Coder
  • Medical Records
  • Medical Insurance Specialist

*These examples are intended to serve only as a general guide of possible employment opportunities. There are many factors that determine the job an individual may obtain and Florida Technical College cannot guarantee its graduates any particular job. Some positions may require a license or other certifications. We encourage you to research the requirements for the particular position you desire. Program Availability varies by campus.

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