Overview
Our online medical billing training was developed by industry experts with real-world input from employers. Our medical billing training is designed to help you quickly develop all the knowledge and skills needed to thoroughly understand the healthcare reimbursement process and methods. But, our program is way more than just training. It’s preparation for industry certification and employment. So you’ll be able to get certified right away, then jump into your medical billing career and start earning.
Program Timeline
Your new medical billing career is closer than you think. As soon as your payment is processed, we’ll email your login and password so you can start training immediately.
Study Format
Our have-it-your-way training is always on…because it’s online. 24/7 Web access gives you the freedom to study however, wherever, and whenever you want. Got a laptop? You’re ready to rock! Pretty empowering when you think about it.
Learn from home (or anywhere)
Study online (anytime)
Support
We win when you win, so we’re with you every step of the way. Real people—dedicated trainers and tutors to career advisors—all devoted to your success, from sign up to post completion.
One-on-one support
Phone, live chat, and email
Medical Billing Training Courses
Our medical billing training online is based on 10 bite-size courses. Each course is essentially a class or course subject.
Program Orientation: Medical Billing
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Identify the elements, expectations, and requirements of the program.
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Navigate the program using the pages, menus, and buttons provided.
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Use the program tools, including the study planner, gradebook, and completion report and be able to contact Career Step via phone, email, forums, chat rooms, and social media.
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Identify and use program-specific resources.
Introduction to Healthcare
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Identify health information management concepts common to allied health professionals.
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Describe characteristics of health care delivery and settings in the United States.
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Delineate career opportunities for health information management professionals.
Digital Technology
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Have a basic understanding of the internet and evaluated hardware
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Understand and be able to use various programs and apps
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Be able to explain privacy and digital security in digital technology
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Describe the fundamentals of input and output
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Have an understanding of network devices
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Use technology to help you find a career
Comprehensive Medical Terminology
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Analyze how medical terms are built using common word parts.
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Properly spell, define, and pronounce medical terms associated with each of the major body systems.
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Identify and define the word parts most frequently associated with the major body systems.
Law, Liability, and Ethics for Healthcare
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Describe the structure of the healthcare industry and how it relates to the medical office profession.
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Identify law and regulations related to the healthcare workplace.
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Describe how law flows from the constitution to the courtroom.
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Recognize what makes a contract and who can contract.
Anatomy and Physiology Essentials
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Identify the structures, locations, and functions of major body systems and the organs that comprise them.
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Explain how the organs of the major body systems interact and maintain homeostasis.
Health Information Management
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Explain the role of health information management in patient care documentation and medical coding and billing.
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Identify types of health records and the documentation requirements, data sources, collection tools, and potential issues associated with each type.
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Discuss the evolution of the electronic health record (EHR) and its administrative and clinical applications.
Medical Billing
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Explain health insurance careers, opportunities, and expectations.
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Differentiate between major health insurance programs, government-sponsored health benefit programs, and related federal health care legislation.
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Explain revenue cycle management.
Program Completion: Medical Billing
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Prepare to take the next steps after program completion.
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Medical Billing Certifications
CareerStep's online Medical Billing training covers the knowledge and skills you need to successfully sit for industry-recognized certification. We want to support our learners in securing the certification that fits based upon your career goals and current job requirements. Your training includes an exam voucher and prep package for the CBCS certification - a significant value add of several hundred dollars.
Certified Billing and Coding Specialist (CBCS)
Validate your knowledge of industry coding and billing with the CBCS certification from the National Healthcareer Association (NHA).
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