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911Programs Certified Medical Coding and Billing

Certified Medical Coding and Billing

Medical Billing and Coding specialists are primarily responsible for billing patients’ insurance for various procedures. They also verify coverage and eligibility for certain medical services. This position has little to no patient contact. Most contact is with insurance companies over the phone or electronic billing software.

Course Description: Medical Coding & Billing

Our program combines classroom instruction with actual practical training in our computer laboratory, where you will learn how to perform various tasks associated with Billing and Coding. The Certified Billing and Coding Specialist program has a strong classroom component with hands on billing practice using CPT coding handbooks. Billing & Coding Specialists have an expansive range of opportunities for employment. The skills learned through the NHA CBCS certification are essential to hospitals, physician offices, surgery centers, nursing homes, dental offices, home healthcare agencies, mental health facilities and even insurance companies and consulting firms. The Certified Medical Billing and Coding Program spans 13 weeks. The course is designed to prepare graduates for work in a clinical setting where Billing and Coding tasks are performed. The program culminates with a final written exam. Topics that students will learn include:

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  • Introduction to Medical Terms
  • Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology
  • Medical Legal and Ethical issues in Health Care
  • Introduction to Insurance and Billing
  • ICD Coding
  • Electronic Health Records
  • Verify required documentation before patient information is released
  • Prevent fraud/abuse by auditing billing; Support coding and billing process
  • Assign codes for diagnoses and procedures; Submit claims for reimbursement
  • Coach healthcare providers to achieve optimal reimbursement
Pre-Requisites Expand
  • High school diploma or GED
  • Must complete General Medical Studies before progressing into core portion.
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  • Students must obtain school uniform.
  • Students will also need a wristwatch for vital signs, a pen, and notepad.
  • Textbook is included as a library loan and must be returned at the end of the course
Certificate & Licensure Information Expand

The Medical Coding and Billing Program at 911Programs prepares students for certification exam by the National HealthCareer Association (NHA). The Medical Coding and Billing profession is not licensed in the State of Rhode Island and graduates may apply for jobs with our completion certificate alone, however we recommend taking the NHA exam to increase employer confidence. 911Programs is an authorized testing site for the NHA and students may take their national certifications here.

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Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 6-9pm for approximately 13 weeks.

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Upcoming Courses


Certified Medical Coding and Billing

Spring 2023 Semester

  • Tuition: $4100.00
  • Location: Warwick, RI
  • Start Date: 04/03/2023
  • End Date: 07/13/2023
  • Number of Weeks: 15
  • Meeting Times: Mon, Wed, Thurs: 5pm-8pm
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Certified Medical Coding and Billing

Summer 2023

  • Tuition: $5070.00
  • Location: Warwick, RI
  • Start Date: 06/26/2023
  • End Date: 09/29/2023
  • Number of Weeks: 15
  • Meeting Times: Mon, Wed, Thurs 5pm-8pm
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1. The Program Director Retired EMS Chief William Howe has over 35 years experience in health care as an EMT/Paramedic and Phlebotomist and over 30 years in health care education. He has started and operated several training academies including New England Academy of Prehospital Medicine (a 501 c3 non-profit school), New England Medical Resources, and […]

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