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Medical Billing and Coding Program

Certified Medical Billing and Coding Program Overview

The Certified Medical Billing and Coding Program prepares students to perform essential administrative and coding functions that connect healthcare providers, patients, and insurance companies. Students gain the skills needed to accurately code diagnoses and procedures, process medical claims, and support proper reimbursement in today’s healthcare environment.

This 10-week hybrid program combines online learning with hands-on simulations to help you master medical terminology, coding systems, billing processes, and compliance standards. Our tiered training approach allows students to build skills progressively—from entry-level coding to advanced billing and reimbursement concepts.

Program Highlights:

  • Hybrid format: online learning + real-world simulations

  • Covers ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS coding

  • Prepares students for CCA and CPC certification exams

  • Designed for beginners and career changers

  • Industry-aligned curriculum with job-ready skills

This program is ideal for:

  • Individuals starting a career in medical billing and coding

  • Healthcare professionals seeking to expand administrative skills

  • Career changers interested in healthcare revenue cycle roles

10-Weeks Online Programs
combines online instruction with hands-on, job-task–based simulations to build real-world competency!
Qualified applicants may receive FULL TUITION ASSISTANCE through WIOA!
If you live in Jefferson, Tuscaloosa, Shelby, Walker, or St. Clair County, you may be eligible to have your program paid for!

 

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Did You Know?
Many medical coders begin their careers with the Certified Coding Associate (CCA) credential to establish foundational knowledge and entry-level competency. As they gain experience, professionals often advance to more specialized credentials such as the CPC or CCS, which open the door to higher-level roles, increased responsibility, and higher earning potential.

Certified Medical Billing & Coding Program Tiers

Build Your Career. Advance at Your Pace.

Each tier builds on the last—so you can grow your skills, credentials, and income over time.

Tier Level 2 - Intermediate

CCS-P / CPC

Outpatient Focus

Credentials:

  • CCS-P – Certified Coding Specialist (Physician-Based)

  • CPC – Certified Professional Coder

  • Credential Level: Intermediate

  • Program Focus: Physician-based coding, outpatient services, compliance, and regulatory standards

  • Exam Details:

    • CCS-P Exam

    • CPC Exam

  • Competency Level:

    • Demonstrates advanced proficiency in outpatient coding

    • Strong understanding of coding guidelines, regulations, and reimbursement methodology

  • Common Job Titles:

    • Outpatient Coder

    • Coding Auditor

    • Coding Specialist

    • Coding Supervisor

  • Average Salary Range: $40,000 – $60,000+

  • Scope of Coding:

    • Outpatient and physician-based services

  • Knowledge Areas Covered:

    • CPT

    • HCPCS Level II

    • ICD-10-CM

    • Compliance and regulatory requirements for physician services

  • Case Complexity:

    • Moderate to advanced outpatient cases

  • Regulatory Knowledge:

    • Strong understanding of documentation standards, payer rules, and compliance guidelines

Tier Level 1 - Basic 

CCA

Certified Coding Associate

Credential: CCA – Certified Coding Associate

  • Credential Level: Entry-level

  • Program Focus: Introduction to medical coding principles, clinical classification systems, reimbursement fundamentals, data quality, and patient privacy

  • Exam Details:

    • CCA Exam

    • 2 hours

    • 100 multiple-choice questions

  • Competency Level:

    • Demonstrates basic competency in both inpatient and outpatient coding

    • Designed for new graduates or individuals beginning a coding career

  • Common Job Titles:

    • Medical Coder

    • Coding Associate

    • Health Information Technician

  • Average Salary Range: $32,000 – $45,000+

  • Scope of Coding:

    • Inpatient and outpatient (generalist level)

  • Knowledge Areas Covered:

    • ICD-10-CM

    • CPT

    • HCPCS Level II

  • Case Complexity:

    • Straightforward cases (low-to-moderate complexity)

  • Regulatory Knowledge:

    • Basic understanding of compliance, documentation standards, and reimbursement rules

Tier Level 3 - Advanced

CCS

Inpatient Focus

Credential: CCS – Certified Coding Specialist

  • Credential Level: Advanced

  • Program Focus: Inpatient coding, DRG assignment, case analysis, compliance, and reimbursement methodology

  • Exam Details:

    • CCS Exam

    • 4 hours

    • 97–121 questions (multiple-choice and medical record scenarios)

  • Competency Level:

    • Demonstrates expert-level mastery of inpatient coding and reimbursement systems

    • Advanced understanding of complex medical records and regulatory standards

  • Common Job Titles:

    • Inpatient Coder

    • Coding Auditor

    • DRG Validator

    • Coding Supervisor

  • Average Salary Range: $60,000 – $85,000+

  • Scope of Coding:

    • Primarily inpatient coding

    • Includes outpatient facility coding knowledge

  • Knowledge Areas Covered:

    • ICD-10-CM

    • ICD-10-PCS

    • CPT

    • HCPCS

  • Case Complexity:

    • Complex cases involving multiple diagnoses, procedures, and comorbidities

  • Regulatory Knowledge:

    • Advanced understanding of DRGs, APCs, compliance standards, reimbursement systems, and auditing processes