Medical Billing Specialist:
A Medical Billing & Coding Professional is one who likes the medical field, but prefers to work not with patients, but with patients’ data.
This type of individual is responsible, organized and can retain large amounts of information–definitely someone you want on your Trivial Pursuit team. They multi-task well, enjoy reading, and like to use the computer.
Course Offerings:
• Training in insurance billing and medical coding .
• Instruction for maintaining medical records.
• Awareness of insurance claim reimbursement methodologies.
• The study of human anatomy and physiology and common diseases.
• An introduction to medical terminology and pharmacology.
• Knowledge of medical office administrative duties.
• Externship in a medical office or a hospital.
Career Choices Available on Graduation:
• Hospitals
• Insurance Companies
• Doctors’ Offices
• Medical Billing Companies
• Nursing Homes
• Medical Group Practices
• Home Health Agencies
• Clinics
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