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Classification Of Instructional Programs (CIP): 51.0713 (Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder)
Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) Code: 43-9041.01 (Insurance Claims Clerks), 43-9041.02 (Insurance Policy Processing Clerks), 43-6013.00 (Medical Secretaries), 43-4021.00 (Correspondence Clerks)
Quarter Credits: 48.5
In Class Clock Hours: 760
Outside Hours: 214
Total Hours: 974
Method of Delivery: Blended
Number of Weeks: 36*
*Weeks May Be Extended Depending On Holiday Schedules
The Medical Billing and Coding program is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to work successfully as an entry level medical biller and/or medical coder in a medical office, clinic, health maintenance organization (HMO), other health care setting, insurance company, or independent billing company.
This program will be offered in the blended delivery format. Blended modules combine traditional or face-to-face classroom instruction with asynchronous online instruction to optimize the learning experience of the user. Blended modules are indicated by an asterisk (*) in the program outline.
In preparation for the blended modules, students must:
In this program, students will develop their knowledge and skills within a blended model of education. Preparing students for the real life experience of health care data delivery systems, students will engage in on-line learning, as well as lab and computer software applications. Students will become familiar with, and able to use industry related reference materials such as the Current Procedural Terminology (CPT), International Classification of Diseases (ICD-CM), and Health Care Procedures Coding Systems (HCPCS).
The Medical Billing and Coding program is divided into seven, 80-hour modules. The seven modules satisfy both industry-related prerequisites and execution of coding applications. The Medical Billing and Coding externship provides a unique opportunity to gain valuable experience in the field and alongside working professionals. This experience is designed to help students prepare for a successful transition into their career as a medical biller and/or medical coder.
Completion of the program is acknowledged by the awarding of a diploma.
Program Locations: Los Angeles, Orange County and Ontario
Course Number | Title | In Class Clock Hours | Outside Clock Hours | Quarter Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MBC101 | Medical Office Procedures ‡ | 80.00 | 30.00 | 6.0 |
| MBC201 | Claims Processing ‡ | 80.00 | 31.00 | 6.0 |
| MBC301 | Hospital Billing and Coding ‡ | 80.00 | 30.00 | 6.0 |
| MBC401 | Medical Law and Ethics ‡ | 80.00 | 33.00 | 6.0 |
| MBC501 | Reimbursement and Collections Methods ‡ | 80.00 | 30.00 | 6.0 |
| MBC601 | State and Government Health Plans ‡ | 80.00 | 30.00 | 6.0 |
| MBC701 | Managed Care and Private Health Plans ‡ | 80.00 | 30.00 | 6.0 |
| MBCEXT | Externship | 200.00 | 0.00 | 6.5 |
Totals | 760 | 214 | 48.5 |
Course Number: MBC101 | |
|---|---|
| Title | Medical Office Procedures ‡ |
| In Class Clock Hours | 80.00 |
| Outside Clock Hours | 30.00 |
| Quarter Credits | 6.0 |
Course Number: MBC201 | |
| Title | Claims Processing ‡ |
| In Class Clock Hours | 80.00 |
| Outside Clock Hours | 31.00 |
| Quarter Credits | 6.0 |
Course Number: MBC301 | |
| Title | Hospital Billing and Coding ‡ |
| In Class Clock Hours | 80.00 |
| Outside Clock Hours | 30.00 |
| Quarter Credits | 6.0 |
Course Number: MBC401 | |
| Title | Medical Law and Ethics ‡ |
| In Class Clock Hours | 80.00 |
| Outside Clock Hours | 33.00 |
| Quarter Credits | 6.0 |
Course Number: MBC501 | |
| Title | Reimbursement and Collections Methods ‡ |
| In Class Clock Hours | 80.00 |
| Outside Clock Hours | 30.00 |
| Quarter Credits | 6.0 |
Course Number: MBC601 | |
| Title | State and Government Health Plans ‡ |
| In Class Clock Hours | 80.00 |
| Outside Clock Hours | 30.00 |
| Quarter Credits | 6.0 |
Course Number: MBC701 | |
| Title | Managed Care and Private Health Plans ‡ |
| In Class Clock Hours | 80.00 |
| Outside Clock Hours | 30.00 |
| Quarter Credits | 6.0 |
Course Number: MBCEXT | |
| Title | Externship |
| In Class Clock Hours | 200.00 |
| Outside Clock Hours | 0.00 |
| Quarter Credits | 6.5 |
TOTALS | |
| In Class Clock Hours | 760 |
| Outside Clock Hours | 214 |
| Quarter Credits | 48.5 |
‡ Courses offered in a blended format, a combination of online and on ground.
TOTAL CREDIT HOURS: 48.5
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