Medical Billing and Coding Certificate Program
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Medical Billing and Coding Certificate Overview
It’s time to move your health care career forward. Become a medical billing and coding professional ready to play a key role in today’s technology-driven health care system.
- Develop in-demand skills through online coursework in anatomy, physiology, and pharmacology; medical billing, coding, and terminology; and insurance billing.
- Gain practice through interactive virtual labs and simulation software to apply what you know to real-world scenarios.
- Build industry credentials as you go — prepare to sit for a nationally recognized certification exam during your final term.
Program Approved by the AHIMA Professional Certificate Approval Program (PCAP)
This designation acknowledges the coding program as having been evaluated by a peer-review process against a national minimum set of standards for entry-level coding professionals. This process allows academic institutions to be acknowledged as offering an AHIMA-approved coding certificate program.
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Purdue Global Is Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission
The HLC (HLCommission.org) is an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
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What Courses Will I Take?
Coursework in the Medical Billing and Coding Certificate program helps build the basic skills and knowledge to submit medical claims for reimbursement, process bills, operate computerized billing systems, and gain a working knowledge of various insurance plans.
Sample Courses
- Reimbursement Methodologies
- Medical Terminology
- Pharmacology
- Diseases of the Human Body
- Medical Insurance and Billing
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Program Requirements
1 semester credit hour = 1.5 quarter credit hours
3-Week Trial
Not sure if Purdue Global is right for you? Try an undergraduate program for an introductory 3-week trial period.
There’s no financial obligation and no cost to apply. That’s the Purdue Global Commitment.
Students who choose to continue at Purdue Global will be billed for the full first term's tuition, including the 3-week trial. See Notes and Conditions below.
Admissions Requirements
You must be a high school graduate or possess a General Educational Development (GED) certificate or other equivalency diploma. You must also complete orientation before you start classes.
Refer to the University Catalog or speak to an Advisor to learn more.
Upcoming Start Dates
We offer multiple start dates to give you flexibility in your education, life, and work schedules.
Prepare for Medical Billing and Coding Certification
During your final term, you will take the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) Certified Billing and Coding Specialist (CBCS) exam to earn a nationally recognized certification before you graduate.
Keep building your credentials after graduation. The program also prepares you for the following certification exams:
- Certified Coding Associate (CCA)
- Certified Coding Specialist–Physician-Based (CCS-P®)
- Certified Coding Specialist (CCS®)
- Medical Coder and Biller Certification (MCBC)
- Insurance and Coding Specialist (NCICS)
You may be eligible for additional exams once you attain professional experience. See Notes and Conditions below for important information.
Ways to Save on Time and Tuition
Purdue Global works with students to find ways to reduce costs and make education more accessible. Contact us to learn about opportunities to save on your educational costs.
Transfer Credits
Earn credit for prior coursework completed at eligible institutions, including community colleges.
Prior Work Experience Reduction
You could earn undergraduate credit for your life and professional career experiences.
Financial Aid
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Grants and Loans
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Corporate Partner Benefits
Employees of Purdue Global partner organizations may be eligible for special tuition reductions.
Military Tuition Reduction
Undergraduate tuition savings for military include a 55% reduction per credit for current servicemembers and 38% per credit for veterans.
Prior Military Experience
Earn credit for your military training. The average Purdue Global military student is awarded 54% of the credits needed for an associate's and 45% of the credits needed for a bachelor's.
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Possible Behavioral Interview Questions for This Field of Study
- Tell me about a time when you had to solve a challenging problem, either during education or work. How did you approach the situation, and what was the outcome
- Describe your experience working with computerized billing or electronic medical records systems during your training and within work. How did you ensure accuracy when submitting electronic claims?
- Think of a time when you had to determine the correct ICD-10 or CPT code during your training. What steps did you take to ensure the code was appropriate and met insurance requirements?
- Within the Medical Billing and Coding Industry, ethical and legal standards are critical. Can you give an example of how you applied these standards in a work or education setting?
- Describe a time when you had to take on training for concepts and/or procedures that were new to you, and how you effectively gained the knowledge being shared.
Sample Skills Developed and Used in This Field
- Auditing
- Billing
- Communication
- CPT Coding
- Electronic Medical Record
- ICD Coding (ICD-9/ICD-10)
- Medical Billing
- Medical Coding
- Medical Records
- Medical Terminology
- Medicare
- Operations
- Organizational Skills
- Data Analysis
- Customer Service
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Purdue Global is dedicated to preparing students like you for the careers of tomorrow.
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Choosing a Certificate in Medical Billing and Coding
Become a key player in a technology-driven health care system. Learn the skills you need to submit claims, process billing, understand insurance plans, and more.
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