The Business Technology Program – Medical Billing Certificate is designed to prepare students for a career as a Medical Billing Professional. Students gain skills and knowledge in computer applications, medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, medical office procedures, and medical billing. Increasing reimbursement pressures within the healthcare industry have increased the need among provider organizations to hire highly trained, highly skilled medical billers. Professionals with an understanding of medical insurance, reimbursement methodologies, and the claims process are in high demand. Students are encouraged to build on the certificate and obtain the Medical Coding & Billing Certificate or an Associate’s degree at the College.
Requirements
Fall Semester
Spring Semester
BST104: If waived, must be replaced with a Business course.
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Completion of a program is based on full time enrollment. Many of our students attend part time and may not complete within the one year timeline.
Upon successful completion of the Medical Billing Certificate, students are able to:
- Demonstrate desirable work habits including verbal/written communication skills, technological competence, critical thinking, problem solving, self-reliance, cooperativeness, and adaptability.
- Analyze ethical issues and apply ethical standards in the performance of responsibilities in the healthcare environment.
- Assume an entry-level position as a medical billing specialist in various health care settings.
- Sit for the national qualifying examination Certified Professional Biller (CPB).
- Demonstrate the ability to navigate between patients, healthcare providers, and insurance companies (also known as payers) to arrange for reimbursement of healthcare services in a wide variety of medical settings.
Prerequisite Statement
To graduate within this program in the specified time, students must begin in the Fall semester and successfully place into required courses based on placement test results and/or high school GPA. Academic advisors can assist with questions.
Program Completion for Business Programs
Completion of a program is based on full time enrollment. Many of our students attend part time and may not complete within the specified timeline.