Introduction to Medical Billing and Coding

Overview

This introductory level course is designed for participants who want to gain skills related to the medical billing and coding profession. Topics covered in the course include positions in this field, insurance plans, health care forms, coding, charge and payment processes.

Objectives

After completing the course, participants will be able to:

• Discuss U.S. health insurance history and terminology
• Describe Medicaid and the Medicare-Medicaid relationship
• Explain the applications of Workers Compensation for medical billers
• Complete basic claim forms and describe the differences in claim types
• Discuss the varuiys types of health insurance
• Discuss the CPT and ICD-9-CM coding
• Follow the medical claims steps from predetermination to the end of a claim’s life
• Apply different types of patient statements and follow the steps in the management of the billing process
• Identify the administrative tasks for the medical billing cycle

Format

Introduction to Medical Billing and Coding is a 40-hour course, offered in multiple sessions based upon the needs of the customer. The course is delivered in an interactive, learner-centered style of facilitation.

Special Features

• Experiential coverage of health care forms and insurance claims
• Hands-on practice with Case Studies

Benefits

• Participants gain real world practice with sample case studies.
• Participants acquire skills and knowledge that help equip them for roles in medical billing and coding.