MEDICAL BILLING AND CODING

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Become a competent and compassionate medical assistant, ready to support healthcare teams and provide high-quality patient care. Enroll at NOVA Career Institute and unlock your future in healthcare!

Program type: Diploma

Delivery method: On campus

Course length: 9 months aproximatetly

Program Objective

The objective of the Medical Billing and Coding Program at NOVA Career Institute is to prepare students for a career in medical billing and coding by providing comprehensive training in medical terminology, coding systems, healthcare reimbursement processes, and electronic health records management. Students will gain the skills needed to accurately code medical procedures and diagnoses, ensuring proper billing and compliance with healthcare regulations. The program aims to develop proficient medical billing and coding specialists who can efficiently manage healthcare data and support the financial operations of healthcare facilities.

What will I do?

As a medical billing and coding specialist, you will:

  • Coding Duties: Assign appropriate medical codes to diagnoses and procedures using ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS coding systems.

  • Billing Responsibilities: Prepare and submit medical claims to insurance companies, ensuring accuracy and compliance.

  • Patient Interaction: Communicate with patients to clarify billing questions and resolve issues.

  • Data Management: Maintain and update patient records, ensuring confidentiality and accuracy.

This role is crucial in the healthcare industry, ensuring that providers are reimbursed correctly and efficiently for their services.

Clinical Externship Site

The Medical Billing and Coding Program at NOVA Career Institute includes an externship component, providing students with practical experience in a healthcare setting.

During the externship, students will:

  • Work alongside experienced billing and coding professionals.

  • Apply classroom knowledge to real-world scenarios.

  • Gain hands-on experience with medical billing software and electronic health records.

  • Develop a deeper understanding of the healthcare reimbursement process.

This externship ensures students are well-prepared to enter the workforce as competent billing and coding specialists.

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