HI 1100

Medical Billing Specialist

Online Certification Training

Start your medical front office career with this entry-level certification program. Watch our program sneak peek below!

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Some MedCerts programs are restricted in certain states or regions. Please review our State Restriction page to view what restrictions there may be in your state/region or residence of employment and ensure you are eligible for enrollment. 


These restrictions may not apply to students taking programs through an employer, academic or government-sponsored model – including MyCAA and Army, Air Force or Coast Guard.” Credentialing Assistance. To determine eligibility, please confirm with your sponsor or review our military spouse MyCAA-approved or Military Credentialing Assistance-approved programs

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MedCerts programs are developed with collaboration from our in-house production team, industry-recognized subject matter experts and our education technology design team. From interactive simulations, interviews with real world experts, game based learning and more, our Instructional Design education model is created to meet the needs of every type of learner.

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MedCerts Tuition Advantage

We believe everyone should have access to higher education. With the option to pay in full, break down payments or utilize government grant funding, we help expand that access.

Monthly Payment Options as low as

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173

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Talk with an Education Consultant to pick the perfect payment plan, from paying in full to installments with interest rates from 0-12%.

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The total tuition can be paid immediately or through a number of grant-funded or monthly payment plan options.

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The pricing listed above for a monthly payment plan is an estimate for the cost of an 12-month payment plan including down payment. Final pricing is given at time of purchase and may vary from both pricing examples above.
*Students in Maryland are not eligible for MedCerts payment plans but may be eligible for other tuition options. Speak to an Education Consultant for further information.

MyCAA, Department of Defense Credentialing Assistance/COOL and Workforce Grants

MedCerts offers financial aid options through these government grant-funded programs – MyCAA, Workforce Funding (including WIOA), and Department of Defense Credentialing Assistance or COOL funding for the Army, Air Force and Coast Guard. Those eligible include Military Spouses; active duty Army, Reserves, and National Guard members; active duty Air Force, Air Force Reserve, Air Force National Guard, and US Space Force; active duty Coast Guard and SELRES members (enlisted and officers); or workforce-funded qualifying job seekers. Speak to an Education Consultant to see if you qualify.

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What Does a Medical Billing Specialist Do?

Medical Billing Specialists have the option to work in either an insurance office or a variety of healthcare environments, including doctors’ offices, hospitals, and healthcare facilities. Some responsibilities include interacting with patients, extracting information from their medical records related to medical procedures, diagnoses, and symptoms, and preparing them for reimbursement submission.

32,124

Entry Level Jobs in the US

Medical Billing Specialists will see available jobs grow 2.1% over the next ten years.

All available job and salary information is from Burning Glass Labor Insights and is updated annually to reflect industry changes.

What You’ll Learn

HI 1100

Medical Billing Specialist

Entering into medical billing online training is a great entry-level opportunity for someone with a knack for data entry and a detail-oriented personality. Our Medical Billing and Coding online courses – Professionalism in Allied Health, Human Anatomy & Medical Terminology, and Insurance, Billing and Coding Essentials, create a comprehensive 14-week program.

Insurance and Billing, and Coding Essentials will immerse you in the world of medical billing and prepare you with the knowledge of diagnosis coding, procedure coding, reimbursement processes, and understanding insurance companies.

After completion of our medical billing and coding online courses, you’ll be prepared to take the Medical Coder & Biller Certification (MCBC) exam, authorized through the American Medical Certification Association (AMCA)*.

For more details about this program, our blog post breaks down the skills needed and what it’s like to train at MedCerts to earn the Medical Billing certification.

*Students enrolled in this program using Army Credentialing Assistance have the option to sit for the Billing Coding Specialist Certification (BCSC) certification, from the American Medical Certification Association (AMCA), as it is a recognized credential through the Army CA program.

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  1. Explain the revenue cycle and process of medical billing in order to transmit CMS-1500 claim forms using ICD and CPT codes
  2. Describe front-end duties related to patient demographics, insurance verification, authorization, and referral forms
  3. Ensure accuracy with payment processing, adjudication, remittance advice or explanation of benefits
  4. Ensure HIPAA, OSHA, and CMS compliance as applicable to protected health information, safety, claim submission, and prevention of fraud.

Enrollment Requirements

  1. High School Diploma or GED
  2. Web browser with internet connection
  3. Course registration & payment

MEDCERTS-COVERED MATERIALS*

  1. Expert-led video based training
  2. Competency assessments
  3. National Certification exam fee
  4. eBook: Medical Insurance, A Revenue Cycle Process Approach

STUDENT SERVICES

  1. Dedicated Student Success Advisors
  2. Tailored support based on performance & behavior
  3. Exam preparation process
  4. 1 yr. post-program access to Career Center & Career Coaches

*The cost of all materials needed for this program are covered by MedCerts. They are not included in the tuition costs and the student is not liable for any costs or fees related to the above materials.

Required Courses
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Course
Duration
Total Program Duration

Eligible Certifications

MCBC

Medical Coder & Biller Certification

Medical Billing Specialist

Job Opportunities

Medical Billing Assistant

$29,900 – $41,000

Estimated Salary

Medical Insurance Billing Representative

$41,000 – $49,000

Estimated Salary

Medical Insurance Specialist

$32,000 – $66,000

Estimated Salary

Disclaimers

  1. While MedCerts training and related target certifications may be accepted and/or approved by your state of residency, employers reserve the right to dictate prerequisite education, experience, or certification/licensure requirements for their positions. We strongly advise students to research target job posts from area employers and relevant state requirements, barriers, or restrictions prior to enrollment to ensure eligibility upon graduation.

FAQs for MedCerts’ Online Medical Billing Specialist Certification Course

A Medical Billing Specialist is a professional responsible for preparing and submitting billing data and insurance claims in healthcare settings. They interact with patients, extract medical record information, and ensure accurate reimbursement processes.

Salary ranges for Medical Billing Specialists typically vary from $29,900 to $66,000, depending on the role and location.

To become a certified Medical Billing Specialist (MCBC), you need to complete a training program like MedCerts’ and pass the Medical Coder and Biller Certification (MCBC) exam issued by the American Medical Certification Association (AMCA).

The MedCerts program covers diagnosis coding, procedure coding, reimbursement processes, insurance understanding, HIPAA, OSHA and CMS compliance, along with practical skills in medical billing processes.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, internet access, and course registration & payment.

The program costs $2,000.

Yes, MedCerts offers payment options, including monthly payments as low as $173.

While MedCerts does not offer financial aid, students may be eligible for options through government grant-funded programs such as:

MyCAA

Army Credentialing Assistance

Coast Guard COOL

Air Force COOL

Workforce Funding (including WIOA)

The Medical Billing Specialist program duration is 14 weeks.

The program includes expert-led video training, interactive simulations, and competency assessments, focusing on various aspects of medical billing and coding.

Yes, exam fees and prep materials are included in the program cost. The course is designed to prepare students for the MCBC exam. Additionally, MedCerts students are provided access to a Student Success Advisor team, Subject Matter Experts and Career Coaches to assist with exam prep.

The program includes expert-led video training, competency assessments, national certification exam fees, an eBook, and dedicated student support services.

Some MedCerts programs are restricted in certain states or regions. Please review our State Restriction page to view what restrictions there may be in your state/region or residence of employment and ensure you are eligible for enrollment.

We’re not institutionally accredited as a training provider, but the certification you’ll earn in this program is accredited through the exam-issuing authority, National Healthcareer Association (NHA). So while our school itself doesn’t hold accreditation, you’ll earn an accredited certification upon passing your national exam.

*All available job and salary information is pulled from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, when possible, or compiled from national reported averages and is updated annually to reflect industry changes.

Medical Billing Specialist