HI 1000

Medical Front Office Assistant and Administration Specialist

Online Certification Training

The perfect introduction into the front office environment of the healthcare industry. 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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346

Payment Plans for Every Student

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

Total Tuition

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4,000

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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 Front Office Assistant and Administration Specialist Do?

The advantage of earning both your medical office assistant and billing certifications is that it opens the door to more opportunities in more advanced front-office positions. This edge allows you the flexibility to take on more specialized responsibilities like managing insurance claims, reimbursement and coding. You’ll likely also become an asset to your medical office team with your broad knowledge base and ability to assist in many departments.

213,603

Entry Level Jobs in the US

Medical Front Office Assistant and Administration Specialist will see available jobs grow 22.5% 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 1000

Medical Front Office Assistant and Administration Specialist

According to BurningGlass Labor Insights, Medical Front Office Assistant jobs are projected to grow 22.5% over the next 10 years. While there will be high demand for qualified candidates, having the advantage of dual certifications will increase your job options.

Through our Medical Front Office Assistant and Administrative Specialist program, you’ll gain both medical receptionist training and billing and coding skills in only 21 weeks. Our program consists of five courses to build a thorough education and set you up for success – Professionalism in Allied Health, Human Anatomy and Medical Terminology, Medical Office Procedures and Administration, Microsoft Office Basics, and Billing, Insurance and Coding. When your program is complete, MedCerts covers your registration costs to sit for the Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA), sponsored by the NHA (National Healthcareer Association), and the Medical Coder & Biller Certification (MCBC), sponsored by the American Medical Certification Association (AMCA). Some of the career options you’ll find with these certifications include patient services representative/care coordinator, medical office administration/assistant/specialist, medical secretary, medical receptionist, and medical billing specialist.

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  1. Demonstrate an understanding of the soft skill expectations of an allied healthcare professional
  2. Comply with HIPAA/HITECH, OSHA, CMS and other healthcare regulations and laws
  3. Appropriately schedule patient services, understand insurance coverage and perform other medical front office procedures
  4. Differentiate between CPT, ICD-10-CM, HCPCS codes and know how to file a claim
  5. Comprehend payment adjudication, various claim statuses,and the resubmission process

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. eBook: Kinn’s Medical Administrative Assistant
  3. eBook: Medical Insurance, A Revenue Cycle Process Approach
  4. Competency assessments
  5. National Certification exam fee

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

*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

Eligible Certifications

CMAA

Certified Medical Administrative Assistant Certification

MCBC

Medical Coder & Biller Certification

Medical Front Office Assistant and Administration Specialist

Job Opportunities

Entry Level

Medical Billing Specialist

$27,000 – $51,000

Estimated Salary

Entry-Level

Medical Reception and Receptionist

$21,000 – $28,000

Estimated Salary

Medical Reimbursement Specialist

$29,000 – $79,000

Estimated Salary

Disclaimers

  1. This program meets additional approval requirements for the following state(s): Texas
  2. 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 Front Office Assistant and Administration Specialist Certification Training Program

A Medical Front Office Assistant and Administration Specialist is a professional who plays a crucial role in healthcare settings. They manage front office duties such as patient scheduling, handling medical records and billing. They also assist in administrative tasks, ensuring the smooth operation of a medical office.

The career outlook for a Medical Front Office Assistant and Administration Specialist is positive, with job opportunities expected to grow by 14% over the next decade—much faster than average.

The salary for these roles varies based on location and experience. Generally, Medical Billing Specialists earn between $27,000 and $51,000, Medical Receptionists between $21,000 and $28,000, and Medical Reimbursement Specialists between $29,000 and $79,000.

To become certified, you need to complete a specialized training program like MedCerts’ Medical Front Office Assistant and Administration Specialist course. After completing the program, you can sit for the Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA) and Medical Coder & Biller Certification (MCBC) exams.

The course covers skills in medical reception, billing, and coding, including:

Patient Scheduling

Insurance Coverage

Medical Office Procedures

Understanding of Medical Terminology

HIPAA/HITECH Compliance

Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED, access to a web browser with an internet connection and must complete the course registration and payment process.

The cost of the Medical Front Office Assistant and Administration Specialist program is $4,000. This cost includes the cost of materials and examination fees.

MedCerts offers various payment options, in an effort to make education accessible for all. These include monthly payment plans as low as $346 and utilization of government grant funding.

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

MyCAA

Army Credentialing Assistance

Coast Guard COOL

Air Force COOL

Workforce Funding (including WIOA)

The Medical Front Office Assistant and Administrative Specialist program is designed to be completed in 21 weeks if committing 15-20 hours of coursework per week.

The program is delivered online and includes interactive simulations, expert interviews and game-based learning. It covers five key areas:

Professionalism in Allied Health

Human Anatomy and Medical Terminology

Medical Office Procedures and Administration

Microsoft Office Basics

Billing, Insurance, and Coding

MedCerts’ program includes exam fees and preparation materials. The course is designed to prepare students for the MCBC and CMAA exams. 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, eBooks, competency assessments. MedCerts-covered materials also include the national certification exam fee. Students also receive support from dedicated Student Success Advisors and access to a Career Center post-program.

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.

*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 Front Office Assistant and Administration Specialist