Your new career in medical billing begins by getting educated
- 100% online coursework you can take right at home
- Program length: 8-20 months
- Transfer up to 45 approved credits into an associate degree program
- Associate degree and diploma options
- Be fully prepared for the Certified Billing & Coding Specialist (CBCS) certification exam upon graduation
- Pathway to further your education (BS, MBA)
If you’re good at details, a medical billing degree could be the perfect fit for you.
The healthcare industry relies on skilled medical billing professionals to accurately submit claims for reimbursement and collect payment for the services provided. Earning your associate degree or diploma in medical billing and insurance is a great place to start preparing for a career in this growing field. And with Herzing's online medical billing classes, you'll have the flexibility to learn and earn your degree or diploma from work, home, or wherever it's convenient.
What do medical billing and insurance professionals do?
- Send information to the appropriate patients, insurance companies, doctors and medical facilities
- Process insurance claims for billing and pursue payment
- Follow claims to enure reimbursement is occurring
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Choose your path in medical billing
Want to get on the job market ASAP? Get your new career in medical billing rolling fast by enrolling in our diploma program.
- Program length: 8 months
- Credits required: 28
- Earned: Diploma in Medical Billing and Insurance
Build a firm foundation in billing and insurance processes and prepare for an entry-level position as a medical biller.
- Program length: 20 months
- Credits required: 61
- Earned: Associate and Associate of Applied Science in Medical Billing and Insurance
What about medical coding?
You may be considering a role as a medical billing and coding specialist. With enough education and experience you can potentially excel wearing both hats.
However, healthcare revenue cycle management takes both medical billing and medical coding—and the jobs are different.
There are separate career opportunities down both tracks, especially in regard to entry-level positions in larger institutions.
If you consider yourself more introverted (and not as enthusiastic about working with patients!) you may be a better fit for a dedicated medical coding program.
What certifications will I be eligible for?
Graduate with either a degree or diploma in medical billing and insurance from Herzing University and you’ll be prepared to take the Certified Billing and Coding Specialist (CBCS) exam from the National Healthcareer Association (NHA).
Herzing University’s curriculum includes a course dedicated to help you prep for the exam.
After graduation from our program you will be eligible to take the CBCS exam and become certified.
Ready to take the next step?
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Find out which degree program is right for you. Call 1-800-596-0724 to learn more about Herzing's programs.
What can I do with a medical billing degree?
A career in medical billing could be right for you if you:
- Are comfortable navigating computer software programs
- Are a people person with good phone skills
- Are very detail-oriented and have an eye for catching mistakes others miss
- Are ready to become fluent in medical terminology
- Take an interest in the business of healthcare
- Work well autonomously
Possible job titles may include Insurance Specialist, Medical Biller, Medical Billing Specialist and Medical Insurance Representative.
Job outlook
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of billing and posting clerks is expected to rise 10% from 2018-2028, faster than the 5% average across all U.S. occupations.
Now is an excellent to begin developing the skills necessary to enter a growing career field in healthcare.
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The goal of this program is to provide the student with a thorough understanding of the content of the medical record as well as extensive training in anatomy, physiology, the disease processes, and medical terminology. This program will provide the student with the knowledge and understanding to analyze medical records and assign codes to classify diagnoses and procedures while applying the principles of professional and ethical conduct. The program will prepare the student for an entry-level position as a medical biller and/or medical coder in a hospital, clinic, physician's office, or other healthcare facility.
The goal of this program is to provide the student with a thorough understanding of the content of anatomy, physiology, disease processes, and medical terminology. This program will provide the student with the knowledge and understanding of the insurance and billing processes and procedures. The student will gain an understanding of the importance of patient privacy while applying the principles of professional and ethical conduct. The program will prepare the student for an entry-level position as a medical biller in a hospital, clinic, physician's office, or other healthcare facility.
The goal of this program is to provide the student with a thorough understanding of the content of the medical record as well as extensive training in anatomy, physiology, disease processes, and medical terminology. This program will provide the student with the knowledge and understanding to analyze medical records and assign codes to classify diagnoses and procedures while applying the principles of professional and ethical conduct. The program will prepare the student for an entry-level position as a medical biller and/or medical coder in a hospital, clinic, physician's office, or other healthcare facility.
The goal of this program is to provide the student with a thorough understanding of the content of anatomy, physiology, disease processes, and medical terminology. This program will provide the student with the knowledge and understanding of the insurance and billing processes and procedures. The student will gain an understanding of the importance of patient privacy while applying the principles of professional and ethical conduct. The program will prepare the student for an entry-level position as a medical biller in a hospital, clinic, physician's office, or other healthcare facility.
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* Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook. Multiple factors, including prior experience, age, geography and degree field, affect career outcomes. Herzing does not guarantee a job, promotion, salary increase or other career growth. BLS estimates do not represent entry-level wages and/or salary.
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