Whether you are just starting work or transitioning from a different field, there has never been a better time to enter a career in medical billing and coding. More than one million practicing physicians in the U.S. rely on medical billers and coders to receive payment for their services.
These professionals are in-demand within medical facilities, health insurance companies, specialty pharmacies, medical suppliers, consulting firms, and national medical coding and billing companies. With the right medical billing and coding certification training, the opportunities are nearly endless!
This Medical Billing and Coding course will prepare you for success as you learn about legal, ethical, and regulatory concepts central to this field, including HIPAA compliance, official coding guidelines, and third-party payer requirements. You will come to understand all phases of the revenue cycle—from patient registration through medical coding, claims submission, reimbursement, and collections.
Included in your tuition, you will receive a voucher to sit for the medical billing and coding certification exam that best fits your career goals:
Funding Disclaimer: For Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) funded students, please consult with your funding source representative before taking advantage of the Medical Terminology test-out feature. Different funding programs may have specific requirements and/or restrictions. If you attempt the test-out feature(s) in the Medical Terminology course without getting approval, your funding benefits may be jeopardized.
There are no prerequisites to take this course.
What is medical billing and coding? What does a medical biller and coder do?
Medical billers and coders are responsible for processing patient data, including medical records and related insurance. In this position, you will code a patient’s diagnosis and then request payment from the patient’s insurance company. You will play an important role in ensuring that healthcare providers are quickly and accurately paid for the treatment they give patients.
Is medical billing and coding in high demand?
Yes. There is a high demand for qualified medical billing and coding professionals in the healthcare industry today. Demand will increase as the population in the U.S. ages. For example, medical records specialists job openings are projected to add 14,200 new roles annually, by 2034, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How long does it take to become a medical coder?
Our medical coding courses are self-paced and completed in 12 months or less. You will then have the option to prepare and sit for one of the following national certifications: 1) NHA’s Certified Billing and Coding Specialist (CBCS), 2) AAPC’s Certified Professional Coder (CPC), or 3) AHIMA’s Certified Coding Associate (CCA). Once you are certified, you’ll have the qualifications you need to find an entry-level job.
What is the salary for a medical biller and coder?
According to the AAPC 2025 salary survey results, medical records specialists without certification average $61,022 per year, while certified medical records specialists average $66,186 annually—8.5% more than their noncertified colleagues.
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