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Medical Billing Diploma Program |
 Who is a Medical Biller? |
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The healthcare services industry is expected to hire more financial specialists, particularly billers, to match the explosive growth of this field. A Medical Biller processes the paperwork required to complete patient claims.
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| What will the Medical Billing program teach me? |
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Through Brighton's online Medical Billing program, you will learn the necessary skills to become a successful medical biller. These skills include efficiently processing medical claims, billing insurance companies, and handling patient invoices. Courses include medical terminology, medical office procedures, medical billing, and medical coding, including utilization of the ICD-9 and the CPT.
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| Do I need prior medical experience to take the Medical Billing program? |
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Previous medical experience is not needed. Brighton starts with the basics and guides you step-by-step through easy-to-understand lessons. Students with little or no medical experience learn quickly and easily. The Medical Billing program is detailed and comprehensive so that you acquire the needed skills to become a successful Medical Biller. If you do have previous experience, you will be able to use your current knowledge to complete your training faster.
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| How long does the Medical Billing program take to complete? |
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The length of the program depends on you! If you work an average 10-15 hours per week, you will graduate in approximately 6-9 months. However the Medical Billing program is completely self-paced so you are able to progress as fast as you would like. |
| Where can I work as a Medical Biller? |
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You can obtain employment as a medical biller in a variety of settings including doctors' offices, medical clinics, hospitals, and nursing home facilities.
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| What courses are in the Medical Billing program? |
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The following courses are included in the Medical Billing program. Courses are released one at a time to maximize learning. The Medical Billing program has a total of 27 credit hours.
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| MED 101 |
Introduction to Health Care |
1 Credit Hour |
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An overview of the evolution of medicine, the role of allied health professionals and the different medical specialties. |
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| BUS 100 |
Skills for Success |
2 Credit Hours |
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This course assists a learner who is
entering or reentering college. Students have opportunities for practicing skills necessary for
success in school, as well as strategies for time management, communication, and balancing
work/life responsibilities. Its intent is to prepare students for academic and professional success.
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| KYB 101 |
Keyboarding |
1 Credit Hour |
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This course provides students with correct
keyboarding techniques and typing procedures. Students work toward increasing typing
speed and accuracy.
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| MED 102 |
Essentials of Medical Terminology |
3 Credit Hours |
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An exploration of the systems of the human body including the
musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, respiratory, gastrointestinal, and
urinary systems as well as reproductive, integumentary,
blood/lymph, endocrine and nervous systems and how they relate
to each other. In addition, some of the most common diseases and
disorders affecting these systems and the treatments for them are discussed.
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| ENG 101 |
Business English |
3 Credit Hours |
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A comprehensive study covering grammar,
editing, writing and usage skills vital to successful written communication. This course is
designed to assist students with the mechanics of writing and to improve their ability to write
clearly.
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| MED 104 |
Medical Office Procedures |
4 Credit Hours |
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Administrative procedures utilized in a
healthcare office setting covering communications, appointment scheduling and record keeping.
Students utilize Medisoft, medical office software, for patient account transactions.
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| MBL 101 |
Medical Billing I |
2 Credit Hours |
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An introduction to the field of medical insurance billing and reimbursement including insurance payment methods,
HIPAA and the legal medical record, the billing and reimbursement cycle, physician coding and compliance, and claims processing. |
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| MBL 102 |
Medical Billing II |
2 Credit Hours |
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A continuation of the study of medical insurance billing and reimbursement including health care payers such as Medicare, Medicaid, TRICARE and CHAMPVA.
Worker's Compensation, disability and hospital billing are also addressed. Prerequisite: MBL 101
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| MCB 101 |
Basic Medical Coding |
3 Credit Hours |
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An introduction to medical coding in physician practices. The ICD-9-CM and CPT are covered. Students apply
the concepts by completing coding exercises. Strategies for coding compliance are also addressed.
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| MED 201 |
Medical Law and Ethics |
3 Credit Hours |
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This course provides an overview of the
laws and ethics needed to give competent, compassionate care to patients that is within
acceptable legal and ethical boundaries. This course can serve as a guide to help resolve the
many legal and ethical questions a health care practitioner will face in the work environment.
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| BUS 101 |
Career Development |
3 Credit Hours |
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An overview of the world of work
emphasizing job search techniques, resumes and interviewing.
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| What's Included? |
Everything! There are no hidden costs and everything you need to successfully complete the program is included. All textbooks and course materials are from industry-proven publishers.
 * books and materials may vary
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Tuition and Fees |
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| Payment Plans: |
The total price for the Brighton College Medical Billing program is $1798.
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Full Payment Plan: pay the total program price of $1798. |
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Automatic Payment Plan: pay a $98 down payment and ten interest free monthly payments of $170
for a total program price of $1798. Payments will automatically be charged monthly to your credit card. |
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Financial Loan: Call Brighton College at 1.800.231.3803 for details. |
Tuition Reimbursement:
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All Brighton College programs are affiliated with DANTES, which qualifies U.S. military personnel for tuition reimbursement.
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