Denver's Medical Billing/Coding Program
This is an online program, all classes listed below must be taken in this program, no exceptions. Students must demonstrate basic computer skills and Internet skills or students will need to take the prerequisite classes listed below.
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What’s the average pay for medical coders? Job Title | Hourly Pay | Annual Salary | Receptionist/entry-level Medical Clerical | $12.99 | $27,020 | Billing Clerks, Medical Record Clerks, Medical Secretaries | $16.37 | $34,050 | Experienced Medical Secretaries | $19.34 | $40,230 |
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Why consider medical billing/coding?
| Work in a physician’s office or clinic
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| Work in the front office or in the back
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| Careers offer flexible work hours
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| Gain experience with hands-on training
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What types of jobs can I choose?
Claim reviewer
Coder facility based
Coder physician based
Coding consultant
Coding specialist
Coding supervisor
Coding training
Compliance audit specialist
| Educator
Insurance manager
Medical billing clerk
Medical bill & account collector
Medical posting clerk
Medical records supervisor
Medical office manager
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What types of companies can I work for?
Insurance companies
Nursing homes
Billing agencies
Peer review organizations
Sheriff’s departments
Physician’s offices
Hospitals
FBI
| Universities
Consulting firms
Lawyer’s offices
Accreditation agencies
Home health agencies
Public health departments
Employment contractors- temporary help
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Medical Coding Online Program Description
The Medical Billing/Coding Program will teach you skills in coding as it pertains to patient diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis. This detail-oriented task requires a good understanding of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology, as well as proficiency in proper use of the ICD-9-CM, CPT, and HCPCS code books. The Medical Coding program can be completed in the classroom, online, or a combination of the two. The Medical Billing Program will give you the skills and knowledge to work in medical accounting, medical billing, and medical records positions.
Total Contact Hours: 600.00
Total Credit Hours: 31.00
Estimated Program Cost: $3866.00 + $520 Materials
Estimated Time to Complete: 12 months
The estimated costs are for reference only. Exact prices will be assigned during the registration process.For a schedule of classes or to register online now, click here.
To register by phone, call 720-423-4702. To register in person, visit the 2nd Floor registration area, 1250 Welton Street, Denver.
