Full course description
Through Emerge Education’s 28-week Medical Coding and Billing Professional certificate program, you’ll be qualified to sit for 3 certification exams: the Certified Professional Coder (CPC-A) through the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) and the Certified Coding Specialist - Physician-based through the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) and the Medical Coder & Biller Certification by the American Medical Certification Association (AMCA).
A professional medical coding and billing professional operates in two different capacities. They work by assigning medical codes and processing healthcare insurance claims. By being able to fill both roles, medical coding and billing professionals are highly sought after.
In order to participate in this program you’ll need a High School Diploma or GED and a web browser with internet connection.
Through this training, you’ll be able to:
- Accurately locate documentation in the patient record to support coding and billing processes
- Submit claims for reimbursement based on payer policies and procedures
- Review patient records and assign numerical codes for each diagnosis and procedure
- Specialize in physician-based settings such as physician offices, group practices, multi-specialty clinics or specialty centers
- Provide practical application of coding operative reports and evaluation and management services
Affordable financing options are available for your certification program!
PAYPAL
In addition to a secure Pay in Full alternative, PayPal offers a Pay Monthly option, which conveniently offers 6, 12, and 24-month payment plans to facilitate a path that best works for you. It's easy!
-
- No sign-up or late fees.
- Choose a plan and pay nothing today.
- Use autopay for your payments It’s easy!
Click the Enroll Now button above to learn more about this PayPal option.
CLIMB CREDIT
A financing option designed especially for professionals like you who want to enhance their careers by pursuing a certification program.
-
- ** REQUIRED ** eligible for tuition reimbursement through your employer
- No repayment penalty
- Use autopay and receive a 0.25% interest rate reduction
- Students are welcome to apply and just explore their options! There is no obligation to accept the loan.
- The 5-minute application gives you results instantly.
- Climb Financing FAQs
Call or Text (717.790.9693) or email your Emerge Education Workforce Specialist to start your application or to learn more about Climb financing.