Program Overview

The Medical Billing and Coding program prepares students to manage the healthcare revenue cycle, including:

• Extracting documentation from patient records to support accurate coding
• Assigning medical codes for diagnoses and procedures
• Submitting claims to insurance providers
• Recording insurance and patient payments
• Handling claim denials, secondary billing, and collections

While certification is not mandatory, most employers prefer candidates with a recognized credential from AAPC or AHIMA, as it demonstrates expertise and commitment to the profession.

Course Format

• Fully Online – Delivered through Moodle with no on-campus requirements
• Structured Schedule – Weekly assignments must be completed by set deadlines (not self-paced)
• No Late Submissions – Assignments lock after deadlines; timely completion is required for course success

Students must:

• Hold a high school diploma or equivalent
• Have basic keyboarding skills and familiarity with word processing software (e.g., Microsoft Word)
• Demonstrate strong English grammar and punctuation skills
• Meet the course requirement for each individual course (see prerequisites under course title)

Registration/Tuition & Financial Information

This program is offered through Workforce/Short-Term Continuing Education and does not qualify for FAFSA. Students are responsible for covering registration and textbook fees. Financial assistance may be available through third-party organizations or local support services.

Note: Course schedules are subject to change.

MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY;  OST-3150A

Medical Terminology (OST-3150A)

Duration: 144 hours (12 weeks)
Tuition: $180
👉 Course Outline

⚠ Registration Notice: Please register only if you are ready to complete payment.

📌 Exemption Request Guidelines

Course Overview

Learn the language of the medical field, including:

• Anatomy and physiology terminology for all body systems
• Laboratory medicine, pharmacology, and major diseases
• Terms used in physical exams, procedures, and diagnoses
• Commonly used prefixes, suffixes, root words, and combining forms

Textbook Requirement

📖 Essentials of Medical Language 2024 (w/ Connect Access) – $151.46 + tax

Must be purchased through the course (no outside purchases allowed). Includes eBook, Connect Access, and optional printed text

SECTION	DATE	FORMAT	SCHEDULE	REGISTER
54017	May 6 – July 29, 2025 Registration Deadline: May 1 @ 12 p.m.	Online (Asynchronous)	Weekly assignment deadlines
Opens July 7	Aug. 26 – Nov. 18, 2025 Registration Deadline: Aug. 21 @ 12 p.m.	Online (Asynchronous)	Weekly assignment deadlines

MEDICAL BILLING;  OST-3150B

Medical Billing (OST-3150B)
Duration: 160 hours (14 weeks)
Tuition: $180
👉 Course Outline

⚠ Registration Notice: Register only if you are ready to pay and have completed Medical Terminology or received an approved exemption.

Course Overview

This course covers:

• The medical billing process and revenue cycle
• Insurance payer plans, reimbursement methods, and claim preparation
• Introduction to medical coding
• Hands-on experience with the CMS-1500 claim form and billing software
• Extracting and coding diagnoses (ICD-10-CM) and procedures (HCPCS & CPT)

Certification & Next Steps

Upon completion, students are prepared to test for:
✔ Certified Professional Biller (CPB) – AAPC
✔ Eligible to continue to Medical Coding Outpatient required course for AAPC, CPC credential exam or Medical Coding Inpatient course for AACP, CIC or AHIMA, CCS credential exam.

Prerequisites

✅ Medical Terminology (or exemption approval)
❌ Cannot be taken concurrently with Medical Terminology.

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Textbook Requirement

📖 Medical Insurance: A Revenue Cycle Process Approach – $151.16 + tax

• Includes eBook, Connect Access, and optional printed text
• Must be purchased through the course (no outside purchases allowed).
  

SECTION	DATE	FORMAT	SCHEDULE	REGISTER
54018	April 29 – Aug. 4, 2025 Registration Deadline: April 24 @ 12 p.m.	Online – Asynchronous	Weekly assignment deadlines
Opens July 7	Aug. 19 – Nov. 24, 2025 Registration Deadline: Aug. 21 @ 12 p.m.	Online – Asynchronous	Weekly assignment deadlines

⚠ Please register only if you are ready to pay and have completed Medical Terminology or received an approved exemption.

MEDICAL CODING – OUTPATIENT;  OST-3150C

Medical Coding – Outpatient (OST-3150C)
Duration: 200 hours / 16 weeks
Tuition: $180
👉 Course Outline

Course Overview:

This course provides an in-depth study of diagnostic and procedural coding using ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS Level II codes. Students will learn to interpret medical records, apply coding guidelines, and ensure compliance with insurance and billing regulations. This course also helps develop the skills needed to take the Certified Professional Coder (CPC®) Exam and begin a rewarding career in medical coding.

Certification & Next Steps

Upon completion, students are prepared to test for:
✔  Certified Professional Coder (CPC)^®  – AAPC; or
✔ Certified Professional Coder (CPC)^® + Certified Professional Biller (CPB)^® dual certifications – AAPC

Prerequisites

✅ Medical Terminology (or exemption approval)
✅ Medical Billing

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Textbook Requirement

📖 Let’s Code It!; 2024-2025 with Connect Access Card – $189.14 + tax

Must be purchased through the course (no outside purchases allowed). Includes eBook, Connect Access, and optional printed text

📖 Pro Fee Coder Bundle – $269.99 + tax and shipping; AAPC
Students planning to take Inpatient Coding may opt for the Facility Coder Bundle
For more information on Manual updates,  click here.

AAPC Membership – $222; Required for credential exams but can be purchased at any time.

SECTION	DATE	FORMAT	SCHEDULE	REGISTER
54020	May 20 – Sept. 8, 2025 Registration Deadline: May 12 @ 12 p.m.	Online – Asynchronous	Weekly assignment deadlines

⚠ Please register only if you are ready to pay and have completed Medical Terminology or received an approved exemption.

MEDICAL CODING –INPATIENT;  OST-3150D

Medical Coding – Inpatient (OST-3150D)
Duration: 160 hours / 14 weeks
Tuition: $185
👉 Course Outline

Course Overview:

This course will focus on advanced medical coding and billing for Inpatient Services. Students will learn to apply ICD procedure coding conventions and guidelines, Procedure Coding System (PCS) Table navigation, and application of codes. Emphasis is placed on the interrelationship between anatomy and physiology and the application of procedure codes by reviewing clinical documentation to determine procedure intent and extent.

Certification & Next Steps

Upon completion, students are prepared to test for:
✔  Certified Inpatient Coder (CIC)^® certification  – AAPC; or
✔ Certified Coding Specialist (CCS^®) – AHIMA

Prerequisites

✅ Medical Terminology (or exemption approval)
✅ Medical Billing

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Textbook Requirement

📖 ICD-10-PCS: An Applied Approach, 2025 – $105 + tax/shipping
Must be purchased through the course (no outside purchases allowed).

📖 Facility Coder Bundle – $319.99 + tax/shipping; AAPC
For more information on Manual updates,  click here.

AAPC Membership – $222; Required for credential exams but can be purchased at any time.

SECTION	DATE	LOCATION	SCHEDULE	REGISTER
54143	June 10 – Sept. 9, 2025 Registration Closes: June 2 @ 12 p.m.	Online – Asynchronous	Weekly assignment deadlines

⚠ Registration Notice: Please register only if you are ready to complete payment.

⚠ Course has a minimum enrollment requirement of 8 students. This course will be postponed or cancelled if the minimum enrollment is not met by the registration deadline.