Medical Billing & Coding Specialist Training

Start Date Schedule

June 19, 2023 Mon-Fri 9-2

Program Overview

The Medical & Billing Coding Specialist is a 6 month Hybrid certificate program that provides students with the knowledge and skills required to work as a medical biller in a variety of healthcare settings. The program will also provide training in the currently used ICD-10 code set. The main role of a coding and billing specialist is to process and verify the accuracy of manage insurance claims, invoices, and payments.

Program Objective and Goals

The purpose of the medical billing and coding program is to provide students with the comprehensive knowledge needed to work as an entry level medical biller/coder. Medical billing and coding program is designed to train you understand medical billing cycle, HIPAA, healthcare claim preparation & transmission procedure. You will be trained to use ICD-10 and CPT codes.

Clinical Externship

At the end of the medical billing and coding training, the student will be scheduled for a mandatory 80 hours clinical externship where he/she can gain hands-on experience in a physician’s office, hospital, or billing & coding management company. Externships allow students to develop billing/coding skills and to make professional relations with working professionals.

AIHT has clinical affiliations with local healthcare facilities including private medical practices and medical billing/coding companies. Students will be placed at these facilities to gain real time experience.

Certification Exam Eligibility

Graduates of the programs will be eligible to take Medical Billing and Coding certification exam offered by National Healthcare Association. Graduates who pass the exam will earn the Certified Billing and Coding Specialist (CBCS) credential from NHA.

Job Outlook

Medical Billing and Coding employment is projected to grow 9% from 2020 to 2030, about as fast as the average for all occupations.

Skills and Education

Medical Terminology
ICD-10 and CPT codes
Medical Billing Cycle
Medical Insurance
Claim Procedure
Electronic Health Records
Communication and interpersonal skills

Financial Assistance

Student Payment Plan

Hybrid Program

Interactive Online Learning from 9am – 2 pm
In-person for all exams

Externship Sites

CPa Billing
Connecticut Medical Management
Family Vision Center
HR Control Solutions
Preventive Healthcare Solutions
The Vascular Experts

Testimonials

Jessica Espinosa, Vascular Technologist

Started in July of 2019 and graduated in 2021 from their Vascular Technology program. The professors and faculty were attentive and supportive throughout it all, even with a pandemic going on. The school arranges the students externship site, and I was fortunate to get a job offer at my site by the end of it. I’m super blessed to start 2022 with a great career!

Alexcia Delmonico, Cardiovascular Technology

I enrolled for the cardiovascular technologist program as the offerings of the program intrigued me and also to boost my career from a dead-end desk job. The instructors in AIHT are considerate and very helpful. They make sure that every student understands the material and often give extra time to students after class to clear their doubts. I strongly believe that after gaining knowledge from AIHT, I’ll be looking forward to work in a rewarding career where I can keep learning and growing.

Bryan Oei, Medical Billing and Coding

Earlier I worked as a bartender and at construction sites. I was always inclined towards having my career in the medical field. I feel joining AIHT was one of the best decisions of my life. When I was facing difficulties in understanding a few concepts, my instructor personally tutored me before my final exam to ensure all my concepts were clear. I have had an amazing experience of learning and growing in AIHT and I look forward to get my national certification.

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AIHT is a leading institute for healthcare training in Connecticut. Our comprehensive program offerings, experienced faculty and opportunity-rich courses give students the tools they need to succeed in their fields.

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