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Medical Billing
& Coding
Specialist
To Register Visit us:
Iowa Western Community College Continuing Health Education, Looft Hall 2700 College Road Council Bluffs, IA 51503
Email: [email protected]
Call: 712.325.3255
Online: www.iwcc.edu/Continuing_Education/health_occupations/billing.asp
Registration* deadline is June 7!
*must provide copy of transcript with registration,
email to [email protected]
Registration Fees
Pre-registration is required. Payment for Continuing Education classes is required at time of registration.
Refunds
You may cancel your registration 24 hours prior to the start of most classes & receive a 100% refund. Certain program restrictions may apply. Contact Continuing Education for details.
Learn More! Sheri Splichal, Coordinator Continuing Education 712.325.3265 [email protected]
Classes starting June 14, 2018!
Work Styles Medical billing & coding professionals play a vital role in today’s healthcare industry. It is how those in the healthcare field keep track of the data & paperwork involved with medical procedures, & keep information flowing efficiently between medical service providers & insurance companies. To be successful, you must be organized, dependable, comfortable working on a computer, & understand the importance of confidentiality.
Potential Employers Most medical billing & coding professionals work in hospitals, clinics, or physician offices. Some work in long-term care facilities, for home health services, private billing & coding companies, or the government.
Career Outlook According to the Bureau of Labor & Statistics, Medical Billing & Coding careers are expected to grow 21% through 2020.
Salary Information Wage range $14—$20 per hour.
Common Career Paths Advance from an entry-level position to positions with higher levels of pay, skill, & responsibility. Sample career path: Entry-level Billing & Coding Specialist Team Leader Health Information Manager (typically
has an associate’s or higher degree) Clinical Manager (typically has a
bachelor’s or higher degree) CONTINUING EDUCATION
Short-Term Career Training
Medical Billing & Coding Specialist June 14—December 1, 2018
About the Program This 164-hour class is taught in a hybrid format, incorporating face-to-face & online learning.
Program to Include Anatomy & medical terminology
Principles of medical billing
Understanding health insurance
Fundamentals of medical coding
Most up-to-date information on CPT, ICD-10, & HCPCS coding
Evaluation & management review
Expertise in reviewing & assigning correct procedure & diagnosis codes
Preparation for the AAPC Certified Professional Coder (CPC) exam*
*Due to the level of expertise required of medical coders, AAPC expects certified coders to be able to perform not only in an exam setting but also in the real world. In addition to passing the certification exam, coders will also be required to demonstrate on-the-job coding experience. Those who pass the CPC exam but have not yet met this requirement will be designated as an Apprentice (CPC-A) on their certificate. More information can be found at https://www.aapc.com/certification/cpc/
Program Schedule Anatomy & Medical Terminology June 14 —August 2 Tuesdays & Thursdays from 5—9pm No class July 3 & July 5
Medical Billing & Coding August 7 — November 27 Tuesdays & Thursdays from 6—9pm No class November 22
CPC Exam Saturday, December 1 at 7:30 am
Cost: $2,995 Cost includes textbooks, workbooks, study guide, AAPC 1st year student membership & Certified Professional Coder (CPC) exam.
Location Council Bluffs Campus, Looft Hall
Instructors Anatomy & Medical Terminology
Alisha Vorthmann, RN, BSN
Medical Billing & Coding Vicki Workman, CPC, CPMA, CPC-I, CEMC
Dawn Goodsell, RHIA, CCS, CPC, COC, CPC-I
Registration deadline is June 7!
Tuition Assistance FREE Education 2 Employment tuition assistance is available for eligible Iowa residents.
For more information about FREE tuition assistance contact:
Rachel Jensen Pathway Navigator [email protected] 712.325.3268
www.edu2employ.com
Requirements High School Diploma or Equivalent
2.5 GPA in high school or college (must provide copy of transcript (unofficial) with registration, email to [email protected])
2 years experience in medical field (can be school or work, provide a copy of resume with registration, email to [email protected])
Working knowledge of Windows-based PC & Microsoft Office
Access to computer with high-speed internet
