Become a Medical Biller & Coder
Providing quality healthcare involves more than face-to-face patient care. Medical Billing and Coding employees handle the behind-the-scenes operations that are vital to the success of medical practices. Swedish Institute’s Medical Billing and Coding program provides students with an understanding of the foundation and skills required for entry-level employment in billing offices and medical administration.
Graduates of the Medical Billing and Coding program receive a certificate that is authorized by the New York State Board of Regents and are eligible to enroll in our Clinical and Medical Assistant degree program if they decide to further their education to include exposure to clinical care skills.
Fast Facts
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State of New York annual
average wage = $55,180* -
National median wage for Medical Records Specialists was $46,660 per year*
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Medical Billing and Coding Program Length
12-month track (day)
15-month track (evening) -
Sample Medical Billing and Coding Program Schedule
What to Expect in the Medical Billing and Coding Program
Our Medical Billing and Coding program is available in a 48 quarter-credit course sequence and can be completed in 12 or 15 months. We offer both day and evening medical billing and coding classes to fit your busy schedule. Our medical billing and coding classes will provide you with the skills needed to code, bill, and process healthcare claims.
The Medical Billing and Coding program will prepare you to handle the responsibilities associated with medical insurance, coding, processing, and medical administrative procedures, and to meet the regulatory requirements of the healthcare delivery system. With our medical billing and coding classes, you will gain an in-depth knowledge of ICD-9-CM/ICD-10-CM manuals, V codes, E codes and CPT manual and coding guidelines. You will also be provided with course materials to assist in preparation for the National Health Career Association (NHA) Certified Billing and Coding Specialist (CBCS) certification examination.
Does Swedish Institute’s Medical Billing and Coding Program offer a flexible schedule?
Yes! Our Medical Billing and Coding program is available in a variety of schedule options. We offer a daytime class schedule that can be completed in as little as 12 months and an evening class schedule that can be completed in as little as 15 months. We also use a hybrid learning approach – both in the classroom and online. Through Swedish Institute’s iPad program, every student receives an iPad which assists with virtual learning, provides communication with classmates and instructors and provides access to your course materials no matter where you are.
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What Does a Medical Billing & Coding Professional Do?
Medical Billers and Coders process billing and insurance claims, and organize and manage health information data to ensure information maintains its quality, accuracy, accessibility and security in both paper files and electronic systems. Upon successful completion of medical billing and coding training, you will be able to:
- Utilize electronic healthcare records while maintaining the confidentiality and security of patient information
- Complete tasks such as office scheduling, medical billing, and records management
- Perform diagnostic and procedure coding, and demonstrate routine and specialized procedures used in billing and insurance processing in a variety of healthcare settings
Medical Billing and Coding Career Opportunities
With medical billing and coding training from Swedish Institute, graduates of this certificate program can be prepared to pursue entry-level jobs with job titles such as:
Medical billing specialist
Medical biller
Insurance claims specialist
Medical records technician
Medical Billing and Coding Salary Opportunities
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor and Statistics, the annual average wage for Medical Records Specialists in the state of New York was $55,350.* Salary will vary based on experience, location of employment, and the specific job title and duties being performed.**
*National Data Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment Statistics Survey Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics and Occupational Outlook Handbook (site visited 9.15.22) National long-term projections and salary averages may not reflect local and/or short-term economic or job conditions and do not guarantee actual growth or any particular salary. Swedish Institute does not guarantee employment. Swedish Institute cannot guarantee a student’s eligibility either to take any exam or become certified, registered, or licensed.
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