Q. How can I become a Medical Biller?
A. Becoming a medical biller typically requires a HS diploma or equivalent and formal training through an accredited institution can also be helpful when seeking employment in this field, courses typically cover topics like medical terminology, HIPAA Guidelines, and how to work with various types of medical insurance as well as learning how to use the CMS-1500 Claim Form and the UB-04 Claim Form.
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Q. What does a Medical Billing Specialist do?
A. Medical Billers file and manage medical claims to ensure patients are billed properly and the doctor is paid for their services. Medical Billers play an important role in the medical office.
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Q. Do I need to get Certified as a Medical Billing Specialist?
A. Upon graduation from our program, you will receive your U.S. Career Institute Certificate of Completion attesting to your accomplishment. Medical Billers do not typically need to sit for an additional certification exam. Employers in this field do not typically require certification, and you can start applying for Medical Billing positions directly after completing the U.S. Career Institute program.
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Q. What is the growth potential of a Medical Biller?
A. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Medical Billing jobs are expected to continue to grow in the coming years.**
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Q. What is the salary of a Medical Billing?
A. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Medical Billing Specialists earn up to $44,760 a year.*
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Q. How much does a Medical Billing Course cost?
A. Tuition for this program is $1,239 total when you pay in full. Payment plans are also available.
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Q. Is this Medical Billing Program accredited?
A. U.S. Career Institute is Accredited by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission. The Distance Education Accrediting Commission is listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a recognized accrediting agency.
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Q. Where Can I Work as a Medical Biller?
A. Medical Billers work for doctor’s offices, clinics, hospitals, or even yourself. There are also online companies that you could work for that do billing for doctors and hospitals all over the nation! Once you graduate, our graduate support representatives can give you some tips and tricks to use during your job search to help you find the best fit for you.
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Q. What skills will I learn in this Medical Billing program?
A. Skills covered in the Medical Billing Specialist Program include How the human body works...The basics of organs and organ systems, How to speak the language...Explore medical terminology and pronunciations, How medical coding impacts Medical Billing Specialists...Learn how medical procedures and diagnoses are coded, How to set up medical claims...Complete actual forms for Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance, HMOs, PPOs, workers' compensation, military and secondary claims, How to work like a medical professional. Practice processing Medical Billing with real-life claims.
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Q. As a Medical Biller, can I work from home?
A. U.S. Career Institute cannot guarantee employment. Upon receipt of your certificate of completion you will have access to our Graduate Support team including our Career Coach Program at no additional cost. U.S. Career Institute will work closely with you during your job search to assist you with the process of marketing yourself to find employment including how to build your resume, cover letter, how to locate potential job opportunities, marketing and networking.
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