Online Medical Billing & Coding
Certificate
Program For Florida Students
Our self-paced, online Medical Billing & Coding program for Florida residents will prepare you for certification (CBCS) and a role as a medical biller & coder in as little as 5 months.
- $79/month
- 5-day money-back commitment
- DEAC Accredited
- 100% online, self-paced classes, on your phone or computer
- Complete in 5-12 months, part-time
- One-on-one career coaching and instructor support
- Start learning today - no waiting period!
- $79/month
- 5-day money-back commitment
- DEAC Accredited
- 100% online, self-paced classes, on your phone or computer
- Complete in 5-12 months, part-time
- One-on-one career coaching and instructor support
- Start learning today - no waiting period!
What You'll Learn
- Human Anatomy and Physiology
- Medical Terminology
- CPT and ICD-10-CM Coding Lanaguage
- HCPCS Formats and Coding Rules
- Coding for Medical Procedures and Diagnostics
- Coding Software
- Medical Records
- Healthcare Insurance
- Payment Methodologies
- Legal and Ethical Standards
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Course Outline
Florida residents ready to begin a rewarding career in healthcare support can take advantage of our online Medical Billing and Coding course. This flexible training program provides practical instruction in researching and assigning diagnostic and procedural codes to medical records, processing medical bills, and offers comprehensive overviews of common claim forms, medical terminology, and the ethical standards expected of healthcare professionals. Students learn to comprehend, navigate, and apply current CPT and ICD-10-CM code sets across diverse healthcare settings. Coding formats, rules, and guidelines for appropriate HCPCS code usage are all covered, along with hands-on practice using the HCPCS coding manual. Graduates will be well-equipped with both the theoretical background and real-world skills to pursue entry-level medical coding and billing jobs in physicians' offices, hospitals, clinics, ambulatory care centers, billing services, or even from the comfort of home — perfectly suited for Florida's large and dynamic healthcare industry.
Quick Facts
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Lessons: 39
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Quizzes: 39
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Complete in as little as 5 months
What's Inside the Course
Beginner-Friendly Lessons
Classes are designed for anyone to easily learn, and are broken up into digestible sections that build as you progress through our program. No due dates or deadlines.
Engaging Curriculum
Reading lessons, supplemental videos, interactive exercises, note taking, read-aloud and disability features, and open note multiple choice quizzes with no time limit.
Hands-On Supplemental Learning
You'll receive the ICD-10-CM Coding Manual, the CPT Coding Manual and the HCPCS Coding Manual.
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Medical Coding & Billing Career
Outlook & Certification in Florida
$45,990*
17,920*
17%*
Certification
Upon graduation from our medical billing and coding program for Florida residents, you will receive your U.S. Career Institute Certificate of Completion attesting to your accomplishment. U.S. Career Institute's medical coding and billing program will prepare you to take a professional certification exam of your choosing.
Included with our course, we cover the cost of your CBCS certification exam, study guide and practice test – a $425 value!†
National Certification Options
- a. National Healthcareer Association (NHA)
- b. Requirements: Successful completion of a medical billing and coding program within the last 5 years, HS Diploma or GED and exam fees.
- c. Recommended: USCI encourages our graduates to purchase the NHA test prep materials prior to taking the exam.
- d. USCI Recommended: Yes
- e. Your CBCS exam fees, study guide and practice test are included in your tuition-up to a $425 value†.
- a. American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC)
- b. Requirements: AAPC Membership and exam fees.
- c. Recommended: A certificate or transcript showing 80 hours or more of education can be used to fulfill one of the two years required to remove the Apprentice (“A”) status from the certification and become a CPC. After a year of verifiable coding work experience, the grad can apply to have the “A” dropped by submitting a letter, on letterhead, signed from your employer verifying one year of on-the-job experience.
- d. USCI Recommended: Yes
- e. Your CPC-A exam fees are included in your tuition-up to a $425 value†.
Medical Coding and Billing Jobs in Florida
Florida currently employs 15,350 medical coding and billing specialists.* There are thousands of medical coding and billing jobs open in Jacksonville, Miami, Tampa, Orlando, St. Petersburg, Tallahassee and many other cities in Florida, according to Indeed.com. Medical coding and billing specialists work at hospitals, doctor’s offices, outpatient care centers, insurance companies, long-term care facilities, government agencies, and consulting firms. Remote/work-from-home positions are also available for some medical biller and coder jobs.
Tuition & Financing
*Plus one-time $29 application charge..
**First payment includes $50 down payment and $29 application charge. Application charge is non-refundable.
Florida Medical Coding & Billing FAQs
How can I become a Medical Coder & Biller in Florida?
Education: Obtain a high school diploma or GED. Enroll in
a medical coding and billing program, either online or at a local college, which
typically takes 9-12 months. Our program at USCI can be completed in as little as 5
months.
Certification: Pursue certification such as CPC-A® through the AAPC (American
Academy of Professional Coders) or CBCS through the NHA (National Healthcareer
Association). Florida doesn’t require state-specific licensure, but certification
increases job prospects.
Job Search: Apply to hospitals, clinics, or remote positions. Florida’s growing
healthcare industry offers numerous opportunities. Included in your program is access to
our career coaches who will assist you in building a resume and answering career
questions.
Continuing Education: Stay updated on coding regulations (e.g., ICD-10, CPT) by
attending workshops or renewing certifications as required.
How much does a Medical Coder & Biller make in Florida?
Medical Coders & Billers in Florida make on average $45,990* per year according to O*Net.
