Online Medical Coding & Billing
Certificate Program For South Dakota Students
Our self-paced, online medical coding & billing program for South Dakota residents will prepare you for certification (CBCS and CPC-A) 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 Language
- 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
South Dakota residents who want to start a career in healthcare support will find our online Medical Billing and Coding course to be both flexible and comprehensive. This training provides practical instruction in researching and assigning diagnostic and procedural codes to medical records, handling medical billing, and includes overviews of common claim forms, medical terminology, and ethical standards for healthcare professionals. Students develop the competency to understand, navigate, and apply current CPT and ICD-10-CM code sets across various healthcare environments. The program covers coding formats, guidelines, and how to appropriately determine HCPCS code usage, supplemented by a hands-on opportunity using the HCPCS coding manual. Graduates will be well-equipped with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills to pursue entry-level medical coding and billing positions in physicians' offices, hospitals, clinics, ambulatory care centers, billing services, or from the comfort of a home setting.
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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Get instant access! · 5-day money-back commitment · $79/month
Medical Coding & Billing Career
Outlook & Certification in South Dakota
$50,320
1,310*
14%*
Certification
Upon graduation from our Medical Billing and Coding program for South Dakota 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 or CPC-A 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 or CPC-A 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 South Dakota
South Dakota currently employs 1,150 medical coding and billing specialists.* There are numerous medical coding and billing jobs open in Sioux Falls, Rapid City, Aberdeen, Brookings, Watertown and many other cities in South Dakota, 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.
South Dakota Medical Coding & Billing FAQs
How can I become a Medical Coder & Biller in South Dakota?
- Earn a high‑school diploma or GED.
- Complete a 5‑12‑month medical coding & billing certificate or 2‑year Health Information Technology associate degree from an accredited program. Our program here at USCI can be completed 100% online in 5 months. Master ICD‑10‑CM and CPT code sets, along with HIPAA privacy rules and South Dakota Medicaid payer guidelines.
- Sit for a national exam—CPC-A®, CCS, or CBCS—to strengthen your résumé; most SD employers list certification as “preferred.” The cost of you CBCS or CPC-A exam is included in your USCI tuition.
- Pass an employer background check and maintain immunizations to access clinical record systems.
- Gain hands‑on experience through an externship or entry‑level revenue‑cycle job at a clinic, hospital, or insurer. Our Career Coaches will assist you with preparing your resume, perform mock interviews, and provide job search guidance.
How much does a Medical Coder & Biller make in South Dakota?
Medical Coders & Billers in South Dakota make a median earnings of $60,530* according to O*Net.
