Online Medical Billing and Coding Certificate Programs
| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2025-05-05 | - |
Program Overview
Graduates may pursue careers as medical records technicians, coding professionals, or hospital coders. With a 1:1 support system and career services, this nationally accredited program aims to equip students with the skills for a growing field in the healthcare industry.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
DeVry University offers two online Medical Billing and Coding certificate programs: Medical Billing and Coding and Medical Billing and Coding – Health Information Coding. Both prepare students for industry certification exams (CPC or CCS, respectively), including providing a voucher for one exam attempt and an exam prep course. DeVry claims to have graduated the highest number of Medical Billing and Coding Certificate program graduates for five consecutive years (according to IPEDS). The programs address the increasing need for professionals who understand and manage medical billing processes and software in today's tech-driven healthcare industry. Classes are offered 100% online, providing flexibility. The university is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission (HLC).
Outline:
The Medical Billing and Coding certificate program consists of 10 courses, while the Medical Billing and Coding – Health Information Coding certificate program includes 13 courses. Both programs cover:
- Health Insurance Billing and Reimbursement: Reimbursement and payment methodologies applicable to healthcare provided in various US settings, including relevant forms, processes, practices, and the roles of health information professionals.
- Advanced Coding: Coding for inpatient facilities (hospitals) using the ICD-10 system, utilizing 3M coding software, interactive lessons, and real-world case studies.
- Coding Practicum with Lab: Application of coding knowledge and skills to diverse patient case studies using the virtual EHRGo stimulation platform. The program guides offer a full course list. The program can be completed full-time in as little as 10 months (Medical Billing and Coding) or 1 year and 2 months (Medical Billing and Coding – Health Information Coding), or part-time with a flexible schedule arranged with a Student Support Advisor.
Teaching:
The text mentions that the faculty have real-world experience and utilize hands-on learning to create a dynamic classroom experience. The programs use 3M coding software and the virtual EHRGo stimulation platform for practical application.
Careers:
Graduates of the Medical Billing and Coding certificate program may pursue careers such as Medical Records and Health Information Technician, Coding Professional, Insurance Claims Specialist, Billing Specialist, and Collections Specialist. Graduates of the Medical Billing and Coding – Health Information Coding certificate program may pursue careers such as Hospital Coder, Inpatient Coder, Inpatient Coding Auditor, and Coding Educator. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects 8% employment growth for Medical Records Specialists from 2022 to 2032, with an average of 15,000 job openings projected annually.
- Career services are offered, including resume building, job leads, networking opportunities, and interview preparation.
- The university mentions its 90+ year history and the awarding of over 300,000 degrees.
- Both programs include preparation for industry certifications (CCS or CPC) and complimentary student memberships (AHIMA or AAPC, respectively).
- A digital health core curriculum is included, providing hands-on experience with industry software and simulated patient records, covering medical terminology, compliance, ethics, electronic medical records, patient privacy, and digital aspects of the healthcare system. It also addresses questions about program costs, prerequisites, and remote work possibilities.
