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Medical Billing Career

There Is Always a Need for Medical Billers

An essential aspect of a medical practice is an effective biller. Doctors depend on billers to collect for services rendered. Without them, a physician's office would not be in business for very long. A medical billing clerk reviews hospital and doctor records, works with the patient's insurance company, takes into account credit terms and special discounts based on the agreements with the various medical insurance companies.

Once all the information is collected based on the coding of each medical procedure, an itemized bill is created and sent to the patient for payment. Medical billing is an essential aspect of running a medical organization.

Medical billers often start out by working within a medical practice, hospital, or insurance billing company, after several years of experience, you can work from home and or in the evenings. This will allow you to work full or part-time, for an organization, or for yourself.

It is helpful to have a strong accounting acumen to have a career in medical billing, but not absolutely necessary. Attention to detail, an understanding of anatomy, physiology, and biology is helpful, as well as excellence in working with numbers and discretion because of the exposure to confidential patient records.

The Following Schools Provide Educational Programs For Medical Billing Careers:
  American InterContinental University Online

At American InterContinental University, our educational approach is designed around the realities and challenges of today's busy lifestyles, and for over forty years, we have been helping students gain the knowledge, skills and confidence to pursue the next level of their professional development.

Locations:
Online
Medical Education Programs:
Associate's (AABA) in Medical Coding & Billing
Request more information from American InterContinental University Online.
  Keiser University eCampus Online

Keiser University eCampus Online offers degrees in fields that are in high demand and provides job placement assistance to all its students and alumni. We research trends for growing fields and tailor our curriculum to prepare students for entry and advancement to rewarding careers.

Locations:
Online
Medical Education Programs:
Medical Assisting
Request more information from Keiser University eCampus Online.
  Ultimate Medical Academy Online

Boost your career with an education from Ultimate Medical Academy Online. We offer career-focused training in dental assisting, nursing assisting, medical billing and coding, basic x-ray, and more. We provide our students with the hands-on training and credentials necessary to begin a career in health care in as little as seven weeks. Choose from day and evening classes.

Locations:
Online
Medical Education Programs:
Medical Billing and Coding - Certificate
Request more information from Ultimate Medical Academy Online.
  Brown Mackie College

Brown Mackie College Schools can help you learn the skills you need for your career and future. We have many convenient locations across the Midwest, Southeast and Southwest, and we offer a unique one-course-a-month delivery format that's specifically tailored to fit into your busy lifestyle. Take advantage of small class sizes, flexible scheduling, an outstanding faculty, and financial aid for those who qualify. Choose from a range of diploma, certificate, associate's and bachelor's in the areas of Accounting and Business, Healthcare, Legal Studies, and Computer Technology.

Locations:
Fort Wayne, IN Michigan City, IN Lenexa, KS
Salina, KS Hopkinsville, KY Akron, OH
Program availability may vary depending on campus.
Medical Education Programs:
Certificate in Medical Coding and Billing, Diploma in Medical Coding and Billing, Diploma in Medical Coding and Billing for Healthcare
Request more information from Brown Mackie College.
  American Career College

American Career College (ACC) offers training to students interested in pursuing a career in the fast-growing healthcare industry. Programs vary by campus. Program lengths vary by session and schedule. Financial aid available to those who qualify. ACC cannot guarantee employment. American Career College is institutionally accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools. To view our catalog, visit americancareercollege.edu/pdf/catalog.pdf. To view ACC's required outcome disclosures, visit http://americancareercollege.edu/cpl/disclosures.html

Locations:
Anaheim, CA Los Angeles, CA Norco, CA
Program availability may vary depending on campus.
Medical Education Programs:
Certificate - Health Claims Examiner/Medical Biller
Request more information from American Career College.
  Rasmussen College

You deserve a better career and a better life. Rasmussen College in Minnesota can help you get both. Earn a career-track degree in Business, Child Care, Criminal Justice, or Healthcare. Our personalized classes focus on your needs.

Locations:
Rockford, IL Brooklyn Park, MN Eagan, MN
Eden Prairie, MN Mankato, MN St. Cloud, MN
Bismarck, ND Fargo, ND Green Bay, WI
Program availability may vary depending on campus.
Medical Education Programs:
Health Information, Medical Coding
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  Westwood College

Westwood College is an institution of higher learning dedicated to providing quality, career-focused undergraduate and graduate programs that prepare students with the knowledge, skills, and credentials needed to launch, enhance, or change careers. The College offers broad access to education and serves a diverse, multicultural body of students in an environment that promotes pride, respect, and teamwork. The College's programs are designed to empower students to pursue their individual career goals.

Locations:
Anaheim, CA Inland Empire, CA Long Beach, CA
Los Angeles, CA Denver, CO Atlanta, GA
Chicago, IL Dallas, TX Fort Worth, TX
Houston, TX Arlington, VA
Program availability may vary depending on campus.
Medical Education Programs:
Associate - Medical Assisting, Diploma - Medical Assisting, Diploma - Medical Billing and Coding
Request more information from Westwood College.
  American Career Institute

There's no better time than right now to become a medical professional, and American Career Institute can help launch your career. Free job placement assistance for graduates.

Locations:
Baltimore, MD Columbia, MD Wheaton, MD
Braintree, MA Cambridge, MA Framingham, MA
Springfield, MA Woburn, MA
Program availability may vary depending on campus.
Medical Education Programs:
Medical Coding and Billing
Request more information from American Career Institute.
  Anthem Institute

Train for an exciting, in-demand career at Anthem Institute. Hands-on, comprehensive training helps students develop the skills they need for a successful career in a short amount of time. Career training programs include Computer Networking & Security, Graphic Design & Animation, Medical Administration, Medical Billing & Coding, Medical Assistant, Massage Therapy, and Surgical Technologist.

Locations:
Las Vegas, NV Cherry Hill, NJ Jersey City, NJ
North Brunswick, NJ Parsippany, NJ New York, NY
Springfield, PA
Program availability may vary depending on campus.
Medical Education Programs:
Medical Assistant, Medical Billing & Coding
Request more information from Anthem Institute.
  Branford Hall Career Institute

Branford Hall is focused on your success. Branford Hall's career-focused education includes an externship so you graduate with the skills employers demand. Post-graduation career placement professionals work with you until you find employment.

Locations:
Branford, CT Southington, CT Windsor, CT
Springfield, MA Bohemia, NY
Program availability may vary depending on campus.
Medical Education Programs:
Medical Biller
Request more information from Branford Hall Career Institute.
  Florida Career College

Receive the real-world skills that help you launch an exiting career in one of today's hottest fields. At Florida Career College, you'll prepare for a successful career in healthcare or information technology. Balance work and school with Florida Career College's convenient day, night, or weekend classes. Take advantage of our individual tutoring and state-of-the-art technology labs and facilities. Florida Career College helps you succeed in the classroom, and prepares you for success after college.

Locations:
Hialeah, FL Miami, FL Pembroke Pines, FL
West Palm Beach, FL
Program availability may vary depending on campus.
Medical Education Programs:
Medical Coding and Billing Specialist, Medical Office Administrator
Request more information from Florida Career College.
  MedVance Institute

Advance your health care career with MedVance Institute. Students can graduate in as little as a year. We offer programs for careers in various areas of the health care field at our locations throughout Texas, Florida, Tennessee, and Louisiana. Each campus is equipped with the tools and labs that are vital to gaining the skills necessary for a successful health care career.

Locations:
Fort Lauderdale, FL Lake Worth, FL Miami, FL
Stuart, FL Baton Rouge, LA Cookeville, TN
Nashville, TN Grand Prairie, TX Houston, TX
Program availability may vary depending on campus.
Medical Education Programs:
Medical Billing and Coding Specialist
Request more information from MedVance Institute.
  Daymar Institute

Give your career a boost with Daymar Institute. We offer 20 different academic programs so you can earn your certificate, associate degree, or bachelor's degree in a variety of career fields, including medical, criminal justice, computer technology, business, and more. We have three convenient locations in Clarksville, Murfreesboro, and Nashville, Tennessee.

Locations:
Clarksville, TN Murfreesboro, TN Nashville, TN
Program availability may vary depending on campus.
Medical Education Programs:
Billing and Coding Specialist
Request more information from Daymar Institute.
  Lincoln College of Technology

Lincoln College of Technology provides career-focused, hands-on training programs with industry experienced instructors. Get the skills for a rewarding in-demand career. For more student consumer information, please visit www.lincolnedu.com/lincolnconsumerinfo.

Locations:
Marietta, GA Norcross, GA Melrose Park, IL
Indianapolis, IN Henderson, NV
Program availability may vary depending on campus.
Medical Education Programs:
Medical Administrative Assistant, Medical Coding & Billing
Request more information from Lincoln College of Technology.
  ECPI University

Established in 1966, ECPI has been specializing in Technology, Business, and Health Sciences Education for 45 years. With campuses in Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Online, ECPI offers the flexibility to get the education and skills you want on your schedule. For information on Accreditation for ECPI Technical College and ECPI College of Technology, click here.

Locations:
Charlotte, NC Greensboro, NC Raleigh, NC
Charleston, SC Greenville, SC Manassas, VA
Newport News, VA Richmond, VA Virginia Beach, VA
Program availability may vary depending on campus.
Medical Education Programs:
Medical Administration
Request more information from ECPI University.
  Kaplan College - KHE

Looking to gain a competitive edge in your career? Kaplan College offers a learning experience that is anything but typical. Our faculty and staff are not just academics—they're seasoned professionals who can give you the real-world knowledge you need to succeed. And we offer a flexible and accelerated schedule designed to meet the needs of your busy life. Our programs are designed to prepare you for success in any of a variety of fields, including Criminal Justice, Health Care, Business, Education, Information Technology, Legal Studies, or Fashion and Design.

Locations:
Phoenix, AZ Modesto, CA Sacramento, CA
San Diego, CA San Diego (North County), CA Stockton, CA
Denver, CO Hammond, IN Indianapolis, IN
Merrillville, IN Las Vegas, NV White Plains, NY
Cincinnati, OH
Program availability may vary depending on campus.
Medical Education Programs:
Certificate: Medical Administrative Assistant, Certificate: Medical Billing / Coding, Certificate: Medical Insurance Technician, Diploma: Medical Coding and Billing
Request more information from Kaplan College - KHE.
  Sanford-Brown Institute

How can you turn your love of healthcare into a rewarding career in as little as 9 months? At Sanford-Brown Institute. SBI offers students the skills training they need to pursue a rewarding career in the healthcare field. Short-term programs focus on providing the knowledge you need to get the healthcare career you want. Classes meet days and evenings and are conveniently scheduled for both working and non-working adults. Learn more today.

Locations:
Fort Lauderdale, FL Jacksonville, FL Tampa, FL
Iselin, NJ Garden City, NY White Plains, NY
Monroeville, PA Pittsburgh, PA Trevose, PA
Program availability may vary depending on campus.
Medical Education Programs:
Medical Assistant, Medical Assistant Specialist, Medical Billing & Coding Specialist
Request more information from Sanford-Brown Institute.
  Lincoln Technical Institute

Lincoln Technical Institute is a career-focused training school that offers short-term Automotive, Skilled Trades, Healthcare and Computers programs designed to get you into the workforce quickly. Programs vary by campus so contact a location near you to see the training options available. Financial Aid is available for those who qualify. With national accreditation, state licensing and nearly 60 years of career education and job placement experience, Lincoln Technical Institute knows what it takes to help give you the competitive edge so you can establish yourself in a rewarding career. Get started today! For more student consumer information, please visit www.lincolnedu.com/lincolnconsumerinfo

Locations:
East Windsor, CT Fern Park, FL Melrose Park, IL
Indianapolis, IN Lincoln, IN Columbia, MD
Brockton, MA Lowell, MA Somerville, MA
Edison, NJ Mahwah, NJ Mt. Laurel, NJ
Paramus, NJ South Plainfield, NJ Union, NJ
Queens, NY Allentown, PA Center City Philadelphia, PA
Northeast Philadelphia, PA Philadelphia, PA Plymouth Meeting, PA
Grand Prairie, TX
Program availability may vary depending on campus.
Medical Education Programs:
Medical Administrative Assistant, Medical Assisting and Administrative Technology, Medical Billing and Coding, Medical Coding & Billing
Request more information from Lincoln Technical Institute.
  National College

Want to change your career and your life for the better? National College can help. We can provide you with the real-world knowledge and skills you need to take your career to the next level. Programs offered include Business Administration, Information Technology, Accounting, Management, Medical Assisting, Paralegal, Paramedic, Pharmacy Technician, and many others. Choose from a variety of campus locations in Virginia, Kentucky, Tennessee, Ohio, and Alabama.

Locations:
Fort Wayne, IN Indianapolis, IN South Bend, IN
Danville, KY Florence, KY Lexington, KY
Louisville, KY Pikeville, KY Richmond, KY
Cincinnati, OH Columbus, OH Kettering, OH
Stow, OH Wickliffe, OH Youngstown, OH
Bartlett, TN Bristol, TN Knoxville, TN
Madison, TN Memphis, TN Nashville, TN
Charlottesville, VA Danville, VA Harrisonburg, VA
Lynchburg, VA Martinsville, VA Salem, VA
Princeton, WV
Program availability may vary depending on campus.
Medical Education Programs:
Diploma - Medical Billing and Coding
Request more information from National College.
  Tucson College

Are you looking to move ahead in your career and your life? At Tucson College, we offer current, comprehensive career education designed to move your career forward in as little as 8 months. We provide modern facilities, faculty with extensive real-world experience, small class sizes and plenty of personalized attention. Program offerings include Pharmacy Technician, Administrative Assistant/Computer Applications Specialist, Medical Office Billing and Coding Specialist, Certified Nursing Assistant, Patient Care Technician, and Medical Assistant.

Locations:
Tucson, AZ
Medical Education Programs:
Medical Office Billing and Coding Specialist
Request more information from Tucson College.
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