Course Code: MB
The Medical Biller program provides students with the skills and knowledge necessary to work efficiently in medical offices, hospitals, and insurance companies. Students will learn the fundamentals of medical billing processes, including patient data entry, insurance claim management, and electronic healthcare record systems. The course emphasizes accuracy, organization, and understanding of medical terminology and coding systems.
Training covers the preparation and submission of insurance claims, interpretation of explanation of benefits (EOB), and handling claim denials. Students also develop administrative and communication skills essential for interacting with patients, physicians, and insurance representatives. Upon completion, graduates will be prepared for entry-level employment in the medical billing and healthcare administration field.
What you will learn in this course:
• Fundamentals of medical billing and healthcare systems
• Understanding insurance claim cycles and reimbursements
• Medical terminology and healthcare documentation
• Processing patient information and billing forms
• Maintaining confidentiality and HIPAA compliance
• Managing insurance claims and payment posting
• Handling claim denials and appeals
• Working with electronic medical record (EMR) systems
• Communication with patients and insurance carriers
• Career development and professional ethics
Admission Requirements:
1. Be at least eighteen (18) years of age.
2. Present a valid government-issued photo identification.
3. Submit a High School Diploma, High School Equivalency (GED). Applicants who do not possess a High School Diploma or GED must successfully pass the school’s Entrance Examination.
Note: This program is conducted in American Sign Language (ASL) and designed for Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing students seeking Home Health Aide certification.
Section 1: Morning 7 Weeks | Section 2: Afternoon 11 Weeks | Section 3: Evening 11 Weeks | Section 3: Saturdays 30 Weeks |
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Medical Biller Program Overview
Build accurate billing, claims and healthcare-administration skills for medical offices, hospitals and insurers.
What You Will Learn
Claims and Reimbursement
Prepare and submit claims, interpret EOBs, and understand reimbursement cycles.
Denials, Appeals and Payment Posting
Address claim problems, post payments and communicate with insurers.
HIPAA and Medical Documentation
Maintain accurate, confidential patient and billing records.
EMR and Patient Information
Use electronic records, terminology, forms and healthcare data.
Career Opportunities
Training supports entry-level medical billing and healthcare-administration roles. Employer requirements vary.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Medical Biller program?
The program teaches medical billing, patient data entry, insurance claims, payment posting, electronic records and healthcare administration skills.
What skills are taught?
Students learn billing cycles, reimbursement, terminology, documentation, billing forms, HIPAA, claims, payment posting, denials, appeals, EMR systems and professional communication.
Does the course teach insurance claims?
Yes. Claim preparation, submission, management and communication with insurance carriers are included.
Will I learn to handle denials and appeals?
Yes. The curriculum includes identifying claim problems and handling denials and appeals.
What is an Explanation of Benefits?
An EOB explains how an insurer processed a claim. The program includes interpretation of explanation-of-benefits information.
Does the program cover HIPAA?
Yes. Confidentiality and HIPAA compliance are included.
Does training include electronic medical records?
Yes. Students work with electronic medical record systems and patient information.
How long is Medical Biller training?
The page lists 7-week morning, 11-week afternoon and evening, and 30-week Saturday sections. Contact IDI because payment-plan labels show different durations.
How much does the Medical Biller program cost?
The page lists a total cost of $11,500, including training, books, supplies and a national certification testing fee. Confirm current pricing and inclusions with IDI.
Are payment plans available?
Yes. Several payment plans are listed. Confirm current terms and the matching schedule directly with the school.
What are the admission requirements?
Applicants must be at least 18, present government-issued photo identification, and provide a high school diploma or GED. Those without either credential must pass the entrance examination.
Where can Medical Billers work?
Training supports entry-level work in medical offices, hospitals, insurance companies and healthcare administration. Employer requirements vary.
Is medical terminology included?
Yes. Medical terminology, documentation and coding-system fundamentals are included.
Is this program offered in American Sign Language?
The supplied page states that this offering is conducted in American Sign Language for Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing students. Contact IDI to confirm accessibility options.
How do I register?
Use the pre-registration page or request program information to confirm the next class and payment options.
