Student learning medical insurance billing and claims in New York City

Course Code: MIB

The Medical Insurance Biller program trains students to handle all aspects of insurance billing procedures in medical offices, hospitals, and healthcare organizations. This course provides the knowledge and practical skills needed to process insurance claims accurately, maintain patient records, and ensure proper reimbursement for medical services. Students will learn to manage patient data, verify insurance coverage, and resolve claim issues using both paper and electronic systems.

The program emphasizes the importance of understanding healthcare laws, confidentiality standards, and the use of current procedural coding systems. Students also develop administrative and communication skills essential to working with patients, insurance representatives, and medical professionals. Upon completion, graduates are qualified for entry-level positions in medical billing departments and insurance offices.

What you will learn in this course:

• Fundamentals of health insurance and reimbursement
• Completing and processing medical insurance claims
• Patient data entry and account management
• Understanding medical terminology and coding basics
• HIPAA regulations and confidentiality practices

• Interpreting and reconciling Explanation of Benefits (EOBs)
• Handling claim denials, appeals, and resubmissions
• Electronic medical billing procedures
• Communication with patients and insurance carriers
• Professionalism and ethics in healthcare billing

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 : Morning
16 Weeks
Section : Afternoon
16 Weeks
Section : Evening
24 Weeks
Section : Saturdays
69 Weeks
Jan 07Monday–Friday 9:00 am -3:30 pmMonday–Friday 1:00 pm -7:30 pmMonday–Friday 6:00 pm -10:15 pmJan 25Saturdays 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Feb 04Monday–Friday 9:00 am -3:30 pmMonday–Friday 1:00 pm -7:30 pmMonday–Friday 6:00 pm -10:15 pmFeb 29Saturdays 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Mar 03Monday–Friday 9:00 am -3:30 pmMonday–Friday 1:00 pm -7:30 pmMonday–Friday 6:00 pm -10:15 pmMar 28Saturdays 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Apr 07Monday–Friday 9:00 am -3:30 pmMonday–Friday 1:00 pm -7:30 pmMonday–Friday 6:00 pm -10:15 pmApr 25Saturdays 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
May 05Monday–Friday 9:00 am -3:30 pmMonday–Friday 1:00 pm -7:30 pmMonday–Friday 6:00 pm -10:15 pmMay 30Saturdays 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Jun 02Monday–Friday 9:00 am -3:30 pmMonday–Friday 1:00 pm -7:30 pmMonday–Friday 6:00 pm -10:15 pmJun 27Saturdays 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Jul 07Monday–Friday 9:00 am -3:30 pmMonday–Friday 1:00 pm -7:30 pmMonday–Friday 6:00 pm -10:15 pmJul 25Saturdays 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Aug 04Monday–Friday 9:00 am -3:30 pmMonday–Friday 1:00 pm -7:30 pmMonday–Friday 6:00 pm -10:15 pmAug 29Saturdays 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sep 01Monday–Friday 9:00 am -3:30 pmMonday–Friday 1:00 pm -7:30 pmMonday–Friday 6:00 pm -10:15 pmSep 26Saturdays 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Oct 06Monday–Friday 9:00 am -3:30 pmMonday–Friday 1:00 pm -7:30 pmMonday–Friday 6:00 pm -10:15 pmOct 31Saturdays 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Nov 03Monday–Friday 9:00 am -3:30 pmMonday–Friday 1:00 pm -7:30 pmMonday–Friday 6:00 pm -10:15 pmNov 28Saturdays 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Dec 01Monday–Friday 9:00 am -3:30 pmMonday–Friday 1:00 pm -7:30 pmMonday–Friday 6:00 pm -10:15 pmDec 19Saturdays 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
*Please call the school to see if the schedule is available

Medical Insurance Biller Program Overview

Build accurate insurance-billing, reimbursement and claim-resolution skills for healthcare organizations.

What You Will Learn

Insurance Verification and Claims

Verify coverage, manage patient information, and prepare claims.

EOBs and Reimbursement

Interpret benefit statements and reconcile insurer payments.

Denials, Appeals and Resubmissions

Resolve claim issues using paper and electronic systems.

HIPAA and Electronic Billing

Apply confidentiality, compliance and professional standards.

Career Opportunities

Training supports entry-level billing roles in healthcare and insurance settings. Employer requirements vary.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Medical Insurance Biller program?

The program teaches insurance billing, claims, patient records, coverage verification, reimbursement and claim-resolution procedures for healthcare settings.

What skills are taught?

Students learn insurance and reimbursement, claims, patient accounts, terminology, coding basics, HIPAA, EOB reconciliation, denials, appeals, resubmissions and electronic billing.

Does the course teach insurance verification?

Yes. Students learn to verify insurance coverage and manage patient data.

Does the program cover EOBs?

Yes. Interpretation and reconciliation of Explanation of Benefits statements are included.

Will I learn denials and appeals?

Yes. The curriculum includes claim denials, appeals and resubmissions.

Does the program cover HIPAA?

Yes. HIPAA regulations, confidentiality, ethics and healthcare laws are included.

Is electronic medical billing included?

Yes. Students learn both paper and electronic insurance-billing procedures.

How long is the MIB program?

The page lists 16-week morning and afternoon options, a 24-week evening option, and a 69-week Saturday option. Confirm current availability with IDI.

How much does the program cost?

The page lists a total cost of $12,500, including training, books, supplies and a national certification testing fee. Confirm current pricing and inclusions with IDI.

Are payment plans available?

Yes. Payment plans are listed for morning, afternoon, evening and weekend formats. Confirm current terms with the school.

What are the admission requirements?

Applicants must be at least 18, present government-issued identification, and provide a high school diploma or GED. Those without either credential must pass the entrance examination.

Where can Medical Insurance Billers work?

Training supports entry-level billing roles in medical offices, hospitals, healthcare organizations and insurance offices. Employer requirements vary.

Is medical terminology included?

Yes. Medical terminology, documentation and procedural-coding 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.

Pre-register or request information.