medical billing and coding
Our 12-month Medical Billing and Coding program lets you master real-world skills, where you'll learn medical terminology, anatomy, insurance, billing and coding, and become familiar with the CPT and ICD manuals. You'll get hands-on training necessary to code medical insurance claims with confidence.
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
WHEN: TBD.
WHERE: SLCC's Lafayette Campus.
COST: $5,500 plus $1,000 for books (You may qualify for tuition assistance. Contact 337-521-9028 or workforce@solacc.edu for information).
REQUIREMENTS:
- Age: 18+
- High School diploma, GED or HiSET
JOB OPPORTUNITIES
Medical coding and billing is technical, requires great attention to detail, and demands sharp communication and problem-solving skills. This career path involves analyzing healthcare data and translating it into a standardized code to bill insurance companies and patients. Whether you want to work in a hospital, doctor's office, or larger medical clinic, SLCC will prepare you for a life in billing and coding after graduation.
Average Salaries:
- Medical Records Specialist: $43,020
- Medical Transcriptionist: $36,010
- Medical Secretary: $35,220
(Bureau of Labor Statistics, Louisiana Average Salary 2021)
FLEXIBLE OPTIONS
If you prefer to study at your own pace, sign up for our Medical Record Specialist, Medical Scribe, or Medical Transcription Editor online classes (4-12 months).
CONTACT
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