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Explore Herzing University's Associate of Science in Insurance Billing and Coding
Program Overview
The Associate of Science/Applied Science in Insurance Billing and Coding Specialist is a 60-credit undergraduate program which prepares you for a career in medical records as a billing and coding specialist.The online degree program provides students with fundamental knowledge and skills in key codes (including CPT, ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, HCPCS), medical terminology, the healthcare revenue cycle, pathophysiology and pharmacology, and much more.
| Credits to Complete | 60 credit hours | Transfer Credits | Up to 45 credits can be transferred in |
What You'll Learn
The goal of this program is to provide the student with a thorough understanding of the content of the medical record as well as extensive training in anatomy, physiology, the disease processes, and medical terminology. This program will provide the student with the knowledge and understanding to analyze medical records and assign codes to classify diagnoses and procedures while applying the principles of professional and ethical conduct. The program will prepare the student for an entry-level position as a medical biller and/or medical coder in a hospital, clinic, physician’s office, or other healthcare facility.
Career Preparation
Our degree program provides you with a solid understanding of the medical record and training in the revenue cycle, preparing you to become a qualified billing and coding specialist.
Admission Requirements
Enrollment prerequisites for the Herzing University Insurance Billing and Coding associate degree program include:
- Hold a high school diploma, GED or equivalent
- Achieve the minimum score on one of several options for entrance testing, including the Wonderlic, ACT or SAT. The Wonderlic assessment is a short assessment provided by Herzing University at no cost to you.
- Meet with a Herzing admissions advisor
- Fill out an enrollment application
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About Herzing University
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ABOUT: Herzing University is a regionally accredited institution founded in 1965 with online programs offered nationwide, and 11 campuses located in 8 states, including Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Minnesota, Ohio, Tennessee, and Wisconsin, committed to the education, training and advancement of career-focused individuals. ACCREDITATION: Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) COST: Cost varies by program. There is a 40% tuition reduction for union members and immediate family members |