Medical Billing & Coding
Health care is one of the fastest-growing industries for job seekers, including positions that do not involve direct patient care. Billing and coding specialists are essential for health care operations, and positions are in high demand.
If you possess excellent customer service skills, are detail oriented and have strong communication skills, a career in medical billing and coding may be the one for you. Billing and coding specialists work in all kinds of health care facilities, from hospitals to medical offices to rehabilitation centers. Wake County and the Triangle are home to some of the largest hospitals in the state, with numerous opportunities for employment.
The program is online, and all hours will be completed via Blackboard, where assignments and learning materials will be available for students to complete from their computer at their own pace. There are no scheduled meeting times for classes.
Students should be proficient in keyboarding, have a basic understanding of a word processing computer program (Microsoft Word recommended) and have a command of English grammar and punctuation.
Each of the program's three classes should be registered for separately. Medical Terminology must be passed prior to either of the other courses.
The optional review course for the Certified Professional Coder Exam (OSC-3030C3) will prepare students for the certification examination administered by the American Academy of Professional Coders.
Industry-recognized credential: Certified Professional Biller (CPB) – AAPC exam by American Academy of Professional Coders or Dual CPC and CPB Certification – AAPC
Complete in: 12 months or less
Professional licensure
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Financial assistance available
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Medical Billing and Coding Courses
Medical Terminology
Course Objectives
Identify the four types of word parts used in forming medical terms.
Identify medical terms related to diseases, disorders and other medical conditions.
Describe the structural organization of the human body.
Identify the body systems
Describe the body planes, directional terms, quadrants and body cavities
List the major organs in each body system and identify the anatomical location of the organs
Compare structure and function of the human body across the life span
Describe the normal function of each body system
9.Identify common pathology related to each body system including signs, symptoms and etiology
Analyze pathology for each body system including diagnostic measures and treatment modalities
Outline of Instruction
The four types of word parts used in forming medical terms.
Medical terms related to anatomy and physiology.
Medical terms associated with radiography, nuclear medicine, other imaging techniques, pharmacology, and frequently performed laboratory tests.
Medical terms related to diseases, disorders and other medical conditions.
Contact Hours
128
CEUs
1
Industry Standard, State or National Certification
Certification
None
Website
None
Certification Learning Outcomes/Requirements
CE or CU Articulation
MED 121 MED 122
Prerequisites
High School Diploma or GED
Learning Supplies Needed
Medical Terminology for the Health Professions, 9th ed, Ehrlich & Schroeder, Cengage, ISBN: 9780357513699
Clinical Site/Special Facilities
None
Requirements for Successful Completion
90% attendance
Overall grade of 80 or better
Accreditation/Special Approval Requirements
N/A
Intended Audience
Anyone interested in entering into healthcare.
Specific Industry or Business Support Needs
N/A
Wake County Need for Industry Positions
N/A
Industry or Job Titles Related to Training Outcomes for Employment
Related Courses
Course Contact Information
Health Science Non-Degree Programs https://cehealth.waketech.edu
919-747-0140
[email protected]
If you would like to be notified when additional sections become available, please use Wake Tech's Notify Me service.
CPC (Certified Professional Coder) Exam Review
Course Objectives
Review the structure, function, terminology, pathophysiology and abbreviations of all body systems
Apply appropriate coding conventions and guidelines; identify the correct process for selecting codes and analyze the types of coding errors to avoid
Demonstrate coding ability by appropriately assign ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes
Demonstrate coding ability by appropriately assigning CPT ad HCPCS procedure codes
Demonstrate coding ability by completing assigned practice exercises
Write a personal plan for preparation for a certification examination
Outline of Instruction
Introductions/Success Strategies
Coding Basics Review
Anatomy and Medical Terminology Review
Diagnostic Coding Guidelines
Coding Practice
Anesthesia Coding
Coding Exam Strategies Research and Discussion
CPT-Procedure Coding & HCPCS Coding
Coding Practice
Surgery Coding
CPT Modifiers & Evaluation and Management Codes
Radiology Coding
Pathology Coding
Medicine Coding
Contact Hours
48
CEUs
1
Industry Standard, State or National Certification
Certification
American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC)
Website
Certification Learning Outcomes/Requirements
Expertise in reviewing and assigning accurate medical codes for diagnoses, procedures and services performed by physicians and other qualified healthcare providers in the medical office or facility setting.
Proficiency across a wide range of services, including evaluation and management, anesthesia, surgery, radiology, pathology and medicine.
A sound knowledge of medical coding guidelines and regulations including compliance and reimbursement-allowing a CPC to better handle issues such as medical necessity, claims, denials bundling issues and charge capture.
Understanding of how to integrate medical coding and payment policy changes into a practice's reimbursement processes.
Knowledge of anatomy, physiology and medical terminology necessary to correctly code provider diagnosis and services.
CE or CU Articulation
No
Prerequisites
Medical Terminology, Healthcare Coding
Learning Supplies Needed
Current coding review textbook and coding reference books (CPT, ICD-10-CM, HCPCS level II)
Clinical Site/Special Facilities
N/A
Requirements for Successful Completion
90% attendance
Grading-Final Grade of 80% or better
Accreditation/Special Approval Requirements
N/A
Intended Audience
Healthcare professionals who have coding experience and students who have completed the WCE Healthcare Billing & Coding program or other coding program and would like more practice as they prepare to take the CPC exam.
Specific Industry or Business Support Needs
Medical Coder, Medical Biller
Wake County Need for Industry Positions
Medical Billers and Coders fall under the occupational profile for Medical Records and Health Information Technicians. In Wake County there is a medium demand according to NCWorks Online and the Triangle area has one of the highest distributions of job opening in the state.
Industry or Job Titles Related to Training Outcomes for Employment
Medical Coder
Medical Biller
Related Courses
MED-3030W3
MED-3030V3
NUR-3235E3
Course Contact Information
Samantha Bray
919-532-5844
[email protected]
| Details | Section | Date(s) | Location | Price | Seats | 310097 | 06/16/25 - 08/10/25 | Online | 125.00 | 0 |
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Medical Billing
Course Objectives
Identify and define the responsibilities of the Billing Specialist.
Demonstrate knowledge of the various types of insurance and entitlement programs.
Understand claim submission guidelines and processes.
Understand HIPAA and the importance of it's implementation.
Outline of Instruction
The responsibilities of the Billing Specialist.
The various types of insurance and entitlement programs.
Claim submission guidelines and processes.
HIPAA and the importance of it's implementation.
Contact Hours
128
CEUs
1
Industry Standard, State or National Certification
Certification
Certified Professional Biller (CPB) - AAPC or Dual CPC and CPB Certification - AAPC
Website
Certification Learning Outcomes/Requirements
Once you have completed Medical Billing, you are equipped to test for the Certified Professional Biller (CPB) - AAPC exam, a credential most requested for this high-demand occupation. You may continue to Medical Coding and be equipped to test for the Dual CPC and CPB Certification - AAPC or Certified Professional Coder (CPC) - AAPC.
CE or CU Articulation
No
Prerequisites
Medical Terminology
Learning Supplies Needed
Medical Insurance a Revenue Cycle Process Approach w/ Connect Access Card (bundle), 9th edition; Valerius, Bayes, Newby & Blochowiak; McGraw Hill; ISBN 9781266325557
Clinical Site/Special Facilities
None
Requirements for Successful Completion
90% attendance
Overall grade of 80 or better
Accreditation/Special Approval Requirements
N/A
Intended Audience
Persons wanting to obtain billing certification.
Specific Industry or Business Support Needs
N/A
Wake County Need for Industry Positions
N/A
Industry or Job Titles Related to Training Outcomes for Employment
billing clerk
billing specialist
healthcare biller
biller
Certified Professional Biller
| Details | Section | Date(s) | Location | Price | Seats | 307777 | 05/19/25 - 08/31/25 | Online | 180.00 | 0 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 311811 | 06/02/25 - 09/14/25 | Online | 180.00 | 0 | ||
| 312619 | 07/07/25 - 10/19/25 | Online | 180.00 | 0 | ||
| 312671 | 08/25/25 - 12/07/25 | Online | 180.00 | 0 |
If you would like to be notified when additional sections become available, please use Wake Tech's Notify Me service.
Medical Coding
Course Objectives
Explain the importance of medical coding to reimbursement and the billing cycle.
Identify all aspects of HIPAA.
Demonstrate knowledge of the ICD-10-CM manual and locate diagnosis codes after abstracting key information from the medical record.
Demonstrate knowledge of CPT evaluation & management and locate correct codes from the CPT manual.
Demonstrate knowledge of the CPT/HCPCS manuals and locate procedure codes after abstracting key information from the medical record.
Apply the coding conventions and guidelines; identify the correct process for selecting codes; and analyze the types of coding errors to avoid.
Outline of Instruction
Medical coding, reimbursement, and the billing cycle
HIPAA
ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Coding
CPT & HCPCS Procedure Coding
Coding guidelines
Contact Hours
128
CEUs
No
Industry Standard, State or National Certification
Certification
CPC (Certified Professional Coder) by AAPC (American Academy of Professional Coders)
Website
Certification Learning Outcomes/Requirements
This course prepares you for entry level medical coding positions and to take the CPC exam.
CE or CU Articulation
No
Prerequisites
NUR 3235E3 Medical Terminology
Learning Supplies Needed
Textbooks will be listed in the section details.
Clinical Site/Special Facilities
none
Requirements for Successful Completion
90% attendance
Overall class average of 80 or better.
Accreditation/Special Approval Requirements
N/A
Intended Audience
Healthcare professionals wanting to obtain coding certification or those without healthcare experience who want to enter this field and obtain certification.
Specific Industry or Business Support Needs
N/A
Wake County Need for Industry Positions
N/A
Industry or Job Titles Related to Training Outcomes for Employment
| Details | Section | Date(s) | Location | Price | Seats | 308973 | 04/21/25 - 08/10/25 | Online | 180.00 | 0 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 310879 | 06/02/25 - 09/21/25 | Online | 180.00 | 0 | ||
| 313138 | 07/21/25 - 11/09/25 | Online | 180.00 | 0 |
If you would like to be notified when additional sections become available, please use Wake Tech's Notify Me service.
