Credential(s) Offered
Industry certification
Method of Delivery
Online, e-learning, or distance learning
When offered
Daytime Hours, Evening Hours, Weekends
Instructional Program (CIP)
Description
A. Course Objective:
Description: Our nationally accredited online Medical Billing and Coding training program can help you prepare to become a Certified Medical Billing and Coding professional. You will learn skills that can help you succeed in this field with online simulations, virtual labs, videos, 3D representations, and more with our online Medical Billing and Coding program.
Competencies to be achieved: Medical Billing and Coding Career Diploma and upon successful completion of the certification, Certified Medical Billing and Coding Professional
B. Total Cost of Program (include all costs to the student including testing, licensure):
$999.00
C. Provide a list of all books required for the program (even if cost of books is included in tuition):
• The Electronic Health Record for the Physician’s Office with SimChart for the Medical Office
• Step-by-Step Medical Coding
• ICD-10-CM
• CPT
• HCPCS Level II
• Physician Coding Exam Review
D. Provide a list of all supplies required for the program (even if costs are included in tuition):
SimChart Access Card (Online Access), ICD-10-PCS guides and code lists are provided for download on the student’s portal.
E. WIOA Contact for Enrollment Status /Credential Verification:
Name: Luciana Medric
Email:
lucianna.medric@pennfoster.edu
Phone number:
570-961-4069
F. Direct Website link to the program:
partners.pennfoster.edu
G. Additional information:
• Background check requirements for licensing and background restrictions for working in the occupation:
• Other requirements needed:
H. Refund Policy (provide a summary if Refund policy is not listed on school website): https://www.pennfoster.edu/admissions/refund-policy
I. Credentials: (The following questions must be answered along with a supporting explanation for each)
• Industry Recognized: (Developed and offered by, or endorsed by a nationally-recognized industry association or organization representing a sizeable portion of the industry sector)
Yes or No:
Yes
Nationally Recognized Industry Association or Organization:
• Stackable: (Part of a sequence of credentials)
Yes or No:
Yes
Career Pathway:
Certified Medical Billing and Coding Professional
• Portable: (Recognized in other geographical areas; by other educational institutions; or by other industries/companies)
Yes or No (Explain): Yes, this certification is a national standard and is recognized in most areas.
• Accredited Curriculum:
(This is referring to the course being accredited,
not the test or school)
Yes or No: No
Accrediting Agency and link to website:
J.Credential Attainment Rate:
Percentage of students in the last 24 months who obtained a postsecondary credential during WIOA program participation or within one year after exit from WIOA.
NA
Details
Hours
750
Entrance Requirements
High School Diploma or Equivalent
School
WIOA Approved Program
Yes
Training Location(s)
Online/Distance Education
Local WIB
7 - ARIZONA@WORK - Maricopa County
Name of Credential
Certified Medical Billing and Coding Professional
Type of financial aid offered or have access to
NA
Refund Policy
https://www.pennfoster.edu/admissions/policies/refund-policy
Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?
Yes - Distance Education Accrediting Commission
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for women?
No
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for men?
No
Cost Items
In-State Tuition
$1,299.00
Out-of-State/District Tuition
$1,299.00
Total In-State Program Cost
$1,299.00
Total Out-of-State Program Cost
$1,299.00
