Medical Billing and Coding Training Program

About the Role

This is a grant-funded training program designed to prepare individuals for careers in medical billing and coding. The role involves learning healthcare insurance, coding, reimbursement, and regulatory compliance, with a focus on CPT, ICD-10-CM, and HCPCS Level II code sets. Participants will gain skills in claim form preparation, submission, follow-up, and denial management, aiming to achieve industry certifications (CPB, CPC).

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate coding services adhering to payer and organizational guidelines.
• Abstract clinical data from medical records for billing.
• Review patient encounters for correct code assignment.
• Research and resolve denied claims and billing discrepancies.
• Maintain confidentiality per HIPAA regulations.
• Assist with billing, collections, and account receivable processes.
• Post payments, correct claim errors, and manage credit balances.
• Communicate with patients and stakeholders empathetically.

Requirements

• Must be 18+ with a high school diploma or GED.
• U.S. citizen or Green Card holder.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office beneficial.
• Familiarity with California billing and bilingual skills preferred but not required.
• Ability to pass a criminal background check.

Program Details

• Includes online classroom training and internship components.
• Requires a commitment of 40 hours/week during business hours.
• Focuses on healthcare billing, coding, and revenue cycle management in diverse healthcare settings.

Benefits

• Stipend of $31,200.
• Health reimbursement benefits.
• Prepares participants for industry-recognized certifications (CPB, CPC).

Schedule

40 hours per week during business hours.