Medical Billing & Coding
Program Level:
Continuing Education
Program Type:
Fully Online
Department:
Continuing Education
Institute:
Business & Entrepreneurship
College:
SPC
Build Skills in Medical Billing & Coding
Certified Professional Coder (CPC)
Prepare for a high-demand healthcare career through a structured, instructor-led program with real-world applications. Gain in-depth coding expertise and prepare for the Certified Professional Coder (CPC) certification, supported by industry-recognized training and resources.
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Online Program format |
$4,745 Cost of tuition |
196 Contact Hours Length of program |
Grants and Scholarships Are Available!Find out if you’re eligible to receive free tuition and job placement services that will enable you to secure an in-demand career. |
Program RequirementsComplete your training with the skills, certification, and confidence to enter a fast-growing field with remote and flexible career opportunities. |
✓ Possess proficiency in English (reading, writing, and speaking skills)
✓ You are at least eighteen (18) years of age
✓ Have a high school diploma or GED
✓ Recommended CASAS scores: Reading >235 | Math >226
✓ Must have access to a computer/tablet and internet
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Your Course of Study
6-course program | 196 Total Course Hours
12 Hours
Explore the fundamentals of today’s business environment while building the academic and workplace skills needed for training and career success. Students learn key business concepts, professional responsibilities, workplace communication, and foundational office practices aligned with workforce readiness standards.
44 Hours
Develop a strong foundation in medical language used in healthcare settings. Students learn medical word structure, abbreviations, symbols, diagnostic procedures, surgical terminology, and medical specialties essential for healthcare administration and coding careers.
44 Hours
Learn how to accurately assign and apply ICD-10-CM diagnostic codes used in healthcare billing and reimbursement. Students develop coding skills through hands-on practice with coding guidelines, codebooks, conventions, and real-world healthcare scenarios.
48 Hours
Build practical skills in medical billing, insurance claims processing, and CPT coding procedures used in healthcare offices and facilities. Students learn reimbursement processes, coding applications, and claims form preparation to support accurate healthcare documentation and billing operations.
36 Hours
Strengthen coding knowledge and prepare for industry certification exams through guided review, practice exercises, and test-taking strategies. Students reinforce medical coding concepts, coding accuracy, and healthcare billing competencies needed for certification readiness.
12 Hours
Strengthen workplace readiness skills through hands-on learning focused on communication, customer service, digital literacy, and professional office practices. Students build reading, writing, math, and problem-solving skills while preparing for success in healthcare administration and business environments.
ContactPhone: 210-485-0500 Email: dst-aceadmission@alamo.edu |
Get StartedGet career-ready fast with our high-demand technical training programs. You can expect a response from our team within 24–48 hours. |
HB 1508This program may lead to an occupational license for which a prior criminal history may make a student ineligible. |