According to the 2002/2003 Occupational Outlook Handbook Medical Billing/Coding is one of the ten fastest growing professions in the U.S. This growth is a result of the needs of the aging population, growth in the number of health care practitioners, and their desire to hire the most qualified person to handle the complexity of paper and electronic information.

• Course Description
• Course Completion
• How the Online Course Works
• Course Fees & Materials
• Registration Information
• Brochure (PDF)

course description

The medical industry is experiencing tremendous demand for individuals with knowledge of medical office operations, billing and coding. The business office of every health care provider must submit the proper documentation to a number of insurance companies for reimbursement. This requirement has created numerous opportunities for trained individuals to be employed in medical offices, clinics, and hospitals, as well as home based opportunities. Students will receive a working knowledge of medical billing and reimbursement in addition to an introduction to the national diagnostic and procedural coding systems. An introduction to medical office computer software and your own medical billing software is also included.
According to the 2002/2003 Occupational Outlook Handbook Medical Billing/Coding is one of the ten fastest growing professions in the U.S. This growth is a result of the needs of the aging population, growth in the number of health care practitioners, and their desire to hire the most qualified person to handle the complexity of paper and electronic information.

Course Completion

Upon completion of the course:

• The Administrative Medical Specialist (AMS) will be able to perform valuable front office functions for a medical office.
• The AMS will be proficient in communication, equipment, and organizational skills.
  The AMS will be knowledgeable of medical coding (CPT, ICD9 and HCPC), medical billing, and completing insurance forms.
• The AMS will also be able to input patient information, scheduling, and coding using medical software.
• The AMS will have the software to run their own Medical Billing business.

This is a unique opportunity to receive these comprehensive skills in a concise Web-based training experience. Available for immediate registration and you can complete the course, self paced from any Web enabled computer.

How the Online Course Works:

• Students begin when they wish
• Students are assigned an instructor for one-on-one assistance
• Students move at their own pace
• All materials are included
• The student work is evaluated; a 70% is required for a certificate
• Students should complete the course within 90 days but may request an additional 90-day extension
• Students will receive a certificate from the school upon successful completion

The courses are self-paced. The instructors respond to the student, not the other way around. Each course has a set of lessons and exams.

More information and a demo of how the course operates can be obtained at http://www.gatlineducation.com/ams_billing_coding_07_course.html.

Course Fees and Materials

Tuition for this program is $2,095 per person. All materials included..

NOTE: No refunds are available after you are registered.

Loan information available at http://www.collegeloanapplication.com.

Registration Information

Registration is easy:

• Register online.
• Print out and complete the application and submit it by mail or fax.
• Call our office at 1-877-450-1841 or (701) 777-4269.
• Apply in person at Gustafson Hall on the University of North Dakota campus.

Note: Registration will not be processed until payment is received unless prior arrangements have been made with the Office of Certificate Programs.