The Certificate in Medical Billing will prepare you for an entry-level position as a medical biller. You will learn the terminology, record and forms management, medical insurance requirements, and billing procedures needed to effectively manage patient accounts.
Students who attend the Medical Billing program will complete most of their course work online. Students should be aware that the Medical Billing internship will require additional time commitment in a health care facility.
Program science courses must be completed within (5) years prior to the anticipated start date of the program to count towards completing the certificate.
Students must earn a grade of “C” or better in all required in order to graduate.
A minimum of 23 credits is required for graduation.
CORI/CHRI/SORI
Students interested in participating in this program may be required to undergo a Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) check, a Criminal History Record Information (CHRI) check, and a Sex Offender Record Information (SORI) check. For more information, visit theCORI/CHRI/SORI page on the NECC website.
Northern Essex Community College is committed to the success of every student. Students with legal issues in their background will meet with a committee as part of the CORI/CHRI/SORI process and will receive guidance and counseling throughout the review of their records. NECC personnel make every effort to help students prepare for careers in their chosen field. Students are encouraged to seek assistance and support.
Drug screening
Students enrolled in their academic program may be required to pass a drug screening analysis.
Requirements
| ACC101 | Introductory Accounting I | 3 |
| BIO101 | Human Biology | 3 |
| OR | |
| BIO122 | Anatomy & Physiology II | 4 |
| CIS110 | Computer Applications | 3 |
| ENG101 | English Composition I | 3 |
| HES103 | RICCS: Preparing for Success in a Healthcare Career | 1 |
| HES115 | Medical Terminology | 3 |
| MRT103 | Coding & Classification for Medical Billing | 3 |
| MRT104 | Health Insurance and Reimbursement | 3 |
| MRT290 | Medical Billing Internship | 1 |
Schedule Tips: MRT103, MRT104 offered SPRING ONLY; MRT290 offered SUMMER ONLY
Courses with Prerequisites: BIO101, BIO122, MRT103, MRT104, MRT290
Milestone Courses: CIS110, HES115, MRT103, MRT104, MRT290
Recommended Course Sequence/Pathway Medical Billing Certificate
Year 1 Fall
Year 1 Spring
| ENG101 | English Composition I | 3 |
| HES103 | RICCS: Preparing for Success in a Healthcare Career | 1 |
| MRT103 | Coding & Classification for Medical Billing | 3 |
| MRT104 | Health Insurance and Reimbursement | 3 |
Year 1 Summer
| MRT290 | Medical Billing Internship | 1 |