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School of Business Certificate

Certificate in Medical Billing and Coding

Certificate Certificate

An online Medical Billing and Coding certificate you can finish in as few as 9 months, 24 credits, with a hybrid capstone and preparation for the Certified Professional Coder exam.

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9 moFully online, with a hybrid capstone
Complete in as few as
24Certificate curriculum requirements
Credits
3With three start dates a year
Start dates a year
CPCThe industry standard for MBC professionals
Exam you sit for

Curriculum

What you will study

UB’s Medical Billing and Coding courses combine healthcare knowledge and coding applications to prepare you for a fast-paced career in the medical field. Each course is designed to help you prepare for national certification.

CODING

Codes and records

Interpret medical records and apply diagnostic and procedural codes to ensure accurate patient billing.

TERMS

Medical terminology

You’ll develop a deep understanding of medical terminology and healthcare documentation.

RULES

Regulations and insurance

As the healthcare landscape evolves and regulatory standards change, your medical biller and coder training will allow you to stay current and at the top of your field.

24 CR

24 credits to certification

Medical Billing and Coding curriculum requirements total 24 credits. Course availability and schedules may vary by semester. For the most up-to-date program details, please contact our Admissions team.

Curriculum

Medical Billing and Coding curriculum requirements – 24 credits

Medical Billing and Coding curriculum requirements – 24 credits
Course code Course name
MBCO 115 Introduction to Medical Insurance and Coding
MBCO 213 CPT® 4 Coding I
MBCO 214 CPT® 4 Coding II
CAIS 115 Learning and Working Through Digital Technologies
MBCO 216 ICD-10-CM Coding
MBCO 250 Medical Office Management
MBCO 220 Medical Coding Capstone
MBCO 299 Medical Billing and Coding Internship
A flexible program

Education that fits into your life

At University of Bridgeport, we understand that your education needs to fit into your life, and not the other way around. That’s why our Medical Billing and Coding certificate program is designed with flexibility in mind, helping you balance your studies with work, family, and personal commitments.

As a student in the Medical Billing and Coding school at UB, you can: Complete your certificate in as few as 9 months. Attend fully online classes that fit your schedule. Apply your learning through a hybrid capstone experience. Course availability and schedules may vary by semester. After completing your coursework, you’ll sit for the Certified Professional Coder (CPC) exam. The CPC exam is the industry standard for MBC professionals. Once certified, you step into a rewarding career as a critical member of the healthcare administration team.

9 mo
In as few as 9 months
Online
With a hybrid capstone

Admission requirements

How to apply

Medical Billing and Coding applicants must satisfy the following admission requirements:

What to complete

  • Complete the application for admission into University of Bridgeport
  • Completion of the following Medical Billing and Coding prerequisite courses with a minimum grade of a “C” or better: Medical Terminology and Biology Elective
  • Complete the Medical Billing and Coding program application
  • Interview with the program director and/or practicum coordinator before admission
  • To learn more about Medical Billing and Coding requirements and applying to University of Bridgeport’s Medical Billing and Coding program, contact Admissions.
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Career outcomes

Where the certificate leads

Once you complete your Medical Billing and Coding certificate, you’ll enter into a career filled with opportunities to work in a variety of healthcare settings. Even better, many Medical Billing and Coding jobs offer flexible, hybrid, and remote roles, allowing you to find personal balance and professional satisfaction.

Where you could work
As a professional medical biller and coder, you’ll find diverse roles in: hospitals, insurance companies, medical billing consulting firms, large medical practices, long-term or residential care facilities, and state and federal health agencies. And more!
The role you play
When you become a Certified Professional Coder (CPC), you’ll become an essential part of the healthcare team, helping streamline the billing process and reducing patient confusion and stress around medical expenses. You’ll bridge the gap between patients, providers, and insurance companies.
Why it matters
The healthcare system depends on more than doctors, nurses, and direct care providers. It relies on skilled professionals working behind the scenes to keep patient care moving forward.
An office-based path
A career in medical billing and coding is perfect for you if you want to work in healthcare but prefer an office-based environment over a clinical setting.

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Every course, in full

View all courses offered and read full course descriptions in our online course catalog system.

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