MEDICAL BILLING AND CODING

Associate Degree Program

Duration: 2 Years (4 Semesters)

Format: Live Online, On-Campus, or Hybrid

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Program Overview

The Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) in Medical Billing and Coding prepares students with the academic knowledge, technical competencies, and practical experience required for careers in medical billing, medical coding, insurance claims processing, reimbursement, compliance, and healthcare revenue cycle management across hospitals, physician practices, outpatient clinics, ambulatory surgery centers, rehabilitation facilities, long-term care organizations, insurance companies, and healthcare billing organizations.

The program combines classroom instruction with hands-on medical coding laboratories, electronic health record simulations, insurance claims workshops, reimbursement exercises, revenue cycle case studies, supervised professional practicum experience, and a comprehensive capstone project that reflects real-world healthcare billing operations.

Students develop expertise in medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, ICD-10-CM diagnosis coding, CPT procedure coding, HCPCS Level II coding, healthcare documentation, insurance verification, medical billing systems, electronic health records, Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement, commercial insurance, denial management, payment posting, accounts receivable, billing compliance, healthcare analytics, and artificial intelligence applications used within healthcare revenue cycle operations.

Graduates are prepared to contribute effectively to healthcare organizations by ensuring accurate code assignment, compliant claim submission, efficient reimbursement, effective revenue cycle performance, and high-quality administrative support that promotes financial sustainability and operational excellence.

Why Study This Program?

Comprehensive Medical Billing & Coding Training

Develop the technical knowledge and practical competencies required to accurately code healthcare services, process insurance claims, and support reimbursement operations.

Hands-on Learning Experience

Build real-world experience through medical coding laboratories, electronic health record simulations, insurance claim preparation, supervised practicum, and an integrated capstone project.

Healthcare Technology Integration

Gain practical experience using Electronic Health Records (EHR), healthcare billing systems, coding software, revenue cycle platforms, and digital healthcare technologies.

Revenue Cycle & Reimbursement Expertise

Develop specialized knowledge of insurance verification, reimbursement systems, payment processing, denial management, collections, and healthcare financial operations.

Industry-Relevant Curriculum

Study current billing, coding, compliance, reimbursement, and healthcare administration practices aligned with today’s healthcare workforce requirements.

Career Readiness

Graduate with practical experience and professional competencies that prepare you for immediate employment in healthcare billing, coding, insurance claims, and revenue cycle management.

What you will learn

The Associate of Applied Science in Medical Billing and Coding prepares students to support the financial and administrative functions of healthcare organizations by combining academic instruction with extensive practical application. Throughout the program, students develop the knowledge and technical skills required to review clinical documentation, assign standardized diagnosis and procedure codes, prepare insurance claims, process reimbursements, manage patient accounts, and support compliant healthcare billing operations.

Students gain competency in medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, ICD-10-CM diagnosis coding, CPT procedure coding, HCPCS Level II coding, electronic health records, insurance verification, medical billing procedures, Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement, commercial insurance, denial management, healthcare compliance, revenue cycle management, healthcare analytics, healthcare information technology, and artificial intelligence applications used within modern medical billing and coding environments.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program, graduates will be able to:

Explain healthcare revenue cycle operations and the relationship between medical billing, coding, reimbursement, and healthcare finance.
Interpret medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, and clinical documentation used in healthcare records.
Apply ICD-10-CM diagnosis coding guidelines accurately.
Apply CPT procedure coding principles for professional healthcare services.
Apply HCPCS Level II codes, modifiers, and medical necessity requirements.
Review healthcare documentation to support accurate code assignment and reimbursement.
Perform patient registration, insurance verification, eligibility review, and authorization activities.
Prepare, validate, and submit accurate healthcare insurance claims.
Health Records (EHR), healthcare billing software, coding references, and healthcare reporting tools.
Analyze revenue cycle performance using key performance indicators and healthcare dashboards.
Complete supervised workplace experience through a professional practicum

Semester 2 — Medical Coding & Clinical Documentation

College Mathematics
ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Coding
CPT Procedure Coding
HCPCS Level II Coding, Modifiers & Medical Necessity
Electronic Health Records & Clinical Documentation for Billing and Coding

Semester 1 —Healthcare, Insurance & Coding Foundations

English Composition
Professional Communication
Introduction to Medical Billing, Coding & Revenue Cycle Operations
Medical Terminology, Anatomy, Physiology & Pathophysiology
Healthcare Delivery, Health Insurance & Payer Systems

Semester 4 — Advanced Medical Billing & Coding

Digital Literacy & Healthcare Information Technology
Advanced Integrated Coding, Reimbursement & Claim Auditing
Professional Practicum in Medical Billing and Coding
Medical Billing, Coding & Revenue Cycle Capstone Project
Medical Billing Analytics, Practice Management & Emerging Technology.

Semester 3 — Billing, Reimbursement & Revenue Cycle Management

Principles of Business
Medical Billing, Claims Preparation & Electronic Submission
Medicare, Medicaid, Commercial Insurance & Managed Care
Revenue Cycle, Accounts Receivable, Denials & Appeals
Healthcare Billing Compliance, Privacy, Fraud & Abuse Prevention

Career Opportunities

Medical Biller
Medical Billing Specialist
Insurance Claims Specialist
Revenue Cycle Representative
Patient Accounts Representative
Billing and Collections Assistant
Claims Follow-Up Specialist
Denial Management Assistants

Admission Requirements

Applicants should possess a High School Diploma or its recognized equivalent.

Basic computer literacy is recommended.

International applicants may be required to submit additional documentation in accordance with institutional policies and applicable regulatory requirements.

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Tuition & Study Options

Associate Degree

2-Year Academic Program

Flexible Learning

Live Instructor-Led Learning supported by coding laboratories, EHR simulations, insurance claim workshops, professional practicum, and an integrated capstone project.

Flexible Payment Options

Installment payment plans are available for eligible students.

Tuition Information

Contact the Admissions Office for current tuition fees and available payment options.

Build a Career in Medical Billing and Coding?

Whether you are beginning your healthcare career or seeking specialized expertise in medical billing, coding, reimbursement, and healthcare revenue cycle management, Texas Business School provides the academic foundation, practical experience, and professional support needed to succeed in today’s growing healthcare industry.