Spring 2012 Los Angeles Harbor College Extension Program
Spring 2012 Los Angeles Harbor College Extension Program
Spring 2012 Los Angeles Harbor College Extension Program
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Medical Insurance Billing & Coding<br />
Medical Insurance Billing and<br />
Coding Training <strong>Program</strong><br />
Free Orientation March 3<br />
(No academic credit awarded for these classes.)<br />
This Medical Billing and Coding <strong>Program</strong> provides you with<br />
preparation to join one of the fastest growing industries of<br />
the millennium. Developed by an advisory board composed<br />
of Medical Billing Administrators, Health Care Human<br />
Resource Specialists, and Medical Office Consultants, the<br />
curriculum provides you with practical skills needed for a<br />
career change, advancement, or independent contracting.<br />
Certificate Requirements<br />
Certificates will be awarded to those who attend and complete Thirteen (13) required courses:<br />
Required Courses<br />
• Orientation<br />
• Anatomy<br />
• Physiology<br />
• Medical Terminology: Intro<br />
• Medical Terminology: Advanced<br />
• Medical Billing I<br />
• ICD-9 Coding<br />
Required Texts:<br />
• ICD-10 Coding<br />
• CPT Coding<br />
• Advanced Coding<br />
• Computerized Billing<br />
• Advanced Medical Billing<br />
• Hospital Billing<br />
• Lien Processing<br />
1. Medical Terminology for Health Professions (Spiral Bound) 6th Edition by Ehrlich<br />
and Schroeder ISBN: 978-1418072520<br />
2. CPT 2011 Professional Edition by AMA ISBN: 978-1603592178<br />
3. 2011 ICD-9-CM, for Hospitals, Volumes 1, 2 and 3, Professional Edition<br />
(Spiral bound) ISBN: 978-1437702095<br />
4. HCPCS 2011 Level II by AMA ISBN: 978-0882846163<br />
5. Taber’s Cyclopedic Medical Dictionary (21st Edition, Thumb indexed version)<br />
ISBN: 978-0803615595<br />
6. Insurance Handbook for the Medical Office by Fordney. ISBN: 978-1437701289<br />
7. Workbook for Insurance Handbook for the Medical Office. ISBN: 978-1437701326<br />
8. Step-by-Step Medical Coding 2010 Edition by Buck and Thurston<br />
ISBN: 978-1416068365<br />
9. Workbook for Step-by-Step Medical Coding 2011 Edition by Buck<br />
ISBN: 978-1437716429<br />
10. Preparing for ICD-10-CM: Make the Transition Manageable ISBN-10: 1579478662<br />
Enrollment Information<br />
Companies and individuals may purchase the program for a fixed and reduced fee of<br />
$899 (includes registration, tuition, and filing fees). Fees must be paid by the first meeting<br />
of program, however, be advised that space is limited and students are accepted on<br />
a first come, first serve basis. There will be NO waiving of program requirements for<br />
courses taken at other schools. No refunds after Mar 24. Certificate participation is<br />
required to enroll in any course. For program guidelines, registration, or more information,<br />
call 310-233-4450.<br />
<strong>Program</strong> Coordinators: Peter A. Aguilera, MA & Sergio Soto, MA<br />
Lead Instructor: Shoushik “Sue” Mardirosian, Certified Billing Instructor<br />
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