Medical Coding and Billing Training Class

Free Medical Coding and Billing Training Class for Income-eligible Hamilton County Residents from the Community Action Agency.

The Hamilton County Community Action Agency Vocational Training program is offering a free medical coding and billing training class to income-eligible Hamilton County Residents. The training will prepare participants for the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) Certified Billing and Coding Specialists Exam (CBCS).

The 12-week training program begins on August 8, 2023. The program will meet on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Upon completing the CBCS exam and during the training, on-the-job learning opportunities and career placement assistance will be provided. Participants earning the CBCS exam will be qualified for entry-level Medical Coding and Billing positions at healthcare providers.

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Frequent Asked Questions

What do Certified Billing and Coding Specialists do?

Participants earning the CBCS exam will be qualified for entry-level Medical Coding and Billing positions at healthcare providers. Tasks performed could include:

Gathering/reviewing essential information
Verifying required documentation before patient information is released
Preventing fraud/abuse by auditing billing
Supporting coding and billing process
Assigning codes for diagnoses and procedures
Submitting claims for reimbursement
Auditing billing
Coaching healthcare providers to achieve optimal reimbursement

According to salary.com, the average Medical Coding and Billing salary in Cincinnati, OH, is currently $44,500, but the salary range typically falls between $41,396 and $48,686. Check out entry-level Medical Coding and Billing jobs in Cincinnati.

When is registration for the Medical Coding and Billing Training Class?

Registration for the free Medical Coding and Billing training class is open from July 10 to July 28.

How long is the training? Where and when will it take place?

The 12-week training program begins on August 8, 2023. The program meets on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Community Action Agency.

What are the Medical Coding and Billing Training Class program requirements?

Must Be 18 years and older
HS Diploma or GED
Meet the income requirements
Hamilton County Resident
Earn at least a four on the WorkKeys Test (Certificate Training Participants Only)

What documents are required to apply?

Download a copy of our Career Pathways Intake Checklist for a complete itemized list of what you need to apply. These documents will be requested after the Program Coordinator has reviewed your application.

Where can more information on the free Medical Coding and Billing training be found?

For more information, please contact:

LaVerne Lovejoy

[email protected]
513-642-9750

About the Community Action Agency Vocational Training Program

CAA’s vocational training programs allow participants to obtain state or nationally-recognized certification in industrial technology, manufacturing technology, health technology, emergency medicine, or supply chain and logistics. Training programs may vary from in-person, virtual, or hybrid models.

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Free Medical Coding and Billing Training Class