Medical Billing & Coding Careers

If you're fascinated by the health care industry, but not interested in direct patient care, learn the necessary skills to enter or advance in the world of hospitals, clinics, or physician's offices through employment in medical records departments or business offices. People who can meet the extensive administrative needs of health care institutions are in demand.

UNM Continuing Education provides a variety of options in career-focused training, either in-person or online.

In-person: Administrative Medical Coding and Billing Certificate

The certificate in coding coursework includes the basic, intermediate, and advanced levels necessary to compete in health care information technology occupations. Course 38104, Medical Terminology and Human Anatomy, is the first course you will take for this certificate. However, students who have successfully completed a medical terminology and human anatomy class at another educational institution may contact the program supervisor to validate completion and to arrange to test out of the class. Medical coding and billing training prepares you for the national CPC exam to become a certified professional coder.

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Required Classes (4)

Class Name	Starts	Cost
Medical Terminology and Human Anatomy for Coders Knowledge of Medical Terminology and Anatomy is essential in any medical setting. This course introduces the foundations of medical language and human anatomy as it applies to medical coders, billers and office personnel. PRefixes, suffixes, diagnostic and medical terms will be covered as well as human anatomy in illustration form. The overview and discussion of body systems and diseases will be covered. NOTE: Required textbook Medical Terminology and Anatomy for Coding; 3rd edition by Betsy J. Shiland ISBN‐13: 978‐0323427951] Is included in tuition and will be distributed at the first class meeting. Course Number: 38104 \| Cost: $1,089 Medical Terminology and Human Anatomy for Coders - Spring 1 Dates: 01/13/2020 - 02/24/2020 Class Times: Mon, Thu 5:30 PM ‐ 8:30 PM (12 Session Total) Instructor: Lupe Chavez Location: CE South Building Learn More and Register Lupe Chavez Ms. Chavez has been employed in the Health Care Industry for over 28 years. Her experience ranges from coding and billing to compliance and education. She received her CPC (certified professional coder) certification in 1991 and her CPC‐H (certified professional coder‐hospital) certification in 1998 from the American Academy of Professional Coders. In 1998, Ms. Chavez is credited for initiating the Albuquerque AAPC Chapter in which she served as chapter president for 2 years. In 2007, Ms. Chavez received her CCP‐P (certified compliance professional‐physician) certification from the Board of Medical Specialty Coding and her CMAS (certified medical administrative specialist) from the American Medical Technologists. Ms. Chavez was the co‐founder of Medical Academy Services LLC and in 2008 became the sole founder of New Mexico HealthCare Consulting Services LLC. Close	01/13/2020	$1,089
Medical Billing and Healthcare Specialist Prepare for a variety of administrative positions in the medical industry, including Admitting Clerk, Medical Biller, Claims Processor and Medical Front Office. Learn third‐party payer billing, state and federal rules and regulations, compliance issues, HIPAA, patient record keeping, patient registration, and scheduling. Review reimbursement methodologies, fee schedule reimbursement and charge‐master issues, along with an introduction to CPT‐4 and ICD‐10 coding systems. This course meets in the computer lab. Course materials included in course fee. No textbook is required. Course Number: 38110 \| Cost: $1,089 Medical Billing and Healthcare Specialist - Spring 1 Dates: 01/13/2020 - 02/27/2020 Class Times: Mon, Thu 5:30 PM ‐ 8:30 PM and Mon, Thu 5:30 PM ‐ 8:30 PM and Mon 5:30 PM ‐ 8:30 PM and Thu 5:30 PM ‐ 8:30 PM and Mon 5:30 PM ‐ 8:30 PM (13 Session Total) Instructor: Lupe Chavez Location: CE South Building Learn More and Register Lupe Chavez Ms. Chavez has been employed in the Health Care Industry for over 28 years. Her experience ranges from coding and billing to compliance and education. She received her CPC (certified professional coder) certification in 1991 and her CPC‐H (certified professional coder‐hospital) certification in 1998 from the American Academy of Professional Coders. In 1998, Ms. Chavez is credited for initiating the Albuquerque AAPC Chapter in which she served as chapter president for 2 years. In 2007, Ms. Chavez received her CCP‐P (certified compliance professional‐physician) certification from the Board of Medical Specialty Coding and her CMAS (certified medical administrative specialist) from the American Medical Technologists. Ms. Chavez was the co‐founder of Medical Academy Services LLC and in 2008 became the sole founder of New Mexico HealthCare Consulting Services LLC. Close	01/13/2020	$1,089
CPT‐4 Coding Specialist (Basic, Intermediate, Advanced) This is an intense CPT coding course. Begin at the basic level, where students gain an understanding and foundation of CPT‐4 coding, then progress into evaluation, management, and surgery sections, followed by all other organ and body systems. The course concludes at the advanced level by coding from the medical record documentation. There will also be a complete review of modifiers. Prerequisite:Course #38104 Medical Terminology and Human Anatomy for Coders. NOTE: Includes Textbook: AMA CPT® 2018 Professional Edition [ISBN: 978‐1‐62202‐600‐5 or AAPC ISBN:978‐1‐6220‐2400‐1]PLEASE CALL Registration at (505) 277‐0077 ext. 1 for information on enrolling. Course Number: 38102 \| Cost: $1,089 CPT‐4 Coding Specialist (Basic, Intermediate, Advanced) - Spring 1 Dates: 02/27/2020 - 04/06/2020 Class Times: Mon, Thu 5:30 PM ‐ 8:30 PM (12 Session Total) Instructor: Lupe Chavez Location: CE South Building Learn More and Register Lupe Chavez Ms. Chavez has been employed in the Health Care Industry for over 28 years. Her experience ranges from coding and billing to compliance and education. She received her CPC (certified professional coder) certification in 1991 and her CPC‐H (certified professional coder‐hospital) certification in 1998 from the American Academy of Professional Coders. In 1998, Ms. Chavez is credited for initiating the Albuquerque AAPC Chapter in which she served as chapter president for 2 years. In 2007, Ms. Chavez received her CCP‐P (certified compliance professional‐physician) certification from the Board of Medical Specialty Coding and her CMAS (certified medical administrative specialist) from the American Medical Technologists. Ms. Chavez was the co‐founder of Medical Academy Services LLC and in 2008 became the sole founder of New Mexico HealthCare Consulting Services LLC. Close	02/27/2020	$1,089
ICD‐10‐CM Coding Specialist This is an intense ICD‐10‐CM coding course, which starts with the format and convention behind the International Classification of Diseases, then builds upon these coding fundamentals until the student can code complex diagnoses from the medical record documentation. Prerequisite: Course #38104 Medical Terminology and Human Anatomy for Coders. NOTE: Includes the cost of the required textbook 2019 ICD‐10‐CM Code Book [2018 ICD‐10‐CM Expert for Providers and Facilities] ISBN: 978‐1‐626884‐717 PLEASE CALL Registration at (505) 277‐0077 ex.t 1 for information on enrolling. Course Number: 38105 \| Cost: $1,089 ICD‐10‐CM Coding Specialist - Spring 1 Dates: 04/09/2020 - 05/18/2020 Class Times: Mon, Tue, Thu 5:30 PM ‐ 8:30 PM (17 Session Total) Instructor: Lupe Chavez Location: CE South Building Learn More and Register Lupe Chavez Ms. Chavez has been employed in the Health Care Industry for over 28 years. Her experience ranges from coding and billing to compliance and education. She received her CPC (certified professional coder) certification in 1991 and her CPC‐H (certified professional coder‐hospital) certification in 1998 from the American Academy of Professional Coders. In 1998, Ms. Chavez is credited for initiating the Albuquerque AAPC Chapter in which she served as chapter president for 2 years. In 2007, Ms. Chavez received her CCP‐P (certified compliance professional‐physician) certification from the Board of Medical Specialty Coding and her CMAS (certified medical administrative specialist) from the American Medical Technologists. Ms. Chavez was the co‐founder of Medical Academy Services LLC and in 2008 became the sole founder of New Mexico HealthCare Consulting Services LLC. Close	04/09/2020	$1,089
Medical Billing and Healthcare Specialist Prepare for a variety of administrative positions in the medical industry, including Admitting Clerk, Medical Biller, Claims Processor and Medical Front Office. Learn third‐party payer billing, state and federal rules and regulations, compliance issues, HIPAA, patient record keeping, patient registration, and scheduling. Review reimbursement methodologies, fee schedule reimbursement and charge‐master issues, along with an introduction to CPT‐4 and ICD‐10 coding systems. This course meets in the computer lab. Course materials included in course fee. No textbook is required. Course Number: 38110 \| Cost: $1,089 Medical Billing and Healthcare Specialist - Summer 1 Dates: 06/18/2020 - 07/27/2020 Class Times: Mon, Thu 5:30 PM ‐ 8:30 PM (12 Session Total) Instructor: Lupe Chavez Location: CE South Building Learn More and Register Lupe Chavez Ms. Chavez has been employed in the Health Care Industry for over 28 years. Her experience ranges from coding and billing to compliance and education. She received her CPC (certified professional coder) certification in 1991 and her CPC‐H (certified professional coder‐hospital) certification in 1998 from the American Academy of Professional Coders. In 1998, Ms. Chavez is credited for initiating the Albuquerque AAPC Chapter in which she served as chapter president for 2 years. In 2007, Ms. Chavez received her CCP‐P (certified compliance professional‐physician) certification from the Board of Medical Specialty Coding and her CMAS (certified medical administrative specialist) from the American Medical Technologists. Ms. Chavez was the co‐founder of Medical Academy Services LLC and in 2008 became the sole founder of New Mexico HealthCare Consulting Services LLC. Close	06/18/2020	$1,089

Related Classes (As Needed)

Class Name	Starts	Cost
Testing Strategies with CPC Exam Preparation There are many areas of study including Medical Terminology/Anatomy, CPT, ICD‐10 and HCPCS coding that examinees must have a solid understanding of in order to successfully pass the certified professional coder (CPC) exam. This course is for students who have successfully completed a UNMCE coding program and is designed as preparation for the next step, taking the CPC certification exam. General preparation and test strategies will be reviewed. 150 test questions similar to what in on the real exam will be covered with answers and rationales. NOTE: This is not a coding class. Current CPT, ICD‐10 and HCPCS books are required. Prerequisite: students must have completed a UNMCE CPT and ICD‐10 program course (in class or on line) Course Number: 38113 \| Cost: $349 Testing Strategies with CPC Exam Preparation - Spring 1 Dates: 01/15/2020 - 02/12/2020 Class Times: Wed 5:30 PM ‐ 8:30 PM (5 Session Total) Instructor: Lupe Chavez Location: CE South Building Learn More and Register Lupe Chavez Ms. Chavez has been employed in the Health Care Industry for over 28 years. Her experience ranges from coding and billing to compliance and education. She received her CPC (certified professional coder) certification in 1991 and her CPC‐H (certified professional coder‐hospital) certification in 1998 from the American Academy of Professional Coders. In 1998, Ms. Chavez is credited for initiating the Albuquerque AAPC Chapter in which she served as chapter president for 2 years. In 2007, Ms. Chavez received her CCP‐P (certified compliance professional‐physician) certification from the Board of Medical Specialty Coding and her CMAS (certified medical administrative specialist) from the American Medical Technologists. Ms. Chavez was the co‐founder of Medical Academy Services LLC and in 2008 became the sole founder of New Mexico HealthCare Consulting Services LLC. Close	01/15/2020	$349
CPC National Certification Boot Camp This five hour fast paced boot camp will prepare students to take the CPC® national certification exam. All sections of the exam will be reviewed and testing techniques/tools will be covered. The boot camp will conclude with a timed mock exam. Students must bring their current editions of the CPT‐4, HCPCS and ICD‐10 coding books. Course material is included in course fee. Prerequisite: Courses #38104, #38102, #38105 or equivalent Course Number: 38112 \| Cost: $149 CPC National Certification Boot Camp - Spring 1 Date: 02/08/2020 Class Times: Sat 8:00 AM ‐ 2:00 PM (1 Session Total) Instructor: Lupe Chavez Location: CE South Building Learn More and Register Lupe Chavez Ms. Chavez has been employed in the Health Care Industry for over 28 years. Her experience ranges from coding and billing to compliance and education. She received her CPC (certified professional coder) certification in 1991 and her CPC‐H (certified professional coder‐hospital) certification in 1998 from the American Academy of Professional Coders. In 1998, Ms. Chavez is credited for initiating the Albuquerque AAPC Chapter in which she served as chapter president for 2 years. In 2007, Ms. Chavez received her CCP‐P (certified compliance professional‐physician) certification from the Board of Medical Specialty Coding and her CMAS (certified medical administrative specialist) from the American Medical Technologists. Ms. Chavez was the co‐founder of Medical Academy Services LLC and in 2008 became the sole founder of New Mexico HealthCare Consulting Services LLC. Close	02/08/2020	$149
HCPCS Level II This course covers level II of the HSPCS coding system. HCPCS level II is a standardized coding system that is used primarily to identify products, supplies, and services not included in the CPT codes, such as ambulance services and durable medical equipment, injections, prosthetics, orthotics, and supplies (DMEPOS). A complete review of HCPCS level II modifiers and their relationship to CPT‐4 codes will also be covered. A basic knowledge of CPT coding is desired. NOTE: Required text is included in tuition. Course Number: 38120 \| Cost: $629 HCPCS Level II - Spring 1 Dates: 02/19/2020 - 03/11/2020 Class Times: Wed 5:30 PM ‐ 8:00 PM and Wed 5:30 PM ‐ 8:00 PM (4 Session Total) Instructor: Lupe Chavez Location: CE South Building Learn More and Register Lupe Chavez Ms. Chavez has been employed in the Health Care Industry for over 28 years. Her experience ranges from coding and billing to compliance and education. She received her CPC (certified professional coder) certification in 1991 and her CPC‐H (certified professional coder‐hospital) certification in 1998 from the American Academy of Professional Coders. In 1998, Ms. Chavez is credited for initiating the Albuquerque AAPC Chapter in which she served as chapter president for 2 years. In 2007, Ms. Chavez received her CCP‐P (certified compliance professional‐physician) certification from the Board of Medical Specialty Coding and her CMAS (certified medical administrative specialist) from the American Medical Technologists. Ms. Chavez was the co‐founder of Medical Academy Services LLC and in 2008 became the sole founder of New Mexico HealthCare Consulting Services LLC. Close	02/19/2020	$629
FRESH LOOK ‐ Orientation to Medical Coding and Billing Training Healthcare is a topic on everyone's mind. The important work of the medical coder and billing specialist is to connect services with payment options. The changes over the last two years and the expansion of services makes a certified medical coders essential to the organization. Coders can work in hospitals, physician's offices or remotely as a self‐employed contractor. Join Lupe Chavez, our instructor for the Certificate in Administrative Medical Coding and Billing, to learn about the opportunities for becoming certified and how this certificate program can be your first step into the health care world. This is a FREE event. Course Number: 38030 \| Cost: FREE FRESH LOOK ‐ Orientation to Medical Coding and Billing Training - Spring 1 Date: 05/13/2020 Class Times: Wed 6:00 PM ‐ 7:00 PM (1 Session Total) Instructor: Lupe Chavez Location: CE South Building Learn More and Register Lupe Chavez Ms. Chavez has been employed in the Health Care Industry for over 28 years. Her experience ranges from coding and billing to compliance and education. She received her CPC (certified professional coder) certification in 1991 and her CPC‐H (certified professional coder‐hospital) certification in 1998 from the American Academy of Professional Coders. In 1998, Ms. Chavez is credited for initiating the Albuquerque AAPC Chapter in which she served as chapter president for 2 years. In 2007, Ms. Chavez received her CCP‐P (certified compliance professional‐physician) certification from the Board of Medical Specialty Coding and her CMAS (certified medical administrative specialist) from the American Medical Technologists. Ms. Chavez was the co‐founder of Medical Academy Services LLC and in 2008 became the sole founder of New Mexico HealthCare Consulting Services LLC. Close	05/13/2020	FREE
HCPCS Level II This course covers level II of the HSPCS coding system. HCPCS level II is a standardized coding system that is used primarily to identify products, supplies, and services not included in the CPT codes, such as ambulance services and durable medical equipment, injections, prosthetics, orthotics, and supplies (DMEPOS). A complete review of HCPCS level II modifiers and their relationship to CPT‐4 codes will also be covered. A basic knowledge of CPT coding is desired. NOTE: Required text is included in tuition. Course Number: 38120 \| Cost: $629 HCPCS Level II - Spring 2 Dates: 05/19/2020 - 05/28/2020 Class Times: Tue, Thu 5:30 PM ‐ 8:00 PM (4 Session Total) Instructor: Lupe Chavez Location: CE South Building Learn More and Register Lupe Chavez Ms. Chavez has been employed in the Health Care Industry for over 28 years. Her experience ranges from coding and billing to compliance and education. She received her CPC (certified professional coder) certification in 1991 and her CPC‐H (certified professional coder‐hospital) certification in 1998 from the American Academy of Professional Coders. In 1998, Ms. Chavez is credited for initiating the Albuquerque AAPC Chapter in which she served as chapter president for 2 years. In 2007, Ms. Chavez received her CCP‐P (certified compliance professional‐physician) certification from the Board of Medical Specialty Coding and her CMAS (certified medical administrative specialist) from the American Medical Technologists. Ms. Chavez was the co‐founder of Medical Academy Services LLC and in 2008 became the sole founder of New Mexico HealthCare Consulting Services LLC. Close	05/19/2020	$629

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