Medical Billing and Coding Program with Optional Clinical Externship

Learn the skills needed to solve insurance billing problems, how to manually file claims (using the CPT, ICD-10, and HCPCS manuals), complete common insurance forms, trace delinquent claims, appeal denied claims and use generic forms to streamline billing procedures. The course covers the following areas: CPT (Introduction, Guidelines, Evaluation and Management), specialty fields (such as surgery, radiology and laboratory), ICD-10 (Introduction and Guidelines) and basic claims processes for medical insurance and third-party reimbursements. You will also learn how to find the service and codes using manuals, (CPT, ICD-10 and HCPCS).

Textbooks are included in the fee for this course.

Early Bird (special discount) registration fee ends 5/31.

This course will be held on UTEP campus. COVID19 precautions will be followed based upon university directives given closer to the start date of class. An email with course information will be sent to students approximately 1-3 days prior to the start date of class.

Free Info Seminar: If attended the seminar and name is confirmed on Free Info Seminar roster, you are eligible to receive the $50 discount that applies ONLY to the Registration Fee and not the Early Bird Fee, as discounts cannot be combined. To apply discount call 915-747-5142.

COURSE WITHDRAWAL: Refunds will be issued, minus a 15% cancellation fee per course, cost of materials, and/or lab fees, if a written request is faxed, emailed, or mailed and received three or more business days prior to the first day of a scheduled course. Refund requests must include your name, daytime telephone number, and the course number or name. This policy applies to all registrations, regardless of the payment method. Phone requests will not be accepted for a refund. Exceptions for refunds: There are no refunds for online courses. Other refund policies may apply to Conferences, Customized Training & Services, and other special programs.

NOTE: Please allow 2 -3 weeks for processing of refunds. No refunds will be given on or after the first-class meeting. Cancellations 1-3 days before first class meeting incur a 50% cancellation fee. A $25 fee will be charged for returned or canceled checks. Send your refund request via: ppp@utep.edu, Fax: 915-747-5538 or Mail: UTEP Professional and Public Programs 101 West Robinson Avenue Memorial Gym, Suite 111 El Paso, TX 79968-0602