2.5 Million
10 year Job Growth
$33,000
Avg. Starting Salary1
Issuing Authority
Issuing Authority American Medical Certification Association (AMCA)
The American Medical Certification Association (AMCA) is headquartered in Fairfield, New Jersey. The AMCA was established in 2010 with a vision of implementing national standards to ensure that each successful exam candidate has proven that they are knowledgeable in their specific subject matter. Additionally, the AMCA collaborates and actively participates in the allied healthcare industry to serve as a support network for allied healthcare professionals. The AMCA has obtained membership in various organizations to strengthen its’ ties to the industry. On May 11, 2018, the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA) granted American Medical Certification Association (AMCA) accreditation to the Medical Coder & Biller Certification (MCBC) for demonstrating compliance with the NCCA Standards for the Accreditation of Certification Programs.
MCBC Certification Detail
Selecting the Right Training Option Program Comparisons
MedCerts training programs are some of the most competitively price ways to start a new career.
| MedCerts | Community College | Online College | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Program & Tuition Cost | $4,000 average | Up to $20,000 | $3,000 average |
| Exam Fees, Books & Materials | Included | Up to $750 | Up to $750 |
| Job Ready In | 3–6 months | 24–48 months | 3–6 months |
| Schedule Flexibility | On-demand 24/7 | Set class schedule | On-demand 24/7 |
| Travel Requirements | None: 100% online | On-campus classrooms | None: 100% online |
| Student Support | Personal Advisors: text, call, and email access | Professors: scheduled office hours | Support inbox |
| Career Coaching | Exam-tailor + soft-skill training to build well-rounded careers | Exam-based + prerequisites and electives to meet credit hour requirements | Exam-specific only |
| Content Delivery | 3D animations, immersive environments, interactive activities, game-based learning | Professor lectures | Varies: typically videos and presentations |
This table is provided for reference only. Actual pricing may vary or change without notice. Pricing is based on an estimated full-cost tuition with fees for a Medical Assistant program or similar program before financial aid or other assistance. Data sampled from MedCerts, Oakland Community College, and Kaplan University.
MCBC Certification Skills Gained
Identify major laws, regulations, and guidelines related to medical billing- Understand various insurance types, carriers and plans and appropriate rules for coverage determination
- Recognize ICD-10-CM, CPT, HCPCS and modifiers and how to utilize them for billing
- Accurately complete and submit health insurance claims for reimbursement
- Comprehend payment adjudication, various claim statuses and the resubmission process
- Gather, review and verify crucial patient information and documentation
- Audit medical billing and prevent fraud and abuse
- Assign diagnostic and procedure codes and how to submit 'clean' claims for reimbursement
- Submit reimbursement claims to insurers and optimize healthcare providers’ maximum payment for medical procedures performed
MCBC Career PathwaysAttainable Jobs
highest Paying
Medical Billing Specialist
Reviews and verifies medical bills and invoices with accounts receivable ledger and patients; Ensures record accuracy, follow-ups, makes necessary revisions in information system to support accurate and efficient billing processes, and follows proper medical and insurance claims processes
$27000
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$51000
Estimated Salary1
highest Paying
Medical Biller
Submits medical claims to insurance companies and payers such as Medicare and Medicaid
$25000
-
$51000
Estimated Salary1
highest Paying
Insurance Billing Specialist
Utilize specialized knowledge of both medicine and insurance policies to communicate with insurance companies on behalf of medical personnel and patients
$28000
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$48000
Estimated Salary1
1All available job and salary information is from Burning Glass Labor Insights and is updated annually to reflect industry changes.