Medical Billing Degrees

Medical billing degrees prepare students for careers as medical billers, who are responsible for submitting claims to insurance companies for the purpose of receiving payment for healthcare services.

Graduates of medical billing programs work throughout the healthcare system and are a key component in the management of both large and small healthcare organizations. Medical billers work in small primary care offices, urgent care clinics, small hospitals, regional healthcare centers, and university health systems. Medical billers are relied upon to provide accurate information and communicate within a fast paced environment. Because medical billers work with insurance companies that are increasingly becoming a standard presence in the provision of healthcare, the job potential of medical billers remains quite positive. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average medical biller is paid an annual average salary of about $33,000.

Certificate and associate’s programs in medical billing feature courses on medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, health information law, database management, computer science health care ethics, computing, and insurance. Programs also feature discussion on basic healthcare IT and office administration. Prerequisites of these programs are minimal; however the student should have a high school diploma or equivalent, and possess word processing and typing skills.

Degrees in Medical Billing

AmeriTech College: AA in Medical Billing and Coding
Bryant & Stratton College: AAS in Medical Reimbursement & Coding
Grantham University: AAS in Medical Coding and Billing
Harrison College: AAS in Medical Reimbursement Technology
Herzing University: AS in Insurance Billing and Coding Specialist
University of Phoenix: AA in Health Care Administration – Medical Records

Top Online Surgical Technician Degree Programs

Like many other technician and assistant fields, few schools offer distance learning programs specifically for becoming a Surgical Technician. In many cases though, students start with an undergraduate degree in healthcare and receive on-the-job training later. Click through the following links to request more information on the programs from each school.

AAS in Medical Assisting AAS in Health IT AAS in Human Services	Kaplan University — Apply for this school's associate degree in Medical Assisting to achieve a strong foundation in surgical technology. This course is ideal for a fast and flexible solution to your online degree as you earn an entry-level education that concentrates on helping students acquire knowledge and develop skills in performing laboratory, clinical, and medical office procedures. Kaplan also offers degrees in human services and health information technology.
AS in Medical Assisting AA in Health Services	Keiser University — For working adults who need a flexible class schedule, Keiser's associate's degree in medical assisting may be the ideal program for aspiring surgical techs. In most cases, this program can be completed within one year and should provide all the training needed to begin a career as a healthcare professional. Kesier also offers an AA degree in health services administration.
AS in Health IT BS in Health IT	DeVry University — For aspiring surgical technicians who want a bigger role in patient data management, DeVry University's associate's degree in health information technology prepares students to learn application systems and work with managing electronic health information databases. (A bachelor's degree in this subject is also available.) HIT professsionals work with nurse, doctors, and other health care providers.
BS in Health Care Mgmt	Harrison College — Harrison College has an online program for students interested in becoming surgical technicians for a Bachelors of Science in Health Care Management; both of which are accredited. These programs are a perfect choice for students seeking to jump-start their careers and enter the workforce with the knowledge needed to succeed.
AS in Allied Health Science	South University — Try on South University's associate degree in Allied Health Science for size. This online program provides students with the information and training needed to begin a career in surgical technology, as it is designed to expose students to a broad education in general studies combined with an emphasis on life science subjects such as anatomy and physiology, chemistry, nutrition, and pathophysiology.
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