Get The Skills To Become a Medical Biller
8-Month* Medical Billing Training with Externship in Pittsburgh, PA
Launch your career in healthcare with our comprehensive Medical Billing Diploma Program. In just 8 months* (32 weeks), you can gain the skills needed to work in medical billing, healthcare reimbursement, and revenue cycle operations.
This full-time program prepares students for entry-level medical billing and claims processing roles in hospitals, physician practices, outpatient facilities, and health insurance companies.
Program Information
- Program Length: 8 Months*
- Total Clock Hours: 950
- Externship: 320 Hours Included
- Schedule: Monday–Friday | 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM
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What is Medical Billing?
Medical billing professionals play a critical role in the healthcare system. They ensure providers receive accurate and timely reimbursement by:
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- Submitting insurance claims
- Reviewing medical documentation
- Applying ICD-10 and CPT codes
- Managing reimbursement workflows
- Preventing and resolving claim denials
- Ensuring compliance with federal and state healthcare regulations
Medical billing is ideal for individuals who want a healthcare career without direct patient care responsibilities.
Comprehensive Medical Billing Training
Our Medical Billing Diploma Program is designed to meet workforce demand for trained healthcare reimbursement professionals.
Students receive hands-on training in:
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- ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS Coding: Learn to interpret diagnostic and procedural documentation to support accurate claim submission.
- CPT & HCPCS Coding Foundations: Apply procedural codes to ensure compliance and reimbursement accuracy.
- Medical Claims Processing: CMS‑1500 and UB‑04 claim forms; Medicare, Medicaid, TRICARE, and commercial insurance; coordination of benefits; workers’ compensation and auto insurance claims; denial management and appeals.
- Healthcare Revenue Cycle Management: Understand how billing, coding, insurance verification, and payment posting connect within healthcare organizations.
- Electronic Health Records (EHR) & Encoder Software: Gain practical experience using industry-standard tools to support efficient billing operations.
- Professional & Computer Skills: Develop digital proficiency, professional communication, resume preparation, interview skills, and workplace readiness.
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Built in Externship
After completing 630 hours of classroom training, students complete a 320-hour externship in a real-world healthcare billing environment.
Externship placements may include:
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- Hospital billing departments
- Physician practices
- Centralized billing facilities
- Insurance companies
- Revenue cycle service organizations
This hands-on experience strengthens your resume and prepares you for entry-level employment.
No-Cost Programs
At Bidwell Training Center, students do not incur any tuition fees. idwell is funded by the State of Pennsylvania, along with support from foundations, grants, and individual donors. With this funding, all accepted students receive a one‑time institutional grant that covers tuition, fees, uniforms, scrubs, supplies, and textbooks. This grant is automatically awarded upon acceptance—no separate application required.
We understand how challenging it can be to pursue your career goals while managing everyday expenses. That’s why all our programs are offered at no cost to eligible Pennsylvania residents who hold a high school diploma or equivalent.
Career Opportunities in Medical Billing
Graduates are prepared for roles such as:
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- Medical Billing Specialist
- Insurance Claims Processor
- Revenue Cycle Associate
- Medical Accounts Representative
- Billing Coordinator
- Healthcare Reimbursement Specialist
Medical billing professionals work in stable office environments and are employed across nearly every healthcare setting.
Why Choose Our Medical Billing Program?
✔ Complete your training in 8 months*
✔ 950 clock hours of comprehensive instruction
✔ 320-hour externship included
✔ Training aligned with healthcare workforce demands
✔ ICD-10, CPT, and revenue cycle instruction
✔ Professional development integrated throughout
✔ Designed for entry-level healthcare careers
Our curriculum focuses on practical, employer-aligned medical billing skills that prepare graduates to contribute immediately in healthcare billing and claims processing environments.
Is a Rewarding Career in Medical Billing Right For You? Get More Info…
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For immediate questions, call 412-402-9761
*Program length when completed in normal time.