Get The Skills To Become a Medical Biller

A class learning about medical billing reads textbooks and reviews data on monitors. — Bidwell Training Center provides Medical Billing training to help you gain confidence and become career-ready

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:

- 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:

- 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:

- 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. Bidwell 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.

Net Cost Estimate: Medical Coder/Biller Diploma

Description	Amount
Tuition	$12,000
Application Fee	$0
Computer	$310
Books	$1,292
Student Supplies	$59
Lab Fee	$0
Certification Test Fee	$0
Clearance Fees	$40
Student Insurance	$0
Uniform	$280
Graduation Fee	$50
Sub-total Required Materials	$1,882
Sub-total Fees	$90
Program Total	$13,972
Internal One-time Institutional Grant Award	$13,972
Balance Due	$0

Career Opportunities in Medical Billing

Graduates are prepared for roles such as:

- 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…

If you’re interested in learning more about our Medical Billing Diploma and exploring whether Bidwell Training Center is right for you, fill out the form on this page to receive more information.

For immediate questions, call 412-402-9761

*Program length when completed in normal time.

Frequently Asked Questions

: What does the Medical Billing program at Bidwell Training Center cover?
Bidwell’s Medical Billing Diploma Program covers ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS coding, CPT and HCPCS coding foundations, claims processing, healthcare revenue cycle management, electronic health records, encoder software, and computer skills.

The curriculum is built around the skills employers in Pittsburgh and across Pennsylvania actively seek in healthcare billing professionals — preparing students to assign codes, analyze medical records, and support accurate claim submission. No prior healthcare experience is required.

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: How long is the Medical Billing program at Bidwell?
The Medical Billing Diploma Program is completed in approximately 8 months* and totals 950 clock hours of instruction, including 630 hours of classroom training.

The classroom portion is followed by a 320-hour externship in a real-world healthcare billing environment — a clear, efficient path to an entry-level healthcare career without a multi-year degree commitment.

*Program length when completed in normal program time

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: What is an externship, and is one included in the Medical Billing program?
An externship is a supervised work placement where students apply classroom skills in a professional setting before graduation. The Medical Billing program includes a 320-hour externship in a healthcare billing environment covering claims processing, EHR systems, and professional office work.

Bidwell’s placement staff coordinates the placement — students don’t need to arrange it independently.

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: Do I need a high school diploma or prior experience to enroll in Medical Billing training in Pittsburgh?
No prior healthcare or billing experience is required. Enrollment requires a high school diploma or GED, proof of Pennsylvania residency, and passing scores on an assessment covering reading comprehension and basic math.

The process begins with an in-person Information Session — contact the Admissions Office at 412-402-9761 to schedule.

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: Is the Medical Billing program at Bidwell Training Center really at no cost?
Yes. Accepted students pay nothing for tuition, fees, uniforms, supplies, or textbooks. Bidwell is funded by the State of Pennsylvania, along with foundations, grants, and donors.

All eligible students automatically receive a one-time institutional grant upon acceptance — no separate application required. Students must be Pennsylvania residents with a high school diploma or equivalent.

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