The Medical Coder and Biller Certification duties have evolved in recent years. The Medical Coder and Biller Certification, also known as medical coders, or health information technologists, are responsible for maintaining and accurately reporting and categorizing patient information. They manage health information and ensure its’ quality through a series of checks and balances. They also need basic knowledge of medical terminology, patient care skills and general office

skills.

Our entry level Hybrid online/onsite 4-month program will prepare individuals for

an entry level Medical Assisting-Administrative position. Our introductory program

will prepare individuals, under supervision of physicians, to provide medical office

administrative services and perform simple clinical duties including patient intake

and care, routine diagnostic and recording procedures, pre-examination and

examination assistance, and the administration of medications and first aid. Heart

to Heart Career Training Center’s Medical Assistant program includes instruction

in basic anatomy and physiology; medical terminology; medical law and ethics;

patient psychology and communications; medical office procedures; and clinical

diagnostic examination, testing and treatment procedures.

The Medical Assistant has a variety of job responsibilities inclusive of medical and

administrative tasks depending on State Law. Some common tasks of an MAC

includes Scheduling patients, insurance processing, billing and collections, taking a

patient’s history, preparing an examination room, assisting physicians during

examinations, filing and front desk responsibilities. Since a Medical Assistant

works with the public, appearance and respect for confidentiality is important.

MedicalAssistantsmayadvance to otherpositions throughexperience or

additional training. Additional EKG class or Phlebotomy class for the CMAC

certification.