Online Medical Coding & Billing
Certificate Program For Florida Students
Our self-paced, online medical coding & billing program for Florida residents will prepare you for certification (CBCS) and a role as a medical biller & coder in as little as 5 months.
- $79/month
- 5-day money-back commitment
- DEAC Accredited
- 100% online, self-paced classes, on your phone or computer
- Complete in 5-12 months, part-time
- One-on-one career coaching and instructor support
- Start learning today - no waiting period!
- $79/month
- 5-day money-back commitment
- DEAC Accredited
- 100% online, self-paced classes, on your phone or computer
- Complete in 5-12 months, part-time
- One-on-one career coaching and instructor support
- Start learning today - no waiting period!
What You'll Learn
- Human Anatomy and Physiology
- Medical Terminology
- CPT and ICD-10-CM Coding Lanaguage
- Coding for Medical Procedures and Diagnostics
- Coding Software
- Medical Records
- Healthcare Insurance
- Payment Methodologies
- Legal and Ethical Standards
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Course Outline
In our online Medical Coding and Billing program you will receive the training to understand researching and assigning diagnostic and procedural codes to medical records, how to process medical bills, and gain an understanding of common claim forms, medical terminology, and ethical issues in healthcare. The course equips students with the knowledge to navigate and apply current CPT and ICD-10-CM codes effectively across various healthcare environments.
Quick Facts
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Lessons: 39
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Quizzes: 39
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Complete in as little as 5 months
What's Inside the Course
Beginner-Friendly Lessons
Classes are designed for anyone to easily learn, and are broken up into digestible sections that build as you progress through our program. No due dates or deadlines.
Engaging Curriculum
Reading lessons, supplemental videos, interactive exercises, note taking, read-aloud and disability features, and open note multiple choice quizzes with no time limit.
Hands-On Supplemental Learning
You’ll receive the ICD-10-CM Coding Manual and the CPT Coding Manual.
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Medical Coding & Billing Career
Outlook & Certification in Florida
$44,210*
27,780*
18%*
Certification
Upon graduation from our medical billing and coding program for Florida residents, you will receive your U.S. Career Institute Certificate of Completion attesting to your accomplishment. U.S. Career Institute's medical coding and billing program will prepare you to take a professional certification exam of your choosing.
Included with our course, we cover the cost of your CBCS certification exam, study guide and practice test – a $203 value!†
National Certification Options
- a. National Healthcareer Association (NHA)
- b. Requirements: Successful completion of a medical billing and coding program within the last 5 years, HS Diploma or GED and exam fees.
- c. Recommended: USCI encourages our graduates to purchase the NHA test prep materials prior to taking the exam.
- d. USCI Recommended: Yes
- e. Your CBCS exam fees, study guide and practice test are included in your tuition-up to a $399 value†.
- a. American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC)
- b. Requirements: AAPC Membership and exam fees.
- c. Recommended: A certificate or transcript showing 80 hours or more of education can be used to fulfill one of the two years required to remove the Apprentice (“A”) status from the certification and become a CPC. After a year of verifiable coding work experience, the grad can apply to have the “A” dropped by submitting a letter, on letterhead, signed from your employer verifying one year of on-the-job experience.
- d. USCI Recommended: Yes
- e. Your CPC-A exam fees are included in your tuition-up to a $399 value†.
Medical Coding and Billing Jobs in Florida
Florida currently employs 23,650 medical coding and billing specialists.* There are thousands of medical coding and billing jobs open in Jacksonville, Miami, Tampa, Orlando, St. Petersburg, Tallahassee and many other cities in Florida, according to Indeed.com. Medical coding and billing specialists work at hospitals, doctor’s offices, outpatient care centers, insurance companies, long-term care facilities, government agencies, and consulting firms. Remote/work-from-home positions are also available for some medical biller and coder jobs.
Tuition & Financing
*Plus one-time $29 application charge..
**First payment includes $50 down payment and $29 application charge. Application charge is non-refundable.
Florida Medical Coding & Billing FAQs
How can I become a Medical Coder & Biller in Florida?
Education: Obtain a high school diploma or GED. Enroll in a medical coding and billing program, either online or at a local college, which typically takes 9-12 months. Our program at USCI can be completed in as little as 5 months.
Certification: Pursue certification such as CPC-A® through the AAPC (American Academy of Professional Coders) or CBCS through the NHA (National Healthcareer Association). Florida doesn’t require state-specific licensure, but certification increases job prospects.
Job Search: Apply to hospitals, clinics, or remote positions. Florida’s growing healthcare industry offers numerous opportunities. Included in your program is access to our career coaches who will assist you in building a resume and answering career questions.
Continuing Education: Stay updated on coding regulations (e.g., ICD-10, CPT) by attending workshops or renewing certifications as required.
How much does a Medical Coder & Biller make in Florida?
Medical Coders & Billers in Florida make on average $44,210* per year according to O*Net.
