Revenue Cycle and Billing

Catalog description

This course will prepare the student to understand the components of the revenue cycle and their interconnectivity. Students will be introduced to common third-party payers, insurance terminology, and medical billing. Plan options, payer requirements, and state and federal regulations relating to the revenue cycle will be examined. They will learn skills including claim form preparation and processing, and electronic claim submission and the management of these revenue cycle processes. The focus will be on accuracy of data collected and data processed for proper and timely payment.