# Online medical billing and coding classes Looking to understand how things work behind-the-scenes in healthcare? Check out our online medical billing and coding classes and electronic health records courses below. They’re designed to fit your needs — and your busy schedule. ![Woman looking through online courses and certificates](/online-courses/medical-billing-coding/_jcr_content/root/container/container_copy_copy_/container_copy/columns/responsivegrid1/image_copy.coreimg.jpeg/1669851219218/alumni-illustrations-courses.jpeg) ### Related online courses and certificates ### CERTIFICATE #### Medical Records Certificate 24 credit | 10 Months | Undergraduate [View course details](/online-healthcare-certificates/medical-records.html) ### College credit course #### Fundamentals of Electronic Health Records 3 credit | 5 weeks | Undergraduate [View course details](https://www.phoenix.edu/online-courses/hcis140t.html) ## Select the path that best suits your goals | Course features | Certificate | College credit courses | |---|---|---| | Duration Duration | Duration 10 months | Duration 5 weeks | | Format Format | Format Instructor-led | Format Instructor-led | | Cost Cost | Cost $398/credit | Cost $398/credit | | Online Online | Online YES | Online YES | | College credit College credit | College credit YES | College credit YES | | Federal financial aid eligible Federal financial aid eligible | Federal financial aid eligible YES | Federal financial aid eligible — | | | ## Frequently asked questions ![Man with a microscope looking for answers](/online-courses/medical-billing-coding/_jcr_content/root/container/container_963565693_/container/columns/responsivegrid0/container/image.coreimg.jpeg/1669083370545/faq-img.jpeg) Expand AllCollapse All ## Why study medical billing and coding? Medical billing and coding is a role within the Medical Records and Health Information field. The move to electronic health records systems and an aging population is impacting this field. According to the[BLS*](https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/medical-records-and-health-information-technicians.htm#tab-6), the role of a medical records and health information technician is to organize and manage health information data by ensuring it maintains its quality, accuracy, accessibility and security in both paper files and electronic systems.  *BLS projections are not specific to University of Phoenix students or graduates. ## How long is a medical billing and coding course? Our[Medical Coding Fundamentals](https://www.phoenix.edu/professional-development/Healthcare/course-details/medical-billing-and-coding-fundamentals/?utm_source=EDU&utm_medium=medical_billing_coding_landing_page&utm_campaign=mvp_launch)professional development pathway is self-paced, consists of around 30 hours of content, and you have 12 months to complete it.   ## Is medical billing and coding in demand? The[BLS](https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/medical-records-and-health-information-technicians.htm#tab-6)* projects an 8% growth between 2019 and 2029 for Medical Records and Health Information Technicians. Typically, the Medical Records and Health Information Technicians role requires a post-secondary certificate such as our Medical Records Certificate program. This program also prepares you to sit for the Certified Billing and Coding Specialist (CBCS) exam, a national industry certification offered through the National Healthcare Association. While completion of a college course or professional development course might help fill a skills gap, it may not lead to employment in this role. *BLS projections are not specific to University of Phoenix students or graduates. ## What will I get when I complete my course? If you complete one of our college courses, you can request a transcript for it from University of Phoenix. ## Why enroll in a certificate over a course? Our college credit certificate program is a focused collection of 8 courses that provides a comprehensive look at a specific field of study instead of just focusing on one course or subject. It also prepares you to sit for the Certified Billing and Coding Specialist (CBCS) exam, a national industry certification offered through the National Healthcare Association. To give you a kickstart on a degree — and to help you save time and money — all credits from this certificate program can also be transferred into our Bachelor of Science in Health Administration (BSHA) degree program. --- ### Interested in learning more about our courses? Have questions about our education courses? Speak with an enrollment representative. [Give us a call](tel:18449378679) Need help now? Connect with an enrollment representative right away. Start a chat ## Browse online healthcare articles - [What Is Triple Aim Healthcare?](/articles/healthcare/what-is-triple-aim-healthcare) — Career Support | March 28, 2023 • 7 minutes - [How to Become a Hospital Administrator](/articles/healthcare/how-to-become-a-hospital-administrator) — Career Support | August 02, 2023 • 8 minutes - [Careers in Health Information Management](/articles/healthcare/careers-in-health-information-management) — Online Degrees | January 25, 2022 • 7 minutes Load More... ```html ```