Medical Billing And Coding is a Diploma program offered by Fortis College in Baton Rouge, LA. The program takes 48 weeks to complete, with a total tuition of $19,656.
Program Overview
The Medical Billing and Coding program prepares students for entry-level billing and coding positions in a medical office, clinic, or hospital. As coding complexity and healthcare regulation grow, so does demand for well-trained billing and coding professionals.
Students learn to compile, compute, process, and maintain patient medical records with the correct codes for billing — including the CMS-1500 form, ICD-10 and CPT codes, HIPAA confidentiality, and the legal aspects of health information. The program builds a solid foundation of coding knowledge and the technology skills to enter the field.
What sets this Program apart
- Earn a Medical Billing and Coding diploma.
- Training in ICD-10 and CPT coding, the CMS-1500 claim form, reimbursement, and medical-office procedures.
- Includes an externship in a healthcare setting before graduation.
- Prepares graduates for the NHA Certified Billing & Coding Specialist (CBCS) exam.
- Accredited by ABHES.
General Requirements
- A high school diploma or its recognized equivalent, with documentation. Foreign credentials must be translated into English and evaluated as equivalent or higher by a NACES-member…
- You must be at least 17 years old when your program of study starts.
- Complete an applicant information form and interview with an admissions advisor or other administrative staff.
- Achieve the minimum required score on the Wonderlic Scholastic Level Exam (SLE). A passing score is valid for three years.
- Meet all financial obligations and complete the tuition payment requirements.
- Sign the Fortis enrollment agreement once accepted.
Application Process
- 1Speak to an admissions advisorEvery applicant is assigned an admissions advisor who explains the curriculum and policies and books the interviews you need.
- 2Submit your documentationProvide proof of high school completion and complete the applicant information form. It is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure Fortis receives every required document.
- 3Sit the Wonderlic SLETake the Scholastic Level Exam and reach this program’s published minimum. Accommodations must be requested under the catalog’s policy — campus staff cannot approve them.
- 4Financial aidFortis participates in federal student aid including Pell Grants, Direct Loans, PLUS Loans and Federal Work-Study. File the FAFSA and meet the campus financial aid office.FAFSA Code for Fortis College in Baton Rouge: 034803Complete FAFSA Application
- 5Sign the enrollment agreementAdmission decisions weigh your fulfilment of the requirements, your previous educational records and your career interests.
Program Schedule
Day and evening class schedules are available — contact the campus for current class times.
The program is 62 quarter credits (1,020 contact hours), completed in 48 weeks, delivered on-campus.
An externship is included so students can apply their knowledge and skills in a real healthcare setting. Required externship hours must be completed before graduation. Students are not paid for work performed at the externship site.
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Required Courses
| Subject # | Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| AHP101 | Introduction to Health Professions | 4 |
| AHP105 | Medical Terminology | 4 |
| AHP106 | Medical Anatomy and Physiology | 4 |
| MAS120 | Human Diseases and Pharmacology | 4 |
| MOA110 | Medical Office Procedures | 4 |
| MOA115 | Medical Records and Insurance | 4 |
| MOA120 | Electronic Health Records | 4 |
| MOA125 | Medical Insurance and Billing | 4 |
| MOA130 | Bookkeeping in the Medical Office | 4 |
| MBC110 | Procedural and Diagnostic Coding | 4 |
| MBC115 | Hospital, Surgical, and Medical Coding | 4 |
| MBC120 | Physician Coding | 4 |
| MBC125 | Reimbursement Methods and Procedures | 4 |
| MBC130 | Capstone and Career Development | 4 |
| MBC190 | Externship | 6 |
| Totals | 62 |
Location
Why Accreditation Is Important
Attending an accredited program means your education has met independently reviewed quality standards designed to protect students.
The Medical Billing and Coding program at Fortis College in Landover is offered at a campus accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES).
- A reliable indicator of educational quality
- Eligible for federal Title IV financial aid
- Independently reviewed against published standards
- Recognised by employers in the field
Accreditations
Student Demographics
These are demographics for all students at the Fortis College in Baton Rouge Campus (IPEDS, 2024).
Cost of Attendance and Financial Aid Information
The total program cost of $21,987 covers tuition plus the required fees and materials below:
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $19,656 |
| Administrative & technology fee | $203 |
| Certification / licensure exam | $120 |
| Laptop computer | $941 |
| Books & materials | $1,067 |
| Total program cost | $21,987 |
Financial aid is available to those who qualify. Fortis participates in federal student aid programs including Pell Grants, Federal Direct Loans, Direct PLUS Loans for parents, and Federal Work-Study. Complete the FAFSA and speak with the campus financial aid office to learn what you are eligible for.
Curriculum
| Course Code | Course Title | Clock Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| AHP101 | Introduction to Health Professions | 60 | 4 |
| AHP105 | Medical Terminology | 60 | 4 |
| AHP106 | Medical Anatomy and Physiology | 60 | 4 |
| MAS120 | Human Diseases and Pharmacology | 60 | 4 |
| MOA110 | Medical Office Procedures | 60 | 4 |
| MOA115 | Medical Records and Insurance | 60 | 4 |
| MOA120 | Electronic Health Records | 60 | 4 |
| MOA125 | Medical Insurance and Billing | 60 | 4 |
| MOA130 | Bookkeeping in the Medical Office | 60 | 4 |
| MBC110 | Procedural and Diagnostic Coding | 60 | 4 |
| MBC115 | Hospital, Surgical, and Medical Coding | 60 | 4 |
| MBC120 | Physician Coding | 60 | 4 |
| MBC125 | Reimbursement Methods and Procedures | 60 | 4 |
| MBC130 | Capstone and Career Development | 60 | 4 |
| MBC190 | Externship | 180 | 6 |
| Total | 1020 | 62 |
Career Outcomes
Graduates are prepared to seek entry-level employment in healthcare facilities such as physicians' offices, hospitals, clinics, rehabilitation centers, nursing homes, home-health agencies, and insurance offices.
Students in their final quarter are eligible to take the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) Certified Billing & Coding Specialist (CBCS) exam.
What to expect as a Fortis student
Fortis is a career-focused college. The Medical Billing and Coding program follows a set, sequenced schedule combining classroom instruction with hands-on practice in coding and medical-office software, and concludes with an externship in a healthcare setting.
Required externship hours must be completed before graduation, and students are not paid for work performed at the externship site.