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What does a Healthcare Administration Professional do?
Healthcare Administration Professionals are responsible for providing support in areas such as billing, insurance, medical records, and compliance.
Students who complete the Healthcare Administration Professional program will be comfortable with healthcare compliance, medical terminology, and best practices for insurance and billing. They will also be prepared to tackle a wide array of tasks, including electronic record keeping, front office procedures, and managing healthcare regulations and laws.
Where Can You Work?
Healthcare Administration Professionals work in a variety of settings, including hospitals, urgent care centers, geriatric, maternity, and pediatric offices, as well as outpatient units. The daily role of an Administration professional will include data processing, billing, and coding, as well as frequent communication with patients and insurance companies.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- Web browser with internet connection
- Course registration & payment
Training Materials Provided
- Expert-led video based training
- eBooks: Kinn's Medical Administration Assistant & Integrated Electronic Health Records
- Competency assessments
- National Certification exam fee
Healthcare Administration Professional
Outcomes
Healthcare employment is projected to grow by 13% from 2021 to 2031, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. This means that over the next decade there will be nearly 2 million new positions available for those interested in healthcare.
Skills Learned
Upon completion of this program, you’ll learn a number of skills, including:
- Understanding regulatory laws and compliance
- Appropriate electronic record monitoring and auditing
- Understanding of insurance plans and practices
- Recognizing and using appropriate billing codes
- Performing front of office procedures and organization
Courses - 25 Weeks
Professionalism in Allied Health |
Medical Office Procedures and Administration |
Introduction to Human Anatomy and Medical Terminology |
Electronic Health Records |
Microsoft Office Basics |
Insurance and Billing, and Coding Essentials |
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Healthcare Administration Professional Job Possibilities
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Insurance Billing Specialist
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Healthcare and Medical Insurance Specialist
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Physician Biller
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Certification Information
Upon completion of the program, students will be prepared to sit for one of several exams, including Medical Coder and Biller Certification (MCBC), Certified Medical Administration Assistant (CMAA), and Certified Electronic Health Record Specialist (CEHRS). Earning one of these national certifications demonstrates to future employers that you have mastered the skills and knowledge necessary to work successfully as a Healthcare Administration Professional.
CMAA
Certified Medical
Administrative Assistant
The Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA) certificate is designed to help you gain the skills to provide administrative support in a medical setting. Demonstrate your expertise in the field and become qualified for a number of administrative duties, as well as direct contact with patients in clinical settings.
MCBC
Medical Coder &
Biller Certification
MCBC The Medical Coder & Biller Certification by the American Medical Certification Association (AMCA) showcases your knowledge and understanding of medical coding and billing.
CEHRS
Certified Electronic Health
Records Specialist
The Certified Electronic Health Records Specialist certificate ensures that you understand how to properly handle patient health records.
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Payment Options
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Program Comparison
Emerge Education | Community College | |
|---|---|---|
Program & Tuition Cost | $4,000 average | Up to $20,000 |
Exam Fees, Books & Materials | Included | Up to $750 |
Job Ready In | 3–6 months | 24–48 months |
Schedule Flexibility | On-demand 24/7 | Set class schedule |
Travel Requirements | None: 100% online | On-campus classrooms |
Student Support | Personal Advisors: text, call and email access | Professors: scheduled office hours |
Career Coaching | Exam-tailor + soft-skill training to build well-rounded careers | Exam-based + prerequisites and electives to meet credit |
Content Delivery | 3D animations, immersive environments, interactive activities, game-based learning | Professor lectures |
Meet Your Training Specialist
Lauren Holubec is your Training Specialist. She is here to help you understand the program, payment options and succeed! Get in touch with Lauren to learn more about the program and how to achieve your career goals. If you are a manager interested in group enrollment, please contact Lauren directly so she can assist you with the enrollment process.
FAQ
You will complete the courses in this program over 25 weeks, making students job-ready in just over six months. The program is flexible, allowing for assignments to be completed anytime, from anywhere, 24/7.
The courses in the Healthcare Administration Professional program include Medical Office Procedures and Administration, Insurance, Billing and Coding Essentials, Professionalism in Allied Health, Electronic Medical Records, Introduction to Human Anatomy and Medical Terminology, along with a supplemental Microsoft Office Basics class.
Someone in a Healthcare Administration Professional role can expect to spend a good deal of their day processing billing and insurance paperwork, along with data entry, medical record review, and addressing patient questions.
Healthcare Administration Professionals are a heavily-utilized field, and many employment options are available. Depending on your skills and preferences, you may find yourself working in a hospital, inpatient or outpatient center, urgent care facility, or private office setting.
Healthcare Administration Professionals can use their training and expertise as a stepping stone to other opportunities, including Health Care Manager, Healthcare and Medical Insurance Specialist, and Physician Biller.
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Shippensburg University has a long history of academic excellence, dating back to its founding in 1871. The university is known for its strong programs in education, business, engineering, and the sciences. Partnering with Emerge Education, they are bringing essential healthcare and IT certification courses to you when and where you need them.
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