Become a Medical Biller and Coder in 12 Weeks, 100% Online
Get certified for a real healthcare career from home. In 12 weeks you are ready to pass the NHA CBCS national exam and apply for billing and coding jobs at clinics, hospitals, and insurance companies. No commute, no classroom, no waiting for next semester.
How to Become a Medical Biller and Coder in 12 Weeks
Medical billing and coding is one of America's fastest-growing healthcare careers, and most of the work happens behind a screen. In 12 weeks at FHCA you learn ICD-10 and CPT coding, insurance billing, and revenue cycle management, then finish ready to sit for the NHA CBCS exam.
12 Weeks from Enrollment to Certified
This program is 100% online and self-paced, with weekly live instructor sessions to keep you on track. Here is exactly how it works, start to finish.
1. Enroll. Register online and reserve your seat with the $400 deposit. You get immediate access to the FHCA student portal.
2. Online Theory. Move through medical terminology, anatomy, ICD-10 and CPT coding systems, reimbursement methodologies, and comprehensive health insurance at your own pace. Weekly live instructor-led sessions inside our Kajabi LMS for any questions.
3. Apply Your Coding Skills. Practice on simulated claims and real coding scenarios in our dedicated practice courses, building real coding experience before exam day.
4. Final Review. Complete the comprehensive MBC290 Billing and Coding Review module with your instructor's guidance. You walk into the exam knowing exactly what to expect.
5. Get Certified. Sit for the NHA CBCS national exam with your voucher (a $134 value) included, in person at FHCA, at a PSI center, or remotely. You finish with your FHCA certificate plus your CBCS certification.
Start anytime, self-paced. No cohort dates, no waiting until the next semester begins.
Learn With Live Instructor Support
You are never learning alone. Every week, a certified instructor leads a live session to answer your questions and keep you moving. Miss one? Recordings are posted so you never fall behind.
What You Will Learn in the FHCA Medical Billing and Coding Program
550 hours across 19 courses, taking you from zero coding experience to NHA CBCS exam-ready in 12 weeks. Every module maps to what employers actually look for.
| COURSE # | COURSE TITLE | CLOCK HOURS |
|---|---|---|
| MBC110 | Introduction to the Medical Biller and Coder Occupational Field and History | 30 |
| MBC120 | Law and Ethics in Allied Health Careers | 20 |
| MBC130 | Billing and Coding Administration and Marketing | 20 |
| MBC140 | Introduction to Basic Anatomy and Physiology | 30 |
| MBC150 | Introduction to Medical Instruments and Physiology | 30 |
| MBC160 | Introduction to Medical Terminology | 30 |
| MBC170 | Basic Grammar for Allied Health | 10 |
| MBC180 | Basic Math for Allied Health | 15 |
| MBC190 | Basic Pharmacology for Allied Health | 15 |
| MBC200 | Computer Introduction and Management | 20 |
| MBC210 | Professional Communication Skills | 20 |
| MBC220 | Introduction to ICD and CPT Codes | 40 |
| MBC230 | Specialty Codes and Modifiers | 45 |
| MBC240 | Reimbursement Methodologies | 40 |
| MBC250 | Comprehensive Health Insurance | 30 |
| MBC260 | Medical Biller and Coder Practice | 30 |
| MBC270 | Claims Processing Practice | 30 |
| MBC280 | ICD and CPT Simulator Practice | 30 |
| MBC290 | Billing and Coding Review | 65 |
| TOTAL | 550 |
Start Anytime, Finish in 12 Weeks
100% online and self-paced, so you never wait for a cohort. Enroll today, get instant access, and start tonight. Weekly live sessions keep you on track, and the schedule flexes around your job, kids, and life. Most students finish in 12 weeks.
Medical Billing and Coding Program Cost and Tuition Breakdown
The program is $2,500 total, including your $400 deposit and your NHA CBCS exam voucher (a $134 value). Once your deposit is in and your acceptance letter arrives, you pick the payment plan that best fits your budget.
Pay In Full
$2,500
One-time payment, includes your $400 deposit and NHA CBCS exam voucher (a $134 value).
Weekly Payments
$XXX / week
Spread your balance across the weeks of the program. Your exact weekly amount is confirmed with your acceptance letter.
Monthly Payments
$XXX / month
Split your tuition into a few simple monthly payments. Your exact monthly amount is confirmed with your acceptance letter.
Flexible payment plans available. Your $400 deposit applies to your $2,500 tuition.
Requirements to Enroll in Our Medical Billing and Coding Program
🎂 Age: You must be 18 years or older.
🆔 Photo ID: A valid driver's license or state-issued photo ID.
📜 Education: A High School Diploma or GED.
🛂 Residency: Resident Card or Proof of Citizenship (if applicable).
🔢 SSN: A valid Social Security number.
💳 Deposit: A $400 deposit to reserve your seat.
No prior healthcare experience required. No prior coding experience required. The program starts you at the fundamentals and builds you up to NHA CBCS exam-ready.
National Certification, Recognized Nationwide
Graduate ready to sit for the NHA CBCS (Certified Billing and Coding Specialist) national exam, recognized by employers across the country.
Will AI Replace Medical Coders? The Honest Answer
The most-googled question about medical coding in 2025 is "will AI replace this job?". The honest answer from the industry: no, and here is why.
"AI is not presently capable of improving data accuracy without coders."AAPC, the body that certifies coders nationally
The hybrid AI-plus-coder workflows hospitals are adopting push accuracy to 99% and cut claim denials in half, which takes MORE trained coders, not fewer. Someone has to audit the AI and catch the edge cases.
AI is not shrinking this profession. It is making certified coders more valuable.
Source: AAPC Knowledge Center 2024, BLS Occupational Outlook Handbook 2024.
We Help You Land the Job After You Finish
Once you are certified, our team backs you with job placement support. We bring the opportunities; you land the job, often at clinics, billing companies, and hospitals within weeks.
Your Dream Job Is Just Around the Corner!
Our graduates are actively working with these and many other companies.
Hear from FHCA Students
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How FHCA Compares to Other Online Medical Billing and Coding Programs
We are not the cheapest option in the country, but we are the fastest credible online Medical Billing and Coding program with the certification voucher included and live instructor support.
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| Cost | $2,500 | $1,049+ | $3,999+ | $999+ | $1,099+ |
| Duration | 12 weeks | 8–12 months | 4 months | 4 months | 4–12 months |
| Cert Exam Voucher Included | Yes (NHA CBCS) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Live Instructor Sessions | Yes (weekly) | No | Limited | No | No |
| Job Placement Support | Yes | No | Yes | No | Limited |
| State License | Florida CIE #5971 | Pennsylvania | Utah | Colorado | Georgia |
Disclaimer: All competitor data shown is based on information from their websites as of 2025.
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Your Next Career Starts in 12 Weeks
Get certified for a real medical billing and coding career without leaving home, quitting your job, or waiting for next semester. Reserve your seat now with the $400 deposit, and put the rest on a payment plan that fits your budget.
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