Medical Billing and Coding Certificate Program
Start your career in healthcare administration with Avicenna Allied Health Institute.
The Medical Billing and Coding Certificate Program prepares students for entry-level employment in healthcare offices, clinics, billing departments, insurance companies, and other medical administrative settings. Students learn how to read medical documentation, understand healthcare terminology, assign medical codes, and support accurate billing and reimbursement.
Medical Foundations
Medical Terminology
Anatomy and Physiology
Healthcare Documentation
Electronic Health Records (EHR)
HIPAA and Patient Privacy
Coding & Billing Procedures
ICD-10-CM Coding
CPT and HCPCS Coding Systems
Insurance and Reimbursement Processes
Claims Processing Procedures
Revenue Cycle Fundamentals
Professional Practice
Coding Accuracy and Compliance
Healthcare Regulations
Patient Account Management
Professional Communication
Workplace Readiness Skills
What You Will Learn
Course Highlights
DAC 101 – Foundations of Dentistry (Weeks 1–5)
Course Description
This course introduces students to the dental profession, ethical and legal responsibilities, Texas regulations, infection control, and foundational biological sciences. Emphasis is placed on professionalism, safety, and readiness for clinical participation.
Course Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, students will be able to:
- Describe roles of the dental team and professional expectations
- Apply Texas Dental Practice Act and TSBDE rules
- Demonstrate OSHA- and CDC-compliant infection control practices
- Identify oral structures and basic tooth morphology
- Perform foundational operatory and PPE procedures
DAC 102 – Clinical Sciences & Chairside Assisting (Weeks 6–10)
Course Description
This course develops core chairside assisting competencies, including dental anatomy, instrumentation, four-handed dentistry, patient management, ergonomics, and emergency procedures.
Course Learning Outcomes
Students will:
- Accurately chart teeth and conditions using standard systems
- Demonstrate four-handed dentistry techniques
- Assist in restorative and anesthetic procedures
- Apply ergonomic principles in clinical care
- Respond appropriately to medical emergencies
DAC 103 – Radiography, Materials & Specialty Practices (Weeks 11–15)
Course Description
This course focuses on dental radiography, dental materials, and assisting in specialty procedures. Students develop diagnostic imaging skills, manipulate materials, and assist across dental specialties.
Course Learning Outcomes
Students will:
- Apply radiation safety and ALARA principles
- Expose diagnostic bitewing and periapical radiographs
- Manipulate dental materials accurately
- Assist with orthodontic, periodontal, endodontic, and surgical procedures
DAC 104 – Practice Management and Communication (Weeks 16–18)
Course Description
This capstone course prepares students for workforce entry and certification by emphasizing practice management, Texas-allowed expanded functions, professionalism, and comprehensive review.
Course Learning Outcomes
Students will:
- Perform basic front-office and communication tasks
- Demonstrate an understanding of Dental Office systems and software
- Synthesize knowledge for certification readiness
- Demonstrate professional clinical behavior
DAC 105 – Clinical Externship
Course Description
This course is designed to increase the level of proficiency in assisting in a clinical setting. Emphasis is placed on the application of principles and procedures of fourhanded dentistry and laboratory and clinical support functions. Upon completion, students should be able to combine theoretical and ethical principles necessary to perform entry-level skills including functions delegable to a DA II.
Learning Format & Schedule – Medical Billing
Hybrid Delivery
Avicenna Allied Health Institute offers a flexible hybrid approach that combines:
- Online learning
- Teacher-directed instruction
- Hands-on practice with healthcare documentation
- Career-focused assignments and assessments
This format allows students to build knowledge while also practicing real-world billing and coding skills.
Class Times
Saturday: 9:00 am to 2:00 pm (for select labs or activities)
Programs run throughout the year except for holidays and scheduled breaks. Externships/clinical practice are scheduled at the end of the program and must be completed in full to graduate.
More Information About The Program
What Students Will Learn
- Interpret medical terminology used in patient records.
- Identify body systems and common conditions.
- Review medical documentation for coding accuracy.
- Apply diagnostic and procedural coding principles.
- Understand insurance claims and reimbursement.
- Follow HIPAA and healthcare compliance standards.
- Use professional communication in healthcare settings.
Career Opportunities
Graduates may pursue entry-level positions such as:
- Medical Billing Specialist
- Medical Coding Specialist
- Medical Records Clerk
- Insurance Claims Specialist
- Patient Account Representative
- Revenue Cycle Assistant
- Healthcare Administrative Support Specialist
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Admissions Snapshot (Medical Billing)
Program: Medical Billing Certificate – 400 clock hours
Format: Hybrid (online theory + on-campus lab + clinical practice)
Basic requirement: High school diploma or equivalent
Complete details on entrance requirements, transfer credit, reentry, and CPR training are provided in the Admissions section of the catalog.
Avicenna Allied Health Institute is a non-profit career school based in Houston, Texas, dedicated to preparing students for entry-level roles in allied health. We are proudly approved and licensed by the Texas Workforce Commission. School Number S61325.
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