Prepare for a career in medical billing and coding in as little as 10 months
- Be educationally prepared to sit for the Certified Billing and Coding Specialist (CBCS) exam, a national certification offered through the National Healthcareer Association (NHA).
- If you decide to further your education, all 24 credits from the Medical Records Certificate will apply to our Bachelor of Science in Health Administration (BSHA) program, shaving 9 months off the time to completion.
Let's explore ways to save on your education.
Program details
Certificate
Medical Records Certificate (Undergraduate)
Eligible for transfer credits
Top skills learned in this program:
Claims Submission
Insurance Verification
Medical Billing And Coding
Regulatory Requirements
Paying for school
Tuition is based on number of credit hours per course. Courses are typically 3 credits, but can range from 1-6 credits. Costs do not include savings opportunities like transfer credits and scholarships.
Undergrad
Cost per credit
Credits per course
Resource fee
$398
x3
+ $170
Estimated cost per course
$1,364 / course
What affects the overall cost of my program?
Your full program cost can vary by:
- Savings opportunities. Your cost could be reduced with eligible transfer credits, scholarships, employer discounts and more. Students with eligible credits and relevant experience on average saved $11K and 1 year off their undergraduate degree at University of Phoenix.
Discover ways to save time and money on your degree with our Savings Explorer® tool:
Accredited for 45+ years
Since 1978, University of Phoenix has maintained institutional accreditation by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), hlcommission.org 
. Learn more about the value of University of Phoenix accreditation and how it benefits our students.
Save time & money
- Starting with your first course, every qualifying new student will be awarded one of our scholarships, or you’ll get the best savings you qualify for.
- Lock in the peace of mind that comes with fixed, affordable tuition. You’ll enjoy one flat rate from the moment you enroll until the day you graduate from your program. That’s your Tuition Guarantee.
- No application fee, no obligation, and no university entrance exam required (SAT, ACT, GMAT, or GRE). We’ll request your prior college transcripts at no charge, when possible.
Exceptional flexibility
- Online classes, always on – 24/7/365.
- Highly rated 1-on-1 support, available 14 hours a day, 5 days a week.
- Start school when you’re ready. Classes begin every 5 weeks.
Career-relevant education
- Our instructors are accomplished professionals who average 28+ years of experience.
- In collaboration with National Healthcareer Association (NHA), you’ll receive study materials for the Certified Billing and Coding Specialist (CBCS) exam that are also accessible after completing your certificate.
- Career Services for Life® commitment. Your degree gives you access to career coaching, resume building and interview prep. For life.
