New Horizons' Healthcare Information Management program will empower you with the skills and knowledge necessary to fit easily into the workplace, alongside other industry personnel, as an entry-level employee —to increase your workplace competence and career advantage. Hands-on, interactive teaching methods, combined with actual "real-world" documents and case studies used in classroom lab settings, allow for the best possible learning experience in the industry. The realistic settings will acquaint you with the "experience" of workplace responsibilities. Scroll down to read our featured student testimonial »
This program prepares you to sit for professional certification exams, which enhances your potential, not only for faster employment, but for a faster climb up the career and pay scale ladder:
■ Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS)
■ Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA)
■ Certified Billing and Coding Specialist (CBCS)
■ Certified Professional Coder (CPC)
■ Certified Professional Coder Apprentice (CPC-A)
The Healthcare Information Management series is targeted at developing the skills of the student who is just entering the medical billing industry as well as the student with several years of industry experience looking to enhance their skills.
In partnership with the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC), students of New Horizons can fulfill the required two-year apprenticeship in just one year. The Academy will waive one year of apprenticeship when a student completes their Coding Professional Coder (CPC) training through New Horizons Healthcare Information Management program that is comprised of curriculum approved by the Academy.
Certified Education Units (CEU's)
The New Horizons Healthcare Information Management program trains students in various fields in the medical billing and coding areas. The program also prepares students for industry certification to validate their knowledge in the medical field. Certified Healthcare Information Management Professionals are required to maintain their certification status by obtaining Certified Education Units (CEU’s) each year.
New Horizons provides a convenient, flexible method to obtain CEU’s by attending Online LIVE’s recorded sessions. These purposed recordings are self-paced, delivered by certified subject matter experts, and accessible for one year. The CEU sessions available via Online LIVE are noted below.
E & M (Evaluation and Management)
Introduces the student to coding concepts in the E&M section of the CPT (Current Procedural Terminology) relating to out-patient/physician office coding. The areas covered are: Office & Other Out-Patient Services, Hospital Observation Services, Hospital In-Patient (Admits, Consult, Subsequent Care and Discharge Services), Emergency Dept, Pediatric, and much more.
3 Hrs. / 3 CEU’s
Modifiers (CPT)
Introduces the student to all Modifiers in the CPT Coding Manual. An in-depth discussion of “How to Use” the Modifiers are included. Sections of the CPT that Modifiers are most commonly linked to are discussed.
2 Hrs. / 2 CEU’s
HCIM Testimonial - via Remote Classroom
Hello, my name is Brett Presta-Valachovic and I am a graduate of New Horizon’s HCIM program. It has been a long but rewarding trip to this point and I’d like to share some of my experiences with you.
In the spring of 2007, I was unemployed and looking for a career change. I did some research and found an interesting career option called Medical Billing and Coding. It seemed to be up my alley but I was not sure where to get the training or how I would be able to afford it. This is where a little luck stepped in.
My wife, Chris, was taking classes at New Horizons and she mentioned my predicament to her instructor. Her instructor mentioned New Horizons offered courses in Medical Billing and Coding through their HCIM program. Soon thereafter, I was speaking to George Sly and I was on my way. New Horizons helped me apply for a student loan and I was taking my HCIM classes within the next month.
I had never taken an accelerated or a Remote classroom before: I did not know what to expect. I was in for an exciting experience. There was so much to learn: Anatomy, Insurance Billing, Coding, and Medical Office Procedures, to name a few. All of it was new to me and as interesting as the exploration of a new country.
The classes were fast and in-depth; however, they were paced well and the instructors were wonderful. Even though I was in Ohio and the instruction was delivered remotely from Nebraska, I felt like I was sitting in class among the other students; I was just the guy wearing the headset.
New Horizons made sure I had all the textbooks and access to the web sites for each class. They even recorded their class lectures so I could refer back to them as needed. This was extremely helpful, since the work schedule of my new job suddenly changed and I was unable to attend some of the classes.
There were some technical glitches, as there always are with a new program, but New Horizons addressed each issue in turn and I was able to continue my classes at the New Horizons site and at home without any interruption.
I was challenged many times during the program and there were times when I felt a little overwhelmed. However, the New Horizons staff was very supportive of me and always managed to help me restore my confidence.
When the days came for me to take my certification exams, I was nervous but knew I was well prepared. When I passed my both of my exams, my instructors were just as happy as I was. I’d recommend the HCIM program to anyone.
The healthcare field is continuing to grow and so is the demand for experienced, highly trained billing and coding professionals. If you are seeking to broaden your career prospects and are considering the Healthcare Information Management field, New Horizons is the training partner of choice to help you achieve your goals.
Why New Horizons Training?
The Healthcare Information Management Series will empower you in your career objectives giving you real-world case scenarios of what to expect on the job.
Our experienced, certified instructors will provide you with the knowledge and skills you need to advance in this high-growth industry in the most cost-effective way.
Why Consider a Career in Healthcare Information Management?
Medical Coding and Billing Specialists are two of the 13 fastest growing occupations in the countryand are expected to grow 49% by 2010
2.8 million health services jobs are opening up by 2010 with the field of Healthcare Information Management expecting growth of 28%
Employment rates, wages and salaries in the health services industry are projected to increase more than 25% by 2010 compared to 16% for all industries
An increasing number of companies and healthcare organizations are looking for skilled professionals who understand both the healthcare and information management environments
*Source: U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics
The New Horizons Difference
Gain industry-focused knowledge and skills quickly to enter the job market faster
Learn from an integrated curriculum designed and instructed by industry experts
Obtain versatile and in-depth computer training and develop the confidence to apply what you've learned on the job
Acquire necessary medical office, customer service, problem-solving and critical thinking skills that are essential to succeed in business
Become a Certified Professional
New Horizons Healthcare Information Management Series not only prepares you for a career, it validates your knowledge through industry certifications. You will be prepared for the following professional certifications:
Healthcare Certification The Healthcare Information Management Program addresses the rapidly growing healthcare occupations of Medical Front Office Administration, Medical Billing, and Outpatient Medical Coding. New Horizons offers three program offerings for customers to prepare them for entering into a medical career.
MEDICAL FRONT OFFICE ASSISTANT
The Medical Front Office Assistant Offering is designed to prepare students for entry into a healthcare career as a Medical Administrative Assistant. Students learn Medical front office administration, human anatomy and medical terminology. Students will further gain computer/Microsoft Office skills and prepare for a business professional environment with our professional and career development curriculum.
Courses
Certification
Medical Office Procedures & Administration
Length: 4 weeks
Certified Billing & Coding Specialist (CBCS)
Certified Medical
Administrative Assistant
(CMAA)
Microsoft Office Specialist
(MOS)
National Certified Medical Office Assistant (NCMOA)
Computers & Office Applications: MOS Certification Series
Length: See regular schedule
Human Anatomy, Physiology & Medical Terminology
Length: 4 weeks or 8 weeks
The Automated Medical Office
Length: 4 weeks
Insurance and Billing: Certification Series
Length: 8 weeks
Note: HIPAA: Overview: Privacy & Security is covered throughout certification
BILLING & CODING PROFESSIONAL
The Billing & Coding Professional Offering is designed to prepare students for entry into a healthcare career as a Medical Administrative Assistant or Billing Associate. This offering covers the skills included in the Medical Front Office Administrator Offering (below) and builds on that by including a focused curriculum of Billing and Insurance with Coding essentials to balance the skill sets.
Courses
Certification
Human Anatomy, Physiology & Medical Terminology
Length: 4 weeks or 8 weeks
Certified Professional Coder (CPC-A)
Certified Billing & Coding Specialist (CBCS)
National Certified Insurance Coding Specialist (NCICS)
Insurance and Billing: Certification Series
Length: 8 weeks
The Automated Medical Office
Length: 4 weeks
Medical Coding Specialist Certification
Certification Series (12 weeks)
Preparation & Practicum (4 weeks)
Total Length: 16 weeks
Note: HIPAA: Overview: Privacy & Security is covered throughout certification
PREMIER OFFERING
The Premier Offering (Certificate) is designed to prepare students for entry into a healthcare career as a Medical Administrative Assistant, Billing Associate, or Outpatient Coding Professional. This offering covers the medical front office skills, office administration and insurance and billing curricula from the other offerings. The Premier track goes even further by including in depth coverage of health insurance privacy (HIPAA), Advanced Coding practices, and certification exam preparation.
Courses
Certifications
Medical Office Procedures & Administration
Length: 4 weeks
Certified Professional Coder
(CPC-A)
Certified Billing & Coding Specialist (CBCS)
Certified Medical
Administrative Assistant
(CMAA)
National Certified Medical
Office Assistant (NCMOA)
National Certified Insurance
Coding Specialist (NCICS)
Microsoft Office Specialist
(MOS)
Computers & Office Applications: MOS Certification Series
See regular schedule
Human Anatomy, Physiology & Medical Terminology
Length: 4 weeks or 8 weeks
Insurance and Billing: Certification Series
Length: 8 weeks
The Automated Medical Office
Length: 4 weeks
Medical Coding Specialist Certification
Certification Series (12 weeks)
Preparation & Practicum (4 weeks)
Total Length: 16 weeks
Note: HIPAA: Overview: Privacy & Security is covered throughout certification
