Medical Billing & Coding

The Medical Billing and Coding Specialist program prepares students for entry level healthcare administrative roles. Students learn medical coding, insurance billing, reimbursement systems, compliance, and electronic health records.

Why study Medical Billing & Coding at Centralia College?

The Medical Billing and Coding program at Centralia College is offered in a “virtual plus” format. Students attend live, scheduled class sessions from any location with an internet connection. This format gives students the flexibility to learn from home, work, or wherever works best for them, while still benefiting from real-time interaction with instructors and classmates at set meeting times.

Fall 2026

Centralia College is now registering for the fall 2026 cohort. This is a full-time, 9-month program (September-June) on the Centralia College campus. Fall classes start September 21. Registration for the fall 2027 cohort will open in spring 2027.

How to Register

Follow the Steps to Start for new students. On the admission form, choose Professional Technical for the program and Medical Billing & Coding for the degree.

If you have any questions or need assistance during the application process, visit the Welcome Desk (inside the TransAlta Commons) or call 360-736-9391.

Need Funding?

The Medical Billing & Coding program may be eligible for Financial Aid. Learn how to apply for financial aid.
The Medical Billing & Coding program may be eligible for Workforce Funding. See if you qualify online or visit the Workforce Funding Info Center (Transitional Services Building, room 101).

Career Possiblities

Entry-level positions typically require completion of a certificate and passing one of the certification exams in medical billing and coding. The Certified Billing and Coding Specialist (CBCS) is offered by the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) is an entry-level medical billing certification for physician practices. Additionally, medical billing and coding professionals must understand the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).

Medical Billing & Coding Education Plan

Certificate of Proficiency - Medical Billing & Coding
Units: 49

Term	Classes
Fall Term	COLL 100 College & Career Success - 3 units BIOL& 170 Human Biology - 5 units MA 139 Medical Assistant Medical Terminology - 5 units AHM 100 Insurance & Billing - 5 units
Winter Term	AHM 101 ICD-10-CM Coding - 6 units AHM 102 CPT Codes - 6 units AHM 103 Insurance & Reimbursement - 6 units
Spring Term	AHM 104 Compliance & Auditing - 5 units AHM 105 CBCS Exam Preparation - 4 units AHM 110 Billing & Coding Practicum - 4 units

Contact

Career & Technical Education
Tech (TEC) Building, Room 114
360-623-8963
cte@centralia.edu