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Program Overview
The Medical Billing program focuses on the business side of healthcare – from the patient’s first point of contact through payment for services. Industry experts will teach you how to collect maximum appropriate payments by handling patients’ financial arrangements, billing insurance companies, and processing payments.
The skills you obtain with this diploma are part of a pathway and may be applied to the Medical Administrative Specialist Associate Degree program.
Graduates from this program are qualified to complete professional examinations and earn certification(s) through the National Healthcareer Association (NHA). Voluntary, eligible certifications include Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA), Certified Billing & Coding Specialist (CBCS), and/or Certified Electronic Health Records Specialist (CEHRS). NHA is the national leader in allied health professional certifications and is accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies.
Please note: Healthcare employers require all applicants to complete and pass a background check as a condition of employment.
Get credit for your experience and prior learning.
Program Details
Students in the Medical Billing program can attend full or part-time.
Medical Billing classes are offered at the Madison College Truax campus.
Medical Billing Careers
Madison College's Medical Billing Specialist graduates are ready for a range of professional positions, including:
- Medical Billing Specialist
- Billing Customer Service Representative
- Collections Analyst
- Patient Accounts Specialist
- Reimbursement Analyst
- Insurance Specialist
- Medical Customer Service Representative
With advanced training, students may find employment as:
- Medical Coding Specialist
- Coding Technician
- Medical Administrative Specialist
- Medical Transcriptionist
- Medical Word Processing Operator
- Department/Clinic Assistant
- Health Unit Coordinator
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Program Courses
Here's a sample course sequence that shows how classes for full-time students are typically organized by semester.
Once you're admitted, your full curriculum and sequence—including any pre-requisites—is defined in your Degree Progress Report.
First Semester10-103-104Microsoft Teams and Integrated Applications
This course introduces Microsoft Teams as a collaboration and communication tool within Microsoft 365. Students learn to create teams, manage meetings, share files, and collaborate in real time using channels and integrated apps such as Forms, Planner, Lists, Whiteboard, and Loop. Emphasis is placed on productivity, digital etiquette, and ethical and responsible use of digital tools. Competency in Windows and file management required.1 credit10-103-120Digital Learning Foundations
Introduces essential digital tools and resources at Madison College. Students will explore the student homepage and key support resources, navigate important features within Brightspace, develop skills in digital file management using File Explorer/Finder and OneDrive, download and utilize Microsoft 365 applications and web conferencing tools, and conclude with an introduction to the role of AI in their educational journey.1 credit10-106-107Business Document Applications
Achieve expert-level word processing skills by learning on Microsoft Office Word. Students will utilize the software to solve practical problems in a project-based format. Explore fundamentals and best practices in document creation, editing, formatting, collaboration, tables, mail merge, desktop publishing, themes, templates, forms, and macros. Students must have the ability to key 30 WPM.3 credits10-106-100Mindset for Success
Designed to foster the attitudes and skills that can inspire and empower you throughout your career regardless of your chosen path. Develop and improve skills in creativity, ambition, critical thinking, innovation, opportunistic thinking, and teamwork through experiential and problem-solving approaches. Become an engaged workplace contributor and develop a workforce-ready mindset.3 credits10-160-178Medical Language for the Business Professional 1
This course is designed to give the beginning medical business student a working knowledge of basic anatomy, medical language, and pharmacology. Students explore general anatomy through body system study. Students explore medical language, including how medical terms are formed, and become familiar with the meaning of word roots, prefixes, and suffixes, as well as spell, define, and pronounce medical terms through understanding word components in a contextual format. Students will exhibit mastery in the use of medical dictionaries and resource materials and will demonstrate application of medical language through written documentation and communication skills. Fundamentals are discussed in relationship to health practices by body system and by the body as a whole, including pathology, diagnostic tools, therapeutic procedures, and medical imaging. A focus on medical specialty pharmacology is also incorporated into each unit of study.3 credits10-801-195Written Communication
Develops workplace writing skills which include prewriting, drafting, revising, and editing. A variety of writing assignments are designed to help the learner analyze audience and purpose, research and organize ideas, and format and design documents based on workplace subject matter and content.3 creditsSecond Semester10-103-165Outlook
Use Microsoft's messaging and personal information management program. Communicate by email; schedule appointments, meetings and events; manage the Inbox, contact lists, tasks, notes, and to-do lists; categorize and flag messages; track and archive messages; configure and customize Outlook; manage Outlook components; integrate Outlook options; create quick steps and rules; configure autoarchive settings, work with news feeds.1 credit10-106-109Business Spreadsheet Applications
Create professional, data-driven workbooks using Microsoft Excel. Develop skills with formulas, functions, worksheet formatting, charts, tables, conditional formatting, multiple worksheets and workbooks, templates, data validation, worksheet protection, and macros. Import and cleanse data, perform what-if analysis using Scenario Manager, Data Tables, and Solver, and complete loan amortization, investment analysis, and asset depreciation calculations.3 credits10-106-164Customer Contact Skills
Develop a foundation in customer service knowledge and skills through inquiry and analysis of internal and external customers, verbal and nonverbal communication, listening techniques, critical thinking and problem-solving, as well as adding value to customer service interactions. Focus on the impact of technology on customer service, analyze service breakdowns and recovery, examine customer loyalty programs, and explore the diverse customer base within our global economy.2 credits10-160-165Medical Administrative Procedures
Learn administrative skills and techniques for efficient and effective function within the electronic medical office environment. Through the use of an electronic practice management platform, practical application workflow activities include patient demographics, appointment scheduling, healthcare documentation and template use, patient billing and reimbursement, insurance claims and payments, patient statements, and financial and clinical reports. Other topics include telephone procedures, introduction to diagnostic and procedural coding, diversity in healthcare, effective business meetings, travel arrangements and itineraries, and qualities of a successful healthcare professional.3 credits10-160-177Specialized Insurance Claims
Identifies in-depth insurance knowledge following the healthcare revenue cycle. Explore healthcare law. Investigate private payers, Medicare, Medicaid, TRICARE, CHAMPVA, worker's compensation, and disability insurance. Knowledge of deductibles, coinsurance, copayments, exclusions, medical necessity, referrals, prior authorization, coordination of benefits, COBRA, Charity Care, collections, pre-existing periods, allowed amounts, malpractice, outpatient benefits, and lifetime maximums. Intermediate diagnostic, procedural, and HCPCS coding. Claims reimbursement methods, contractual allowances, fee schedules, and other rules to facilitate timely payment of claims.3 credits10-160-179Medical Language for the Business Professional 2
This course builds upon Medical Language for the Business Professional 1 and is designed to advance the medical business student’s working medical language. Students explore general anatomy through body system study. Students explore medical language, including how medical terms are formed, and become familiar with the meaning of word roots, prefixes, and suffixes, as well as spell, define, and pronounce medical terms through understanding word components in a contextual format. Students will exhibit mastery in the use of medical dictionaries and resource materials and will demonstrate application of medical language through written documentation and communication skills. Fundamentals are discussed as they relate to evaluation of health practices by body system and by the body as a whole and includes the study of pathology, diagnostic tools, therapeutic procedures, and medical imaging. A focus on medical specialty pharmacology is also incorporated into each unit of study.3 credits -
How to Apply
To Apply
Earning a degree is a great way to advance your career development opportunities, so apply today!
If you are an international student and want to apply to Madison College, or transfer your F-1 student visa here, check program availability and then complete the International Admission Process.
Note: It is recommended to only apply for a semester that has already started if you are currently enrolled in classes, or you have verified that classes are still available for that semester.
Application Dates
Fall 2026
- Application open
- Application completion deadline is November 15, 2026
Spring 2027
- Application open
- Application completion deadline is April 15, 2027
Summer 2027
- Application available on September 15, 2026
- Application completion deadline is July 15, 2027
Fall 2027
- Application available on October 15, 2026
- Application completion deadline is November 15, 2027
Admission Requirements
All materials must be submitted by the application deadline.
1. Admission Application
The online application allows you to save your work as you complete it and ensures fast, secure delivery to our office.
2. Education Completion
Submit official transcripts from the institutions you attended that indicate one of the following:
- High school completion (current high school seniors may submit an in-progress transcript)
- GED/HSED completion
- College transcript or Madison College experience showing:
- Completion of an associate degree or higher, or
- At least 30 credits completed with a minimum GPA of 2.0 on a 4-point scale
- The credits must be completed at a single college and cannot be combined with other transcripts
- Any transfer credit listed on a transcript does not count toward the 30-credit minimum
- Credits completed at Madison College are evaluated and do not require a transcript
All high school and/or college transcripts are recommended to be submitted for Credit for Prior Learning evaluation.
Additional Notes
Individual courses may have prerequisites to enroll. Admission into a certificate or waiting list does not guarantee eligibility to enroll in courses. See the Curriculum section for the list of courses for the certificate.
Questions?
Contact the Enrollment Center at EnrollmentServices@madisoncollege.edu or 608.246.6210.
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Apply to Madison College and take the first step towards your Medical Billing career.
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Career Outcomes
After completing the Medical Billing Specialist program at Madison Area Technical College, you will be able to:
- Apply technology skills to business and administrative tasks.
- Perform routine healthcare administrative procedures.
- Maintain internal and external relationships.
- Model professionalism in the workplace.
- Process insurance claims.
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Graduate Summary
Graduate Report Summary Overview
2023 2024 2025 Number of Program Graduates 10 11 16 Number of Surveys Sent 10 11 16 Number of Surveys Returned 8 7 12 Percent of Surveys Returned Available for Employment 4 2 5 Percent Available for Employment 50.0% 28.6% 41.7% Not in Labor Market Percent Not in Labor Market 50.0% 42.9% 50.0% Available for Employment
2023 2024 2025 Graduates Employed 3 1 5 Percent of Graduates Employed 75.0% 50.0% 100.0% Employed in Related Occupation 1 1 3 Percent Employed in Related Occupation 33.3% 100.0% 60.0% Employed in Unrelated Occupation 2 0 2 Percent Employed in Unrelated Occupation 66.7% 0.0% 40.0% Employed - No Response 0 0 0 Percent Employed - No Response 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% Seeking Employment 1 1 0 Percent Seeking Employment 25.0% 50.0% 0.0% Reaction To Training at Madison College
2023 2024 2025 Student satisfaction Mean (Out of 4) 3.6 4 3.3 Number of Satisfaction Responses 7 2 6 Very Satisfied (4) 4 2 2 Percent Very Satisfied 57.1% 100.0% 33.3% Satisfied (3) 3 0 4 Percent Satisfied 42.9% 0.0% 66.7% Unsatisfied (2) 0 0 0 Percent Unsatisfied 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% Very Unsatisfied (1) Percent Very Unsatisfied 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% Primary Reason for Attending Madison College
2023 2024 2025 Number of Primary Reason Responses 8 5 12 Preparation for Getting a Job 3 0 1 Percent Preparation for Getting a Job 37.5% 0.0% 8.3% Career Change 4 1 4 Percent Career Change 50.0% 20.0% 33.3% Improvement of Existing Skills 0 1 0 Percent Improvement of Existing Skills 0.0% 20.0% 0.0% Preparation for Further Education 1 3 7 Percent Preparation for Further Education 12.5% 60.0% 58.3% Personal Interest 0 0 0 Percent Personal Interest 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% Other 0 0 0 Percent Other 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% When Employment was Obtained
2023 2024 2025 Number of When Employment Obtained Responses 3 1 5 Before Enrollment 0 1 2 Percent Before Enrollment 0.0% 100.0% 40.0% While Attending the College 2 0 2 Percent While Attending the College 66.7% 0.0% 40.0% After Training at the College 1 0 1 Percent After Training at the College 33.3% 0.0% 20.0% Location of Employment (related and unrelated)
2023 2024 2025 Number of Employment Location Responses 3 3 6 In College District 2 1 3 Percent In College District 66.7% 33.3% 50.0% In Wisconsin, Not in District 1 0 0 Percent of In Wisconsin 33.3% 0.0% 0.0% Outside of Wisconsin 0 0 1 Percent Outside Wisconsin 0.0% 0.0% 16.7% Employer Location Unknown 0 2 2 Percent Location Unknown 0.0% 66.7% 33.3% Salary Trend 2023 2024 2025 Full Time Employment (Related Job) Full Time Salary Count 1 1 Average Monthly Wage $2,924 $2,752 Average Hourly Wage $17.00 $16.00 Average Work Hours per Week 40.0 40.0 Part Time Employment (Related Job) Part Time Salary Count 1 1 Average Hourly Wage $19.75 $19.50 Average Work Hours per Week 32.0 32.0 -
Graduate Employers
Graduate Employers for academic year: 2025 Employer(s) Job Title City* State** Positions Finley Hospital Billing Specialist Dubuque IA Watertown Memorial Hospital Revenue Cycle Specialist Watertown * - Only cities outside of Madison will display.
** - Only states outside of Wisconsin will display.
*** - If you have a position to post, please contact Career and Employment Services at jobpostings@madisoncollege.edu
