NCICS (NCCT) - National Certified Insurance & Coding Specialist

The National Certified Insurance & Coding Specialist (NCICS) certification is tailored for healthcare professionals specializing in medical insurance billing and coding. This certification confirms the individual's expertise in medical coding standards, insurance reimbursement processes, and healthcare billing procedures.

Completion Time: 3 hours

Eligibility and Certification Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Completion of an approved insurance and coding specialist program, which usually includes coursework in medical terminology, coding systems (ICD, CPT, HCPCS), healthcare laws, and insurance procedures.

• Some programs may also include practical experience or externship components.

Cost: $119

Exam Format

The NCICS exam typically includes 100 multiple-choice questions covering medical coding, insurance claims processing, medical terminology, and healthcare reimbursement methodologies.

Apply for the NCICS certification through a certifying organization like the NCCT.

Meet the eligibility criteria and pass the NCICS certification examination with a score of 70% or greater.

NCICS certification generally requires annual renewal.

Renewal involves completing continuing education credits related to medical coding, billing, and insurance and paying a recertification fee.

Continuing education for NCICS certification may include updates in coding standards, new healthcare regulations, billing software advances, and insurance reimbursement trends.

For specific information regarding National Certified Insurance & Coding Specialist certification, including eligibility criteria, examination details, approved educational programs, and renewal processes, it is recommended to consult directly with professional certifying organizations such as the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT). These organizations provide comprehensive resources and standards for medical billing and coding professionals.

Career Opportunities

NCICS-certified professionals work in various healthcare settings including hospitals, physician offices, outpatient facilities, and insurance companies.

Their responsibilities include coding healthcare services, processing insurance claims, managing patient billing, and ensuring compliance with healthcare reimbursement policies.

The NCCT also offers the following certifications:

• National Certified ECG Technician (NCET)

• National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA)

• National Certified Medical Office Assistant (NCMOA)

• National Certified Patient Care Technician (NCPCT)

• National Certified Phlebotomy Technician (NCPT)

• Tech in Surgery-Certified (TS-C)