Established in 1968, Eastwick College is a private institution in Ramsey, approximately 15 miles from New York City. The college grants an Associate of Applied Science degree in health information technology for students who wish to become billers. A high school diploma or GED is necessary to enroll. In addition to courses in billing and coding, required classes include anatomy and medical terminology, English composition, medical law and medical office management. Students receive training in the use of billing software as well as Microsoft Word, Excel and Powerpoint. All courses are offered in both the day and evening to accommodate the schedules of working adults. Federal financial aid is available for qualified students. Tutoring and job placement assistance is offered to all students.
Eastwick College
10 South Franklin Turnpike
Ramsey, NJ 07446
201-327-8877
eastwickcollege.com
Located in Elizabeth, the Branford Institute opened in 2004 and is private institution specializing in allied healthcare programs. The school offers a three-month certificate program in medical billing and coding, with day, evening and weekend courses. A high school diploma or GED is not necessary to enroll, provided students can pass a placement examination. Among topics covered in the program are private medical insurance, worker's compensation, Medicaid, Medicare, medical terminology, keyboard and medical computing, medical terminology and billing and coding techniques and systems. Sources of financial aid include private lending, veteran's benefits and institutional payment plan programs. Students who need extra support can take advantage of one-on-one tutoring from faculty. All graduates have access to job placement assistance through the school.
Branford Institute
570 North Broad St.
Suite 16
Elizabeth, NJ 07208
908-352-1004
branfordinstitute.org
A private career college, the Berdan Institute is in Wayne, approximately 20 miles northwest of Newark. The medical billing and coding certificate program at the school requires 29 weeks of daylight or 38 weeks of evening courses. Day students attend classes for five hours per day, five days per week, while evening students spend 4 1/2 hours per day in class, four days per week. The school requires a high school diploma or GED for admission. The program covers medical terminology, anatomy, office administration, bookkeeping, medical claims and healthcare coding. A 125-hour internship is required for graduation. Private lending and payment plans are offered. Job placement assistance is available.
Berdan Institute
201 Willowbrook Blvd.
Wayne, NJ 07470-7043
973-837-1818
berdaninstitute.edu