Medical Coder and Biller Certification (MCBC)
Earn your Medical Coder and Biller Certification and demonstrate your expertise in medical coding accuracy and insurance billing. Ideal for professionals seeking recognized credentials in healthcare administration and compliance. Validate your skills and advance your career confidently.
To review AMCA’s status with NCCA “Click Here” and search for American Medical Certification Association under the “Organization Name”. On May 11, 2018, the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA) granted American Medical Certification Association (AMCA) accreditation to the Medical Coder & Biller Certification (MCBC) for demonstrating compliance with the NCCA Standards for the Accreditation of Certification Programs.
Role of a Medical Coder and Biller
A Medical Coder & Biller can compile, process, and maintain medical records of hospital and clinic patients in a manner consistent with medical, administrative, ethical, legal, and regulatory requirements of the healthcare system. They can also classify medical and healthcare concepts, including diagnosis, procedures, medical services, and equipment, into the healthcare industry’s numerical coding system. Includes medical coders.
Exam Information
- Abbreviation: MCBC
- Total Number of questions on exam: 100
- Allotted time for exam: 2 hours
- Modality available: Online, Paper/Pencil
- Live Remote Proctoring Available: Yes
- AMCA MCBC Exam Statistics
Competencies
- Medical Terminology and Anatomy (11%)
- CPT/HCPCS (17%)
- ICD-10 (16%)
- Types of Insurance (8%)
- Billing Regulations (11%)
- Reimbursement and Collections (12%)
- Billing (16%)
- Regulations and Guidelines (10%)
**Please note: This credential went by the designation Billing and Coding Specialist (BCSC) for certification holders who earned their initial certification prior to May 11th, 2018. The credential name changed from Billing and Coding Specialist (BCSC) to Medical Coder and Biller (MCBC) on May 11th, 2018 following extensive market and job research.

Additional Information
If you would like to learn more about the role of a Medical Coder & Biller Specialist, please visit the Bureau of Labor Statistics or the Occupational Information Network (O*NET).
State Guidelines
The laws and regulations pertaining to minimum requirements and the allied health industry vary by state. It is highly recommended that test candidates familiarize themselves with their particular states rules and regulations regarding certification requirements.
Earn Your Medical Coder and Biller Certification (MCBC) Today
Get your Medical Coder and Biller Certification (MCBC) today and advance one step closer to an exciting healthcare career. This professional credential from AMCA certifies your proficiency in medical coding, billing rules, insurance and payor types, and reimbursement processes. As you begin your career or expand your skills, the MCBC credential proves your expertise in handling patient records and translating CPT, ICD-10, and HCPCS codes. With remote proctoring and online exam availability, certification has never been easier. Get ahead with employers and join the increasing need for certified billers and coders in medical environments.

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