Online CTS in Medical Billing and Coding
Designed for career starters, career changers, and current healthcare professionals
Builds skills in medical billing systems, patient records, and insurance claims
Coursework includes medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, CPT, and HCPCS
Prepares graduates for certifications such as CCA, CCS, and CPC
Financial Assistance
Admissions
Whether you're a first-time freshman or a transfer student, our admissions team is here to support you from day one.
Apply by
May 4, 2026
Classes begin
Jun 1, 2026
I have no college credits
Requirements for Freshmen
Applicants for admission to the freshman class are normally required to submit scores on the American College Test (ACT) in order to be placed at the appropriate levels in freshman courses, for counseling, and for selection of scholarship recipients.
Graduates of state-approved high schools or those who hold a G.E.D or HiSET and have not attended another college or university will be considered for admission when they have made an application.
Louisiana residents who are not graduates of state-approved high schools and have not attended another college or university may apply for admission by submitting their G.E.D. or HiSET transcript.
Louisiana residents who have graduated from a high school not approved by the State Department of Education or who do not have a G.E.D. or HiSET can be admitted under the Ability to Benefit provision.
For additional information on admission requirements, please visit LSUE's Admission Portal.
I have some college credits
Requirements for Transfer Students
Applicants must have satisfactory records in other colleges and universities to apply for admission.
Louisiana residents who have attempted fewer than 12 hours of college credit will be considered on the same basis as a student who earns a similar record at LSU Eunice.
All transfer students must be eligible to re-enroll at the last college or university last attended.
For additional information on admission requirements, please visit LSUE's Admission Portal.
Tuition
LSUE offers competitive, flat-rate tuition with no out-of-state fees. Plus, you may be able to save even more by transferring up to 75% of previous credits.
Tuition & Fees
- 35 credit hours
- Total credit hours per program
- $260
- Cost per credit hour
- $2,340
- Total cost with fees and maximum transfer credits
- $9,100
- Total cost with fees
The final cost of this program will be determined once all transfer credits are evaluated. Transfer credits may apply for up to 75% of degree requirements. Your academic advisor will work with you to determine if and how any prior college credits earned will apply toward your LSUE degree.
For further information about the approval for transfer credits and other requirements, please visit this site.
All applicants will be required to complete the FAFSA to determine eligibility. If you have any additional questions, please contact an Enrollment Coach.
All applicants will be required to meet all Standards of Academic Programs to receive Federal Financial Aid (Grants and Loans). More information can be found here.
The total cost above does not include transfer credit or financial aid. Cost per credit hour and fees are subject to change. Fee schedules may vary by program depending on course-specific fees for proctoring and/or books. Please contact a Student Success Coach for more information.
Financial Assistance: M.J. Foster Promise Program
Financial aid: Financial assistance will be available through the M.J. Foster Promise Program beginning in Fall 2022. To qualify, students must meet the following criteria:
- Be a Louisiana resident and U.S. citizen who is 21 years of age or older.
Meet a family income that does not exceed 300% of the Federal Poverty Level or be unemployed or underemployed for six months prior to receiving the grant. - Have earned a high school diploma or equivalent or co-enroll in a qualified program of study and in a program to earn high school credential.
Have not previously earned an undergraduate degree at the associate level or above. - Commit to reside in Louisiana one year after completion and to perform 20 hours of community service, an internship, or a mentorship annually to main the award.
Academics
Students who graduate with an online medical and coding billing certificate of technical studies will gain the skills necessary to process and manage patient records, billing, and medical claims.
What Will I Learn?
Topics covered in this program include:
- medical billing and coding sets
- reimbursement methodologies
- health records and data content
- compliance
- medical law and ethics
Courses
The online CTS in Medical Billing and Coding offered through LSU Eunice and LSU Online requires 35 credits to earn your certificate and complete in as few as 16 months.
Your personal credit requirements could be less depending on eligible transferable credits and credit earned from prior learning assessments.
We may consider accepting credits towards general education courses over 10 years old based on an individual's past performance and career achievements. Each case will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis to determine eligibility for credit transfer. This includes current licensed professionals such as Nurses, Physician Assistants, Doctors, Medical Surgical Technicians, Nurse Practitioners, and others.
Testimonials
Transitioning into this program was exciting and eye-opening, and I was able to excel right away. Leaving the fast-service industry was a turning point for me. Now, I genuinely love the work I do, the company I work for, and the sense of fulfillment this role provides me.
Careers
Whether you're just starting out, exploring a career change, or already in the medical field, this program equips you with the in-demand skills needed to thrive in the business of healthcare.
Career Opportunities
- Medical Biller and Coder
- Billing and Coding Specialist
- Medical Billing Clerk
- Medical Office Assistant
- Insurance Claims Specialist
- Collections Specialist
