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Prior to pursuing a medical coding job, the first step is to ensure that you have the proper medical coding training and have passed one of the medical coding certification exams. Once armed with training and certification, it’s time to …
There has been much discussion on whether to keep or eliminate the CPC-A designation – in some circles referred to as the “Scarlett A.” In January, the AAPC proposed elimination and then asked for comment. Those comments are what prompted …
Medical coding fraud and other types of health care fraud are financial losses estimated to range from $70 to $240 billion per year, according to the National Health Care Anti-Fraud Association. So, what can be done? A major fraud and …
I often get asked for help to break into the medical coding field. Here are 10 medical coding tips to help you land your first job as a medical coder. Get educated. There are many online medical coding courses to …
We’ve recently had people express some specific concerns about taking the CPC exam. We’re here to help. The first step is to be prepared and medical coding education is a good place to start. It will provide you with the …
The even better news is this – the AAPC recently released its yearly salary survey and the results of more than 12,000 respondents indicated that even during this time of recession, coder salaries were climbing. The survey revealed that 44 percent …
Online medical coding courses make certification easy — More and more people are opting out for taking medical coding courses online. It’s easier on time and the wallet. No travel is required getting to and from a classroom environment and …
ICD-10 Compliance Date Extended Forward — It’s no secret that the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is working to transition from using ICD-9 codes to adopting ICD-10 codes in an effort to improve the overall health care system. …