Top 5 Red Flags To Look For In Medical Coding Training Programs
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- Опубліковано 28 вер 2024
- Looking for a medical coding training program? Make sure to watch out for these five red flags! Programs that cost too much money, promise way too much, or insist you can easily master skills in a weekend could be scams. So before you invest your time and money in a program, make sure it's the right one for you.
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I just enrolled in a medical billing and coding course with AAPC. Your videos are very informative.
I started medical billing course with AAPC back in 2020 and never finished it. They didn't offer virtual classes during Covid. You are pretty much on your own. I had no one to guide me. If you don't know medical terminology and anatomy you will have a hard time. The customer rep I spoke to told me the course was easy when it isn't. I couldve saved my money which was over $2000.
What Lina said is true, but if you study on a consistent schedule and utilize YT videos for Terminology/Anatomy to fill gaps, it's definitely doable. I passed on my first attempt after working for 6 months. I would study M-F from 4-8 and then for 4-6 hours on Saturdays. I was VERY busy. I cannot emphasize enough how important it is to stick with it.
@jennteal5265 6 months of dedicated study to pass good job. I want to ask for your recomendation on when to begin studying (if i was to perhaps pace it out how you had), and align it where I am studying the correct year for the exam?
I just finished my course thru Ed2Go. Med Term was included in the package, so I took that (all self-paced with an instructor available for help) and books were included in tuition. After that (about 3mos), I moved onto the billing & coding portion. My course included a 1yr AAPC membership and a voucher for your chosen certification. Total cost was around 3.5k. Overall I feel like my program was OK. Hindsight is 20/20 though, if I could go back I'd take a course straight from AAPC.
I’m also considering this course…what were some pros/ cons?
@@xxMARIBELxx95 hey! So I liked the self-paced aspect, I actually finished my coding course at 3am because I couldn't sleep. Books arrived fast and my instructors and admins were always quick to answer. As far as coding and insurance, the books were out of date. I would code something according to 2022 specs and then it would be "wrong" due to it being a a 2021 answer key. Also the book they chose for the insurance portion was so incredibly dry and mind-numbing that I skipped reading it. The online learning portion provided enough info and then I use channels like this for supplemental learning. Overall it was a good value and legitimate and I feel educated. I just think the actually course thru AAPC would be more current and less dry.
@@ryenloch I appreciate your answer so much! I haven’t signed up to the course being offered at my University so I asked about it wanting to know if the course would be new updated material and the lady enrolling confirmed that it would be based of 2022 books not 2023…would that still be a smart decision?
@@xxMARIBELxx95 Hello! I would honestly wait until the first of the year and try to finish it all in 1yr (it's possible). I ran into the same issue when I got my study guide and it was for the 2022 test, which I would have had to take a month later and I just simply wouldn't be ready. Now I'm here trying to figure out how to afford $500 worth of updated coding books and the 2023 study guide because I finished right when the books updated. I realize the books will always need to be bought, I just think sending someone a 2022 study guide in September when they recommend studying for at least 3mos is kind of crap. The test updates the first of the year
@@ryenloch I’m definitely going to wait it out a bit if there is no update maybe I’ll go with AAPC
Ahhh I just love you girl !!! Love the energy. Your transparency. You are really the best 👍
I was interested in going to Med Certs and they are AHIMA. I’m just worried I won’t finish the program because it is self paced. They had a pushy enrollment advisor who targets military spouses for their $4,000 scholarship
The irony that my community College has almost all these red flags... 😳
Firstly I want to say I love this UA-cam channel and have learned a lot and appreciate all of Victoria’s information .I’ve spoke with a few people who have taken the preppy program and the quizzes have questions with answers with codes that no longer exist. Along with grammatical errors. 😢 we all make errors but preppy should keep their courses updated
I have gone through Penn Foster and they are incredible. They offer everything from PCS, HCPC to intermediate to exam prep and practice and set you up with Live proctor.
Currently going through Penn Foster and am loving it!
I was just looking into Penn Foster! I don't have any medical background at all. Does the course do a good job of teaching you medical terminology and prepping you for the CPC? I'm anxious to hear reviews from real people lol.
I was looking into AAPCs program but unable to pay that $4k price tag it was showing me. Penn Foster has given me hope with its 900 price tag (especially since I'm already in debt for my useless bachelor's degree)
I'm with penn foster right now and I'm enjoying it. I have no medical background but I'm studying every moment I can and I'm doing well. I have no complaints plus its affordable and I love that its self paced.
I'm also doing the Penn Foster program right now, but now I'm concerned about the fact that it prepares for the NHA CBCS instead of AAPC CPC certification. I hope it's equivalent because I am really enjoying the program!
@@jkbradley4411 it is not the same, i dont think. :/
Awesome video thank you so much 🙏🙌
Hello, I joined the masterclass but there's no sound. I've checked the sound/volume on my phone but that's not the issue. Has anyone else had the same issue with the masterclass video?
Is there any information or statistics about pass/ success rates for the CPC exam for those students who took Preppy?
Contact help@preppy.org
I’m taking my exam tomorrow I’m worried about what we can write in our books to better explain am I allowed to write HIPAA fact in my books ?
"Handwritten notes are acceptable in the coding books only if they pertain to daily coding activities. Questions from the Study Guides, Practice Exams or the Exam itself are prohibited. Tabs may be inserted, taped, pasted, glued, or stapled in the manuals so long as the obvious intent of the tab is to earmark a page with words or numbers, not supplement information in the book. Altering, whiting out, painting, or printing over any pages within the code books (e.g., marketing pages, table of contents, reference pages, etc.) to supplement information is prohibited.
No materials (other than tab dividers) may be inserted, taped, pasted, glued, or stapled in the manuals."
Ref: www.aapc.com/certification/faq.aspx
Have you heard of PennFoster?? Any thoughts? It's full online
I did go and complete my training through my local college. It may have been more expensive because it was through college but it also gave me an experience I otherwise wouldn’t have had and I certainly didn’t have a goal of college but glad I did.
how much was it in your college if I may ask.
I just wanted to jump in here and tell you that I signed up for the master class and I enrolled in Preppy. I just finished the medical terminology portion. I'm so thankful for you and how you don't sugar coat anything. Because of your channel, I feel like I will be able to go into medical billing and coding with eyes wide open and a plethora of resources at my fingertips. ❤️
I'm delighted to hear you love Preppy! Wishing you all the best as you embark on your medical coding journey - exciting times ahead!
How much did the program cost?
@@Cheecheeee If you pay monthly, it's $299/mo for 6 months. If you pay all at once, it's $1599 (plus they include a laptop).
@@ardentgailla thank you so so much for responding!
Does the Preppy program include all the physical books necessary?
One thing that upset me about my school is that I was told I would get an inter/externship from the start. Last month or two of school that wasn't exactly true. I'm happy I actually got a job on my own right before the end of my schooling and I love my job. But I'm upset they didn't help their students out more in that sense.
Hi everyone, I went to Bryant & Stratton College for Medical Billing and Coding. I am so unhappy and confused. They only go through AHIMA, and I am not trashing AHIMA at all, but I wish they would have prepared us more from the very beginning, letting us know AHIMA is really more focused on inpatient. I am not interested in working inpatient at all. They give you no choice and after you complete the MBC program, and pass a practice CCA exam, they sign you up for a year of membership and pay for one attempt on the CCA exam with AHIMA. I'm really sad. I do not even feel like I got a good education through them and do not feel prepared at all. I spend so much time now debating whether or not to sign up for AAPC certifcation program (like right through them) its sooooooo expensive. I do not know what to do, I would prefer to be certified through AAPC.
I'm about to sign up for CPC program and was thinking about AAPC. Does Preppy also offer CPC or just medical billing and coding? I really only need CPC but Preppy is half the price than the AAPC, not sure which one to get now 🤔
I’m based in Texas and was looking into the program through UH and they offer CPC through AAPC. It’s a one year program , and in the syllabus they offer ICD-10-CM, CPT, HCPCS Level II,
ICD-10-PCS, and a lot of overviews on many medical insurances, medical terminology , claims , EHR, pharmacology for coders, claims, and more. Does this sound like a descent program ? I would really appreciate your input. Thank you!
So the course through AAPC directly may not fully prepare you? I noticed you mentioned other programs may prepare you better than the AAPC curriculum.
I am going through the Preppy course ❤ I'm really enjoying it!!
How long ago did you start?
Glad you enjoy it!
@@carywedekind9761 I signed up in July.
Thanks to Victoria I have been taking the Preppy course and learning sooooo much. I was a transcriptionist before and am learning medicine in a whole different way than for that, which was intense in and of itself. Anyway, I am coming to the end and the final for Preppy and am so appreciative that I have been able to learn so much from Victoria alone. Thanks for all of your guidance!
@@carolc7691 may I ask, how is the teachings formatted? Videos, lectures or reading? I’m a visual learner so I don’t learn well by just reading.
Everyone I’ve asked tells me billing/coding are what I need to go in to to do what I want but the more I watch the less confident I am that is accurate…I want to work on patient behalf to make insurances pay.
Have anyone took their classes through Andrews School or AMCI?
Hi Victoria - I've heard AND read that one needs to know medical terminology and human anatomy really well before beginning a CPC certification course. What are your thoughts? Thanks!
I wholeheartedly agree.
@@ContempoCoding Is that a pre-req before starting with Preppy? And if so, where can I obtain a course to satisfy the req?
@@carywedekind9761 I'm taking the Preppy course right now.. the first book in that course is medical terminology, plus they do PowerPoint presentations covering A&P as well.
@@orchidazul620 how are you liking it thus far?
@@arogalski it's great honestly... the only downside is that it didn't come with the icd-10, cpt or hcpcs books, so you'll need to purchase those separately.. other costs will be the aapc membership and exam costs (if you go for the cpc).. but with all that being said, I still feel like it's a solid program for the price. I love that I can use my phone, tablet or computer to go through the course as well..
I took a program through my local community college a couple years ago. I did not receive help finding a job and applied to many places over 6 months with no luck. I lost my confidence and did not take the certification exam. My teacher had said it would be better to get a job and get experience before taking the exam but it never worked out for me. I am going to try to get back into again. I had a lot of fun investigating codes
Should I wait till Jan to start ? I’m concerned about getting books for 2022 and then would need to purchase 2023 books; just curious on thoughts. I’ve decided to go with Preppy when I do enroll.
The 2023 books are largely released in and around October of each year. So you can get your 2023 books now! Good luck!
Is MedCert a good program to go through for the certification?
What are your thoughts on Medcerts ? They have a 14 week program for Medical Billing. Medical coding is a separate course. The price is durable , but just would like to know if you've heard of this training program and if you would recommend them. Thanks
Love your videos binge watching. Any thoughts on Amci?
No real experience or opinion to provide on their program.
How about NHA (National Healthcareer Association) you qualify to take exam by having done a course or having experience of 2 years in billing. What’s your thoughts
NHA credentials are not accepted by most employers.
Really?!?! 😢oh no, I paid for the exam and study guide already. I found out about them from a Job agency here in Georgia. They told me they were accredited in all 50 states. Back by NCC 😢
I started this because I’ve been working in healthcare for 20+ years. I’ve been getting experience in billing and coding for the last 4. Any advice?
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@@ContempoCoding thanks.
How do you feel about Ultimate Medical Academy?
I don't have any insight or opinion on their program.
Just found your channel, thanks so much for the content! I do have a question... I have a previous Medical Assisting certification and am enrolled right now in a Medical Coding online course (wish I had seen your channel sooner!) Anyway, do you think there are any employers out there who will hire me while I'm learning, knowing that I'll be certified in roughly 6-7 months? Is that unheard-of? Good luck to everyone!
Do you recommend the US Career Institute?
No real experience or opinion to provide on their program other than I've known no successful coders that went through their program.
I have applied at United Medical Academy, costing me 18,000$ for 11 months program. Financial aid is paying some of it. What you think? Are there any cheaper schools?
Thanks for reaching out. As you can imagine, I get many requests for advice for medical coding schools, and you will find all the answers you need by signing up for my FREE masterclass!
www.medicalcodingmasterclass.com
I think you’ll find it very helpful! Best of luck! *
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I'm going through Devry. I love it.❤️
I start DeVry for Medical Billing and Coding on Monday...I'm excited but nervous bc I've never done online schooling before. Im glad to see someone else is enjoying it. It definitely gives me hope!
Do you need any courses before starting?
What about medcerts? Or Is it better to go through a college?
Medcerts is a pretty good program but I really think you should look into Preppy.
My daughter and I just started with Penn Foster. Right now I’m incredibly frustrated as they are making start with basic math, basic English and basic computer classes!!! I’m really just frustrated because this is a waste of time! These classes are unnecessary and people should be allowed to test out of these courses!
I’d take any medical billing or coding program at a community college or another post-secondary institution that’s of course non-profit and doesn’t charge an arm and a leg.
should you go for the billing and coding program or just the coding part if that the route you want to go? would the billing and coding a waste of time and money?
Can I take the Preppy course , and then take the CCS test instead of CPC ? Another words, I checked online and the requirements to take CCS test is to Hold a coding credential from another certifying organization plus one (1) year of coding experience directly applying codes. So I just want to make sure if the preppy course meets this requirement to take the CCS test. Thanks in advance. Btw I love all of your videos.
Have you heard anything about coding clarified? I found them through aapc for the cpc. They offer an hcc internship online after you finish. Seems to good to be true??what are your thoughts?
Has anyone taken or heard anything about being certified by classes Coding Clarified ?
What do you think about Martinsburg Colleges Medical Coding and Billing program?
Hi again
What do you recommend to someone like me.
I’ve been working in medical billing and coding for 10 years. I want to get a certificate that would pay me more.
Does any of this apply in California?
Would it be worth my time to consider pursuing a trainee Pharmacy Tech position, before doing anything with Medical coding?
I’m thinking this would help put my foot into the medical field, because I have no prior experience.
Right now working on Medical terminology and preparation for CPC with AACP.
Does the preppy class give you cpc?
It prepares you for the CPC. The only way to become a CPC is to take a proctored exam administered by the AAPC.
@@ContempoCoding yes sorry I should have worded my question better. In comparison to AAPC offered course , do you think preppy prepares better? I noticed AAPC has that extra practice at the end (I can’t remember what it’s called rn).. will the hours for that count towards getting the -A removed ? Do you always need a letter of recommendation no matter what?
I'm pretty sure mine is not
The masterclass cut off at the end and did not give the promo code. Could you please send the promo code for 100 off?
Contact help@preppy.org and their customer service team can assist you.
Can you provide a list of good online school?
Thanks for reaching out. As you can imagine, I get many requests for advice for medical coding schools, and you will find all the answers you need by signing up for my FREE masterclass!
www.medicalcodingmasterclass.com
I think you’ll find it very helpful! Best of luck! *
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Thank you for your content! I’m interested in home health medical coding. Do you have insights on how many cases I might be able to get done in an hour? I’m trying to estimate how much I might be able make based on how many cases I can complete in a hour. Also, do you have any suggestions on online courses that would help me become proficient in coding?
Yeah… I went through Miller Motte. They really screwed me!
Never even heard of it.
Are you still associated with KODE health? I don't see them in the description and there seems to be some controversy brewing around them...
I am and I keep in touch with them regularly. I don't participate in online forums or groups because I don't have the mental bandwidth for all the drama.
@@ContempoCoding thank you for the update! I want to see them succeed as well. It's a great idea but I guess it just needs to be adopted by more practices....
I just started my certification program at Loma linda university health. It’s 15 months long. All online.
That seems like a long time! Is it JUST coding, or Health Information???
@@ContempoCoding it’s just coding. I did notice some “filler” classes but I’m also an employee so i get a great discount.
Do you recommend Penn Foster?
While I cannot provide a direct recommendation or comparison as I have no personal experience with their program, I appreciate your interest in exploring different educational options. I strive to provide information and resources that align with my own experiences and knowledge. I personally recommend Preppy's medical coding program, as I have found it to be a valuable resource for my subscribers. It's important to research and consider various programs to find the one that best suits your individual needs and goals. Wishing you the best of luck in your medical coding journey!
What do you think about Penn Foster?
For liability purposes, I do not provide opinions on specific programs. As you can imagine, I get many requests for advice for medical coding schools, so if you are looking for my suggestions, you will find all the answers you need by signing up for my FREE masterclass!
www.medicalcodingmasterclass.com
I think you’ll find it very helpful! Best of luck! *
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What do you think about CareerStep?
No opinion.
I just did it through AAPC. Almost done…sort of…
That's exciting! Did you make it through the dreaded E&M chapter yet? 😨
@@ContempoCoding I need to check 😂 so far I know I’ve done anatomy and medical terminology. The guideline chapter where it hones in on guidelines 1-10 was uhhh a bit much
What do you thing about clinical documented improvement course is it useful for medical coder ?
If you want to work with closely with providers and/or do CDI, yes.
I plan on doing preppy ❤
What are your thoughts on the program through Penn Foster?
@@jacindafrancesca for me it was definitely the payment plan for preppy And when you finish your school you get the xternship also I’m not sure does penn foster offer you a laptop that was a perk too for preppy definitely worth watching the master class very insightful.
@@ashleysullivan8257 Thank you. I have watched the masterclass video. Mostly I was referring to the curriculum. Penn Foster vs. Preppy
Omg how I wish this video was available when I decided to get into medical coding at the beginning of the year. I just spent $10,000 on a 10 months certificate from a University and they didn't even teach us any billing. And there is no externship involved. I just checked out Preppy, it's so much better and cheaper! I went with this school because it's a University. I figured I was getting quality, but nope....
I think I know what school you are referring to. Lol
@@sailor_virgo879 I hope it isn't in a warm state near the Keys....? Please let me know if it is.
@@UniqueBuggieshave you done research on the university you’re going to? It should have all the things they speak on in their videos or at least be a way to know what all they include ?
Question - I know the new ICD-10 started October 1st but if we have not taken the exam yet but plan to within the next few weeks (prior to 2023) do I need to get the new book to take the exam? I thought I saw for the testing on the CPC in 2022 that the new guidelines would not take place (or meaning the test won’t change) if planning to take the exam before the start of 2023
The exam does not change until January 1. You are not permitted to use the 2023 books until examinations on and after January 1, 2023.
I always heard that Andrews is the best for medical coding.