What you NEED to know BEFORE getting into Medical Coding
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- Опубліковано 27 чер 2024
- Are you looking into a career as a medical coder? Wondering what things you might want to know about before making your decision? Let me share with you the top things to know BEFORE getting into medical billing and coding like online training, job outlook, costs, changes, and more!
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0:00 - Introduction: What You Need to Know About Medical Coding
1:20 - Medical Coding vs. Programming Languages
3:15 - The Minimal Math Involved in Medical Coding
5:30 - Different Types of Medical Coding Specialties
7:45 - Education Requirements for Medical Coding
10:00 - The Importance of Certification in Medical Coding
12:15 - The Challenges of Job Searching for New Coders
14:30 - Annual Costs and Membership Fees in Medical Coding
16:45 - The Constant Changes in Medical Coding Regulations
19:00 - Real-world Medical Coding vs. School Training
20:15 - The Use of Encoder Programs in Medical Coding
22:15 - The Importance of Specificity in Medical Coding
24:30 - Outsourcing and Offshoring in Medical Coding
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Just passed myCPC exam this week!
That's awesome Mallory!!!! Is job search next or are you already working somewhere in healthcare?
@@ContempoCoding job search is next. I’m coming from a completely different field. Completing practicode as well. 😊
Congrats, Mallory! Having mine next week....trying not to freak out
Congrats! I’m about to graduate and then study for mine. NERVOUS about finding an entry level job.😩
Congratulations 🎉
I’ve been a coder for 25 years at a hospital. I’m what they call a Hybrid Coder. I code Inpatient and Outpatient. I love coding! I have the C.C.S. Certification from AHIMA.
That’s wonderful! I’m a nurse and interested in coding. Did you obtain your CCA before your CCS credential?
@@melissav9979 CCA was not in existence when I passed my CCS.
Hi Tina, glad to see someone who is in the field of coding that long. I have a Bachelor's in Public Health next is Master's but I am feeling hesitant since the start of Pandemic. I've been curious about coding and it was one of the profession recommended for someone who wanted to stay home as a mom 😅. Do you have any acc. were I can contact you to ask questions about the field? (If u dont mind). Thanks in advance !
Where do you work? Will you help me get there as I'm certified coder.
@@Deepak-qe9ti I work for a hospital network. Help you get where?
Looking forward to begin Medical Coding school shortly, thank you for your helpful tips!
I am getting ready to take my CPC exam next month and I’m so nervous. Going to throw myself into studying and watching your videos. I appreciate you so much!
I hope you passed!
Thank you so much for these videos. I am looking for a career change, and this information is so helpful for me to determine if medical coding is what I'd like to try!
Just discovered your channel and I am so stoked to start binging. I am a stay at home mom now but when my two kid are in school, I am considering going through a community college program to become a coder.
Thank you for your videos Victoria! I took my test last week and yesterday I got the results: I passed it!! Your materials was super helpful to review everything and feel a little bit more confident (I took a short program in a community college, so I really needed to study a lot by myself) . Now, I just need to understand what will be the next step...
That's so awesome, Claudia! Congrats! If you have any tips on things I should cover that may help future examinees, just let me know!
How????
I am fresher in this field so please suggest me the way to clear cpc exam plzz...
Look at the absolute medical coding institute AMCI videos with Mrs. Jay on UA-cam.
Im so glad I came across your videos, I start my program Oct 23rd! (;
Just found your videos and love them!! I am almost done with school and should be sitting for CCA after finishing this semester!!
Hey Elizabeth! That's awesome! I haven't kept up with what AHIMA is doing with exams -- are they still just at exam centers or have they opened up an online option?
@@ContempoCoding they are still doing them in person.
Thank you for these videos! I am starting at Tidewater Community College in their Medical Coding courses October 12th, 2021, and will have my certification by the end of April, 2022! Your videos have been and continue to be very helpful, and I know I'll be referencing them for a long time to come. Thank you!
God bless you on your new journey
I am a layman i dont know about coding how long it will take to make me a perfect coder
How much did u pay
Omg how did it go?!
Did u find employment?! Congrats 😊
I start school tomorrow so I'm going to be watching all your videos and look forward to your new videos
Awesome! Good luck, Angelica!
my books arrive today. so excited to become a coder !!!!! thank you for the videos they really help
Wonderful! Enjoy your journey to becoming a coder!!
Where are you doing your schooling?
I search about medical coding and your video caught my attention. I'm thinking about going to enrol online .
Of course I watch this AFTER I enroll in a program 😃😂😂🤦🏾♀️
You'll be fine! Lol! There's so much additional information out there now to take advantage of if you need it!
I feel the same in one month into this
@@jasonoliver5385 hows month 2 going? im on month 1 and i did not expect this
Me too
Update, guys?
I am so Interested and excited to start college for Medical Billing and Coding this month!
That's awesome! Lots of luck to you, KttA!!
I’ve already begun my medical coding journey through AAPC. This video is scaring because I don’t have a lot of medical background. I worked as a manager of Adult Foster Homes in Oregon and thought I was more knowledgeable am now nervous. Looking for encouragement it’s too late to back out now!
How did it go???
Thanks for this helpful video!
I’m currently taking courses through AAPC for my CPC certification and I’m also taking anatomy, medical terminology and pathophysiology classes through them as well. It’s a bit to juggle especially since I work full time. Overall I’m loving these courses though because there isn’t stressful deadlines. I usually take my weekend and complete a few modules. Fingers crossed that I pass my CPC exam 🤞🏻
That's awesome! Yeah some people do so well with self-paced but others just crumble without the structure. It's great that there's options out there for everyone. :)
I’m interested in taking courses through aapc for cpc certification. How was ur experience
Did the AAPC course help you pass? I'm trying to decide whether or not to invest in it.
I love your teaching style. Ready to start!
This information was amazing. Thank you
You are so welcome!
Thank you for the video. Can you tell us the difference between Medical Records Tech, Health Information Specialist and Medical Coding Sp? Which of these is best to make more money? Thank you! 😊
This was really good. Thank you
You're so welcome!
Lookin' good Victoria! Thank you for all you do! Took my test. Missed it by 4 points. Gotta hit the books again!
Ugh, so close! But that means you'll definitely nail it next time!! :)
Thanks your videos are awesome and helpful I’m thinking about doing the AAPC program
Go for it! I would recommend a live instructor class.
Excellent video. It's best to know this info up front, before the time and investment is made.
Glad it was helpful!
This sounds like a lot like underwriting for mortgages. Medical Coding seems to be the underwriting of the medical field. This is great information, thank you for sharing it.
I just saw your video! I’m currently interested in doing the CPC certification but I’m a little confused can I apply to this without working as a current medical coder? Or would it have to be the CPA-A? What is the difference
I currently don’t want to switch jobs until I have the certification?
Hi Victoria. I'm interested in medical billing, preferably behind the scenes as opposed to the 'front line,' if you will. Is it tough to learn?
Excellent video.
Karin Miranda....this was very helpful....thanks again for all of your video's...awesome 👋
Glad it was helpful! :D
Great information 👍
Thanks, Seno!
My cousin is becoming a coder through AHIMA and she sent me to your page! I’m trying to find something to do for when my Paramedic career will come to an end. This seems like something that might be plausible for me!
Funny story -- my cousin is also becoming a coder through AHIMA. Lol! Yeah you can for sure put all your existing healthcare knowledge to use in medical coding!
Hey I’m thinking about taking the course to get into medical billing and coding, and I was wondering about the continued education part? What exactly does that encompass? I have to take courses after my certification to stay updated or am I misunderstanding ? 😅
I am currently taking the online AAPC CPC course. As a personal trainer for the past 12 years, the anatomy/physiology part was a breeze & I have been in outpatient medical for about 2 years so I am familiar with popular CPT and ICD-10 codes so I am hoping that translates well to the medical terminology portion which I start this week.
Any advice on how soon I should schedule my exam after completing my program? I would be taking it in my home.
i just applied for classes yesterday and i have an interview today even though i have no experience medically or knowledge really. thankyou for this video!!
How did it go?? I just enrolled for classes and am alittle hesitant now because I have no background in medical
Thank you for this video. How is the work-life balance as a medical coder?
Hi I looking to get a job in medical Coding but I don't know where to start? Some medical coder jobs asked for 1-3 years experience in the field which I don't have yet? SO, where would I start to get that experience?
I have been reading a lot that it's hard to get a job in this field. Is that true? This is making me hesitant in taking the course. I read forums of people talking about the difficulty in getting employment as a new coder.
So, I recently worked at an entry level Billing and Coding office. My boss pulled me aside and told me she thought I should become an Auditor. I only have the one year experience from that office and I mostly did billing. Do you think I should just take my ex bosses advise and go strait into a Certification for Auditing or do you think I should do a Billing & Coding Certification to get more of that experience first?
Hi Victoria: My college is telling me to take a CPT Coding and Coding Terminology class at the same time. How would these 2 courses work together?
this is very helpful. i took a coding seminar when i was working for a large cardio group cause i was doing data entry and the codes were in the software. i also aced a medical terminology course when i worked at a hospital so i know i have the skills to do this but concerned about costs of education. but i have phone interview this friday with an online college and will get info before making decision. your videos are so great and clearly yu r aces at what yu do and yu love it. tell me-im 65 is it too late to b considering this career move?
Hi! Thanks for your videos! I appreciate it a lot. I am a registered nurse, been working in hospital setting for 8years. Thinking of a career shift, been eyeing for this job but don't know where to start.
Hello. I would like to get some advise. I read that you are a RN, I’ve been thinking about going I to nursing or medical coding. How has the nursing career been for you?
@@meliasmr7906 hi there! Its definitely a life changing career to be in a hospital setting, sounds cliché but touching and saving lives really has a massive effect on my character development, mentally and professionally. but at the same time I kind of burnt out from the job, been thinking of career shift which is medical coding but I haven't started yet, might be 2022 is a good start for this. I hope so! Anyways, Good luck to Us! Cheers!
Coder for 28 years. Assoc Degree with an RHIT. Nobody mentions the RHIT. I took 2 years of coding with 4 internships before I graduated.
I code ERs. Dx coding with infusions, injections and charging.
From what I'm seeing once they graduate, it is hard to find that first job. Everybody wants to work at home but most remote jobs want 3-5 years experience.
AHIMA is really getting expensive! Yearly membership is $149 then you have to pay for the recertification. Then you have to pay for most of the CEUs. Now, AHIMA is requiring 40% of CEUs to come directly from AHIMA. Their quizzes are $30 per quiz!! I must have 20 CEUs for the 2-year cycle.
I hear this is a great career for someone like myself, that has a more introverted personality type!
Absolutely!
Great video! I feel like I should tell you that my daughter is named Victoria Goll 😂
Love that!
I am curious about the work load? Do they require fast paced work or most accurate work?
I work in patient registration and exploring a career in medical coding and billing. I'm planning on taking classes at the community college. Where do I start?
Is there a possibility of dedicating my work hours in the even and overnight from home or are these positions day time only. I can still work during the day too but curious if that is a possibility.
I am currently taking the AAPC CPC course. I did not do the live instructor class unfortunately because I just didn't know what was best. I am completely lost. What do you suggest to help me because as of right now I just dont really understand it and I'm almost finished. Just doing terrible and I'm feeling very overwhelmed.
I’ve been in the medical field for 20yrs. Very interested your video was so informative. Question how do you pick which type of coding certification first though. I want to be certified in both office and hospital so I have better chance of choosing a job.
AAPC CPC course is a great starting point
Hi Victoria! New subscriber. So, I started CPC with AAPC in late September. The first chapters were a breeze, but I’ve been seriously struggling since chapter 5/6 and we’re in chapters 8 and 9 now. I know that I’m learning and entirely new language, but I feel like I’m having a difficult time grasping it. Instructor is great, office hours are helpful and class is beneficial. I’m just struggling to retain all of the new information I’m constantly receiving. Any tips for a beginner ? I really really want to get this down.
I just began as well and I am also struggling with online learning vs a traditional classroom. It is good to know I’m not the only one struggling. I’m glad I thought to look at UA-cam and found this. Good luck to all who are struggling!!
Hi, I'm about to start CPC, online class. Please, I need tips on how to study and deal with assignments. I'm a traditional in-person and hands-on learner. I have a newborn & I know it's going to be a challenge with the online classes. Please any tips on how to Overcoming my fears and challenges is highly appreciated. Thank you!
@@agubatavivian2693 hii .. i am 2nd year b pharmacy student. How can I go for medical coding???? How can I prepare for medical coding? Where I get a job ??
@@ashishpal6889This is why Victoria puts out all these videos. Watch a few every day and you’ll find your answers
Thanks
No problem
I originally earned a CBCS certification that no employers were interested in once I actually started job searching, I also earned a CMAA certification through the same program. I am considering the idea of just letting my CBCS certification expire when it comes time to renew it in 2025, mostly due to the fact that I am interested in obtaining a CPC certification and keeping the CBCS when it isn't even helping me seems pointless. With that said, I am also not 100% sure anymore that coding is the right career path for me.
Yes, coding is interesting to me, and yes, my current job in medical data processing can get monotonous, but I also don't know if I am ready to commit myself to something in the way that coding would require me to, it is a life long commitment and while I know that my family would be disappointed in me for suddenly switching gears, I also know that as long as I am unsure and looking into getting new credentials, it may be better to consider other careers on the whole.
Can anyone with experience in the coding field provide me with any advice on this matter?
Thank you for your videos. What online school would you recommend?
You can find out about the best program out there by registering for my free masterclass!
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@@ContempoCoding thank you for responding...... I clicked on one of your other videos and you told me lol, sorry about that
I will be taking my CPC exam soon. Is medical claims a good position to work before a medical coding position?
Ok got it never mind
I am a home health PT and work in the field. I am looking for a change in focus and was entertaining coding. I was COS-C certified but it has since expired. What course do I need to start my coding education?
Is there an introductory course online I could take to get a sense of what Medical a coding is like? I’ve watched a few of your videos, but I’m still not sure if this is right for me.
Do we need to pass any other exam before starting Medical coding?
As i live in india and started training for cpc exam and my question is as i have experience in medical industry from last 3 years and once i get certified in this is there is any chance of getting job in USA and what is basic salary there?
I am taking coding through AAPC. I paid for cpc and cbc billing but now am thinking I should just taken CPC. I don’t think I needed CBC certification? I would like your opinion? I don’t believe that I can a refund. I was thinking that maybe they could put towards auditing? I hope to hear from you soon?
Rebecca 😊
i just found out about this and cancer registry and am undecided on what to pursue. but i also have an AS in health science. i cant decide whether to finish a degree in HIM ... or if totally okay to just get a certificate in medical coding (or the registrar cert)
this sounds very overwhelming and is making my consider a different career path
It can be challenging sure but you can do it!
I'm from Agri field with PG in bioinformatics...
I'm interested in medical coding..is it a good option!
Or any suggestions please reply...
Do you have billing tutorials too?
I live in Los Angeles California..I would have loved to get a medical coding job...no openings for people without experience
What's the payscale from beginner cpcs to advanced specialties like surgery?
I have always wanted to get into medical coding just never knew where to start. I have a local lady that says she'll teach you but for a few grand.
Hello! Quick question, I apologize if you have answered this in any other video, however once you pass your AAPC exam can you work in any state? I currently live NC and want to move back home to WA. Thank you!
Yes you can!
Need some counseling on NASCO application, any suggestion? Any tutor here? Thanks
Is medcerts a good program to get your certificate? I just took the wonderlic sle assessment and passed and can start. It says it’s issuing authority is through AAPC and AHIMA.
Hello, I am married to a travel nurse and looking for a job that I can work from home for. Would this be a viable option?
when you say continue education to keep credentials you have to keep going to school how much woulkd that be or is it a program that a job offers
I want to work from home doing this but I have no idea where to start.
Do you think it is better to go through a community college or go through aapc directly?
You can get cheaper and more focused education through the AAPC but they can't offer grants or financial aid the way a college can.
I just finished my masters in medical laboratory technology and got an job offer for medical coder... But it's new for me ,should i take the job?
I worked for Aetna for 17 years and now I'm billing for a physician group. I start my online coding class with AAPC in 2 weeks. I got an email to schedule my testing date already, not sure why that is? I haven't even begun classes yet
Was a little curious about training for this job, but after you said it involves sitting for long periods of time I just lost interest. Should I pursue coding anyway because it's hot and in demand and it assuredly pays better than any job I've ever had?
I hate sitting a long time in front of a computer, but I need to be making money and I'm currently recovering from a broken leg so my usual blue collar type jobs is currently not an option. Is there more about this job that I should consider or am I just trying to talk myself into something I'm pretty sure I won't like? What do you think?
That's a personal call you have to make for yourself but it sounds like you may have to do some more research and personal assessments to come up with the right plan.
Is imac a good computer for medical coding and billing?
Hi, thanks for these great videos. I am a nurse (LPN) for the past 20 years. After getting hurt on the job, I would like to shift my focus to Medical Coding and possibly Billing. I have done some coding for an anesthesiologist and now I would like to start my own Medical Coding and Billing business, so that I can work from home. Please advise where I should start. Whether it be your videos, online training, etc. Thanks in advance for your help. Michele
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!
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Hello, I am very pleased to watch your videos, a very interesting question for me, where would you recommend to study?
Hi Diana, I would recommend the AAPC or you can check my video description for my discount link to online degree.
How easy it is to learn when you don't know English that well.
Thank you so much for your reply.
Any help, my husband is pediatric and general surgeon from another country, here he's an excellent doctor. But his english is basic. He is getting disappointed that can't do anything besides hard work and getting paid dimes. Is there anything that he can learn this and start to do something that is close to his major? For doing this billing or coding, what he can do? any help, any advice. Does he need any certificate for billing and coding?
thank you in advance!
Just a quick question.. So once u get a job as a, cpc apprentice do they actually train u fr the job coz the case study we actually see during our courses is very different from the field right
That is really up to the independent employer as to what your training plan will look like.
I have a bachelor degree in Political science but 10 years accounting experience. Planning to be a medical biller and coder where do you think I will start? In community college? Or online certification?
How's your accounting experience and why are you changing careers? I've been considering bookkeeping/accounting. Can I hear your insights for the change?
What’s the best school for billing and coding?
I have been in the cleaning industry for 10 years (the only thing I've done) would that make it harder for me to get a job with coding?
I have CNA &BLS. It is important for me to do Medical Code?
Let me know please
How long is the schooling through AAPC?
Hello I really need advice currently right now what I’m doing is trying to get into social work but it takes about six years to graduate. Throughout the six years I won’t find jobs until I graduate it’s really long journey. I want to work I want a job currently I’m in my third year I don’t know what to and I’m wasting time with being undecided. I’m looking at this I don’t know nothing about computers but Im look into coding ,medical receptionist as well as administrative assistant and maybe I will go back for social work I don’t know I need advice.
My brother gave me a link its billing and coding or coding is this the same thing as medical billing and coding? And also what are major things needed to help you do your job? Or to get certified?
If you're interested in the differences between billing and coding, it is covered in this video: ua-cam.com/video/tWBXte0RN8w/v-deo.html
Hey! Do you need to attend school for medical coding? Or can I just study on my own to take the exam?
In order to take a certification test, you need to come from an accredited coding course
Hi! I have been looking into medical coding certification through my local community college. I have worked in insurance sales for 7 years, but I am ready for a career change. I thought medical coding may be an option. I love routine and organization, and I am also able to complete task very quickly. It’s always scary to start over, but this seems like a good fit for me. Just wondering if you have any advice for the newcomer! Thank you :)
Sounds like a great plan! Just make sure that even if they encourage another certification that you ultimately get certified through the AAPC or AHIMA.
Please reply on me, I am from middle east can if I had certificata to work remotly from usa?
Later alote of middle east people have certified, are that will decrease the Opportunities for me??
How can I reach to that position I need it a lote
Is there any age limit for this course or job internationally.?I am 30.
I only know there's no limits in the U.S. The concept of having "age limits" on jobs is completely foreign to me.
How many certifcates do i need ? Looks like to get paid more you need 4 years experience D: ?
Hi! Could you work as a EMR tech or EHR tech or something like that after getting certification for Medical coding?
Possibly! That sounds like something that might be more akin to a RHIT certification/degree.
@@ContempoCoding Thank you so much for your reply. Your videos are very informative and helpful. I like your each n every video and always wait eagerly for next. Thank you for your time.
Hey Victoria,I have watched most of videos on UA-cam and I'm interested in doing medical coding course but I don't medical idea,I can go ahead do it?
And one more thing,is medical coding an international course,can I get a job in Uganda?
What's better to take cpc or aapc
Hi Victoria, are there opportunities for Registered Nurses to become medical coders? I am an RN, I am interested in changing careers or moving away from bedside nursing.
I can answer that! Yes or CDI Specialist is also a good path for RNs. Clinical Documentation Integrity is like pre-coding for the coder and sorting out the inconsistencies/inaccuracies of the documentation.
Can you start out the gate trying to get COC certification? Or do you need others first?
You can definitely start out with just getting the COC. I know a bunch of coders that just have their COC!
@@ContempoCoding omg that is great to hear!!! I’m excited because this will be my goal! I have been verifying insurance charts for about 2 yrs and want to enhance my career. Thank you so much for responding so fast 🤩