How I found a Remote Medical Coding Job as a CPC-A with NO EXPERIENCE!
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- How I found a Remote Medical Coding Job as a CPC-A with NO EXPERIENCE!
IN THIS VIDEO I SHARE 5 TIPS THAT HELPED ME LAND MY 1ST MEDICAL CODING POSITION (WHICH HAPPENS TO BE 100% REMOTE) AS A CPC-A WITH NO MEDICAL CODING EXPERIENCE!
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Hi my name is Quita. I am a Risk Adjustment Medical Coder and I hold 3 certifications from the AAPC which are: CPC (Certified Professional Coder), COC (Certified Outpatient Code), and a CRC (Certified Risk Adjustment Coder). I'm currently studying for my CCS (Certified Coding Specialist) certification given by Ahima which is geared for Inpatient Coding. I was inspired to make this channel because there were hardly any Day In The Life of a Medical Coder videos on the UA-cam platform. I also upload lifestyle vlog content. Anyone who is searching on how to become a medical coder will benefit from this channel. If you enjoy lifestyle vlogs you will also enjoy this channel. I upload videos every week!
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Networking is key...that's how I landed my first coding position without any experience. I network with some coders from my local AAPC chapter in San Antonio, TX and was able to get an interview and job. Once hired, I help one of my friends land a job 3 months later.
Bro please when you talk of networking what does it mean
@@ndehvelma4710 you get out and meet people at events, meetings, ect. Your network of people who you now know increases and you find out more info by word of mouth or by association.
Is it allow to write the exam with the CPT book and ICD 10 book during examination?
@@ndehvelma4710 you can have notes in your books....buy you can't write the questions from the test in your books.
How can I do networking with social anxiety? Seems impossible
When I was a manager, the best employees I had was the one without experience because they tried really hard to impress, to get a raise, to get better hours etc…
I will take this with me into Coding. If I ever become a hire manager, I will remember those employees.
Subscribed! Also, I’m self studying for my cpc exam. No experience at all but I’ve been putting off school for a few years now. Mainly because I can’t just not work lol. So I’ve been studying super hard for the last few months. It’s hard without the books yet: ICD-10-CM, HCPCS & CPT. but I’m planning on getting one each paycheck, so that’s one every 2 weeks! I’ll get there! Ive made flash cards with index cards and I’ve been studying like crazy! Listening while I clean at work (I do housekeeping) as well as when I get home from work or when I’m off! Anyway, sorry for the long comment. But I’m so glad I found your page! I’ll be watching every video lol.
Also meant to add: school isn’t an option so that’s why I’m self studying, just saying lol.
Go on u Tube a lot of recourse
That's awesome!!! I commend you for doing all of that. I wish you the best of luck!!! I'm at the end of the coding program with Penn Foster and I know I'm still going to be doing self study regardless lol. Nothing is ever a waste at least.
You’re an inspiration with your dedication! I hope things work out for you!
Self study is a good route to go the CPC exam is NOT that hard. You got this. As long as you practice with those textbooks and read the guidelines.
I hope you become the most famous medical coder vlogger out there because it was so nice hearing you talk. I am a newly certified CPC-A myself, just started Practicode to remove my A status and I feel like I have no idea what I am doing, having a little bit of the imposter syndrome. I am looking for a job as well but I am very scared to even think about an interview. I don’t have almost anything valuable on my resume and my confidence is almost 0. I’m not picky at all, remote or not, I am very motivated to build and make this a career for myself. Hearing about your experience and all the knowledge you have now, gave me more confidence to keep going. Thank you!
Wow! I’ve been disabled since 2015 due to limb loss. I’m a past Medical Assistant and currently a licensed Life & Health Insurance agent. This may be what I was looking for. Remote employment is needed and I know I’ve stumbled upon your page by divine intervention. Especially when I saw your vision board in the back and I have a blank one in front of me right now!! But God? Thank you for the inspiration sorry it’s so long. Be blessed my friend and keep doing what your doing it helps so much.🌺❤️🙏
I'm a medical assistant diploma and we took 2 classes in medical coding and now taking a online class for medical coding certification
Thank you I became CPC -A certified in November 2021. I took your advice I kept applying had many interviews and many no's due to lack of experience, I just accepted my first remote coding position.
Congrats! Where did you go to school?
Wow! I just noticed this comment! This is so amazing and I'm so happy for you. I want you to know this... You will make a lot of mistakes in the beginning. It's okay! Just learn from your mistakes. You will grow and get better and better!
Hey sis!! How’s it going with the coding two years later? And where did you get hired?!
I took a coding course and have worked as a revenue cycle analyst for the past 3 years but I never took my coding test because I’m so nervous that I will fail but I want to work as a coder. So this helps tremendously
You gave encouragement and hope, not only for Medical Coding positions, but for all possibilities. Thank you☺
I have my CPC-A been having it since 2019 and haven’t been able to find a job due to no experience. I was actually at the point on giving up. I saw a post on Facebook about company hiring coders to email resume so I emailed asking if they hire no experience and I was scheduled my first interview for a coding position. I’m not going to lie I’m extremely nervous it’s tomorrow but listening to your video has given me some confidence I needed. Thank you ☺️
how it went down?
You say things a lot of ppl need to hear. Too many people these days give into a negative mentality and it's pretty sad. The way I see it is this generation is our last hope and if we don't get some gumption then we are doomed! I see so many ppl with good potential get down on themselves for no reason.
Thank you Laquita😂. I'm a nurse and have been doing this job for almost 20 years. I want to do medical coding. I know someone that took an online course that she got a student loan and didn't find work. I told her I was interested. She told me it's hard and she couldn't find a job. That's why I thank you again😅
I needed this. I am a CPC-A interviewing for a remote medical coding position tomorrow. I think this was so helpful. Thank you.
do you mind me asking for what company? I am currently seeking the same position and I am also a CPC-A. I have been searching since June of last year. I would appreciate it. :)
You are a blessing!💕 I needed this extra push to do this, and stop doubting myself. Thank you!
Love this! A lot of people beat around the bush with super general info in these types of videos. My first position after cpc has been a home health company, originally clerical work as an in, but now only resolving our coders queries and doing some oasis chart review. I still feel like I might be lost if I was trying to code to some extent and I could learn a lot more, not sure what will happen from here but I definitely got lucky.
Loved your video and your energy! Looking to become a medical coder myself. Currently working as a medical receptionist. Thanks for your positivity in this!
I'm so happy to have found your channel! I'm just starting my Medical Coding journey, I'm starting school to get certified and I'm going to be absolutely brand new to the Medical Coding field and you are such an inspiration!! I will always return to watch this when I need to be reminded of why I'm choosing this as my new career. Thank you for creating such great content!!!
I SO needed to hear that bit about "what is for you is for you"! Thank you.
Very important vid not only for coding but for self assurance and positive outlook!!! God Bless!!! Needed this vid
What a beautiful soul. I got a lil choked-up. Encouraging others after you reached your goal. Much love!
You are such a beautiful intelligent person and so gracious to make this video to uplift others in their search for a medical coding position. I feel so encouraged and had to subscribe just because you're such a treasure. Thank you I feel motivated again to continue pursuing my dream of being a remote medical coder! "What is meant for you will never pass you by!" I live by that mantra as well!
Yes, this video helped TREMENDOUSLY! You are so inspirational and motivating! I love your positive energy. I heard another coder say she even applied TO THE JOBS THAT SAID, "INEXPERIENCED CODERS - NEED NOT APPLY". She applied anyway AND GOT HIRED! BECAUSE SHE SLAYED HER RESUME AND INTERVIEW! She said it's all in how you PRESENT the package! So hearing you just made me even more determined! I am not even worried now! You have been a blessing, girl. I am an introvert and extrovert, too! I can "feel" you genuinely care and that's priceless. I love your personality, too -- please, don't stop making videos because you are really helping people. Subbed today! Yay!
A year later and this video is still applicable! Thank you for sharing these gems for aspiring medical coders. My plans are to land a position in this career field soon!
Wish I could have heard this years ago! I absolutely love your positive attitude.
I graduated from a medical billing and coding program with a 4.0GPA but had difficulty passing national certification because I lacked the speed necessary to correctly identify and answer enough questions to successfully pass the certification exam (unanswered questions count as incorrectly answered).
THANK YOU!!! I needed this today ... I'm a CPC-A wondering if I made the right move switch fields ... this gave me the encouragement to keep pushing 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾
Thank you for the encouraging words. I am an aspiring medical coder who is still in school and I have been told that I would never get a coding job so to apply for registration and such just to get my foot in the door. I have been feeling discouraged to the point of stop going to school. I came across your video tonight and it helpedme a lot. Thanks again. I believe what is for me will be for me.
Oh girl! Just came across this video and I’ve GOT to pinch myself! I’ve been wanting to become a cpc for many many moons now. You have just lit a fire under my behind with your inspiration and energy. I am worthy and I will succeed! Tk you so much for this video!
Thank you so much for this video! You actually added some real life tips. It is so refreshing to find someone that seems like they care if you succeed. Most of the channels I have watched seem like they are just adding content for the youtube money or promoting some medical coding school.
You have really been a motivator for me. Thank you so much for the helpful hints. I am currently studying to take my CPC exam in November. I recently finished my Medical coding class and now I'm preparing to take my exam. My instructor is a a Risk Adjustment Medical Coder.
Hi Quita. I’m Quiana, a CPB-I and I really enjoyed this video. This is the energy we all need to be on!
Thanks so much for your presentation! I’ve been considering going back into the medical office as a coder, but I just couldn’t hang with all the nasty workplace politics. I’d love to work for myself as a credentialing specialist someday!
Dear Miss Quita,
I want to thank you for making this video which I accidentally found while searching for CPC-A resume help (so happy I did).
I recently received my CPC-A and have been struggling with trying to get my resume together, how to start and along with not having much confidence. The whole process is very scary to me.
I am going to follow your advice starting with getting my resume professionally done -
if you have a place you could suggest, please share.
I have written down the 5 points and will follow them all diligently.
Thank you for telling us we are worthy and not to give up.
Thank you so much again!
Najat
Thanks so much for your positive energy Quita! Getting those negative thoughts out of my head is sometimes hard but this morning I'm pumped. Great information I am definitely encouraged on this morning. Many Blessings!
I'm so glad this motivated you! Thank you for commenting ❤. You got this!
I LOVED your video Quita! I am currently in a medical coding program and will be graduating in December and will be taking my exam to become a CCS through AHIMA. Thank you for being so positive and sharing your experience and tips with us! :) ~ Chelsea
Hi there!! What a catchy name! I love it ❤.
This video really helped I am going through AAPC myself for my CPC certificate. Thank you for keeping it real but also always seeing the silver lining .
Thanks for watching! I love keeping it real and transparent 🙂.
Hi Quita,
I just found your channel and love it. I am a coder as well. Did you need to go into the office for training in your current position or was the training remote as well? Thank you and looking forward to exploring your channel further.
The last couple minutes resonated with me so much. Thank you for the support!
You are such a breath of fresh air! :) Thank you for all the wonderful words of inspiration and positivity!! :) You are a true blessing!!
Your attitude and vibe is so wonderful! Thank you for your video
I was guided to hear this and great advice. I LOVE all your tips, advice, and encouragement! It's rare to have and see women uplifting each other. Nowadays, It's like educated and accomplished people are being targeted out of pure jealousy. We need MORE women like you out there raising awareness and spreading a positive message. I subscribed
Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm thrilled that you found the advice helpful and uplifting. Supporting and encouraging each other, especially among women, is truly important.
Thank you so much for the encouragement! I’m only about halfway through my AAPC CPC course, but I’m feeling so much more confident about the job search once I’ve obtained my certification! I’ll be implementing the tips you’ve mentioned.
Hi Joanna.
I'm just starting with AAPC CPC.
I hope the industry is treating you right...
Such great tips, Ms. Laquita and I needed your positive energy! Thank you!
Thank You Quita! I'm self studying but I allowed myself to get discouraged and stopped studying for months! But I'm back on it now! I Am Worthy!
You got this!
This video is very encouraging!!! 😇😇😇 I’m going to take my Certification this Saturda. Ialready have those thoughts in minds that I will not get a coding job because I don’t have experience. I like what you said that if it’s meant for me it will happen!!! Thank you so much!!!!
OMG... Thank you so much Quita! I seriously wanna cry. This video was extremely helpful. I had looked at others before I discovered your page but they didn't give nearly as many golden nuggets or inspiration as you did. After watching you, I know I can do it. I try to let my age deter me from starting but you encouraged me that I can do it and stop with the negative thoughts. Thank you! Thank you! I'm a new subscriber and new virtual friend forever!!!
Awww thank you my virtual friend!
Thank you Ms Quita to keep inspiring people. I’m just recently pass CPC exam, and I’m CPC-A. I keep looking and never give up to find job. Thank you to lift me up my confidence.
I'm in the same boat. I think I've sent my resume to a hundred places, and I keep getting rejected, due to lack of experience. It's so frustrating.
Completely positive energy! I notice that in a few of your videos. Thanks so much, this helps a lot. I'm still studying via AAPC...and I'm totally brand new! Thanks Quitta 😊
Your welcome. Thanks for commenting and I wish you much success in your career journey!
Is the test hard?
Hi Quita, your video came up as a suggestion today! This was the encouragement I needed. I took several notes while watching. I take my certification exam in January for CPC. Im preparing myself now for when I start applying for jobs. Thanks for the great information.
I love this ❤❤ Thank you for posting!!!!! Love your energy✨ I have 1 more year to get my cert :))) I am on reddit a lot in the medicalcoder sub and while there is good info there, there are many gloom & doomers. These are people who did not find jobs and need a place to vent so they go there. Likely they have severe anxiety and do not know how to present themselves or they are not putting their best foot forward. Medical coding attracts very introverted and severely socially anxious types of people (me) but what they don't realize is that they still need to be able to conquer that just a little bit to get through an interview. I remember there was someone in there saying on one of post that they never get past phone interviews and they are giving up. Well on a different post they also said they get severe anxiety with talking on the phone. That is exactly what I am saying!
Just want to put out there that this is the business side of healthcare. You have to shine the best way you can whether you are an introvert, anxious, extrovert. You need to be professional and try your best, believe in yourself!!! OP got it we can too.
Giirrrll! I need more of your videos in my life 😫😄. Thank you 🩷
Thank you for this!! I recently finished my CPC and did the AAPC practicum and have lost the A. And have started the COC...I know..crazy since I'm not in the field yet. Trying to figure out where to start to look for a job. Hoping being new and never working in the field but being certified will help. Really appreciate your positive words at the end of this video!
Ecko, do you have a career update? 🙂
You are so encouraging! All of your tips are great and very well delivered. Thank you.
Thank you Quita, this has been helpful and encouraging. I wasn't exactly familiar that there was an apprentice coder. That's awesome. I'm going to look.
I came across this video today. And I must say I needed it. Thank you so much for your encouraging words.
Completely agree to all of your pointers!!! I’m late to your channel, but I’m here now & can’t wait to see what you’re up to now. I’d love to go for the CCS as well. 👍🏼
Still coding away at the moment...but transitioning to tech.
You are so encouraging! You are a beautiful soul! Peace and blessing to you!
Thank you so much for encouraging! I work for billing but ideally would like to move to coding. Still CPC-A though.
Thank you Quita this is my first time to your channel and I'm very grateful that I came across you. Thank you for the motivation.
Thank you for your kind words of encouragement! I am a current CPC-A just starting to apply for different coding jobs hoping to have the best of luck! Thank you for a wonderful, informational, helpful, inspiring, and motivating video!
Ahhh Quita that was so encouraging!! I can tell you have the confidence of the daughter of The One True King!!!! Thank you for your positivity!!!
Hello, I love you energy, Im currently taking classes for coding and you have definantly inspired me. Thanks
Thank god I found your page! thank you for sharing your experience with us!
Hey Ms. Laquita,
I'm so grateful I found your channel. I am currently after my associate's degree in medical billing and coding and enrolled in the AAPCs certification program. I have been extremely fearful about not being able to find a job because I will be new with no experience. Thank you for sharing your experience and being so positive!
Emma
Thank you! Very helpful. You are so sweet! My thoughts were running with the "what are you doing? and You will not find anything, everyone wants experience." I am currently going to a technical school online and going to be moving to another state. I was really hoping to find something before I move and possibly from home. I am open to either because I want a better income. I am a single Mom and turning 51, I am ready for a better life. :) Thank you again and God bless!! :)
Thanks for this video! I just got my cpc-a and trust me your video make my afternoon! Hope to find my first job soon! I love this profession! ❤
Yes, girl......this helped me. All the feelings you mentioned are exactly the ones I'm having. I needed to hear this........
This video has helped me and I’ve been coding 10 years. Thank you.
Love the video. I know not to give up. Thank you for the 5 tips. I have got a lot of call back due to I do not have the CPC-A. I have worked in the billing office for over 10 years while I was in school the supervisor I worked for sent letter in to the AAPC once I passed the test I came out with CPC. Still not able to found a position with no experience. I will indeed keep looking. Thank you for inspiration.
Thank you Quita, in 2006 I went to school for a Medical Assistant but then left the Medical Field and became a truck driver but I recently was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis December of 2022 so instead of pursuing Career in Medical Assistant again because with Multiple Sclerosis my doctor told me I may not be able to do blood draws etc later if I develop Tremors later so I had some classes in Medical Coding back when I took Medical Assistant classes but that was over 17 years ago, I'm planning to start classes which online with the Community College in my area and I just wanted to say thank you for your positive feedback and stay positive in this life, may God continue to richly Bless you 🙏🏼❤️
Im a new subbie to your channel. I liked your personality and the way u breakdown the information you share. Im a former security officer until I I caught Covid and found out how that company ive bn with didn't care about me other then being a number to thier profits! So given i do alot of research in general and i have always bn inquisitive to health etc. I am deciding on taking that journey to become a Medical Coder!
Thank you. I start school Monday. I can’t wait.
Thank you!!! You are helping me work through my fears.. you rock!!! ❤
I love your energy 😊 great video !
Hi Quinta! Very helpful and informative thank you for sharing. I’m subscribing
I haven't started medical billing and coding. Ive been procrastinating because i feel I may fail. But you've motivated me to finally start on my journey. Thank you kindly❣️
Thank you so much for this video! You inspired me to focus on getting into the field. I debated about doing it but now im enrolled at a school for medical coding!
👋 Quita!!! I just became one of your new subbies. I love the encouragement that you showed in this 📹. It was informative, very, very positive, and knowledgeable. Thank you 😊 so much for putting this out here. I have been wanting to become a medical coder and biller for over 10 years, and I want a new change in careers from the one I have now. The only thing is I don't know what school to go to get started on this new journey. 😐 If you don't mind my asking what school did you attend or could you give me any advice as to what to do?
you definitely gave me encouragement, I'm so thankful for this.
I love your words of encouragement!! Your energy is everything 🎉 you’re the best!
You're the best!
What a great video! Subscribed!
Beautiful. This is amazing advice. Thank you!
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I love your energy! I am not credentialed yet. I am self studying. I have no coding experience and little work experience because I've been a stay at home mom for my whole adult life. Now the kids are all in school, and coding is my dream job! You have encouraged me to keep studying and get credentials and get that job!
Hi Quita. I watched this video on my way to work today and I cannot tell you how inspired you made me. I went to school to study Medical Billing and Coding. Now I’m searching to find Entry Level MBC due to no experience. You opened a perspective to not give up and allow those negative thoughts to just be that.
Thank you girl. Also, do you have a LinkedIn? If you do not mind, I’d love to connect with you.
I love ❤ this video. Getting ready to take my on line course. Thank you 😊
This video really has inspired me! Thanks for sharing!
@Ms. Laquita, very inspirational and encouraging I have no experience but I am willing to learn and push myself if given the chance thank you for your encouragement!! I saw a lot of comments that scared me into getting into coding but I believe if I learn it Can open other doors for me. So I’m praying when the time comes because I’m almost graduating I can start searching
Preach! Lol Great advice!! Thank you
Thank you for all the advice and motivation!!!
You are so inspirational!! I found a lot of your qualities in me, minus the level of positive energy you have. However, I feel so much more confident now after watching your video. I will be putting all of your very helpful tips which have enlightened me. Thank you and don't stop doing what you do!!☺
Great info Quita!!
Thanks 😊
III needed THIS vid 🔥 as my reminder!!
Thank you beautiful, you really are amazing with your videos!!! Very encouraging watching this!!! You go Queen!!! 🙌🏽👏🏽💜🌹
Quita your videos are very uplifting!!!! I just got my CPC-A two months ago and this is the motivation I needed!
Thank you for your tips and encouraging words! ❤ You gave me hope something will come up. I have been applying to so many places with no answer. Fingers crossed the right job for me will come up 🤞
Yes this video was very helpful!!♥️♥️♥️
This was very helpful and motivational, thank you!
I'm actually in school right now for my associates degree as a medical records technician which my school also includes NRCCS (Nationally Registered Certified Coding Specialist) and CEHRS (Certified Electronic Health Record Specialist). So, I am super excited. However, lately I've been in doubt of what I can achieve and it has been taking a huge toll on me but I'm working on it and I am ready to learn. Thank you for this information, I really needed to hear this message tonight. Thank you again!!!
This was a very inspiring video.. thank you for all your information and inspiring words 🙏🏾 ❤
You are A M A Z I N G Ms. Quita!!! Your wonderful and very helpful input and advice, positive energy, and personality is so greatly appreciated. Thank you so much! God bless!!!
Wow, thank you!
Thank you so much for this video ❤ You have me motivated now!
You are AWESOME for doing this video! So informative. You're so inspirational. I feel like you are my hype wo(MAN) Much Love ❤
I feel I have a thing for motivating people. I really enjoy it and want to bring more of that type of content to this channel for you all!