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July 6, 2012 by Staff Writers
Medical Billing 101: A Practical Guide
Though many consider medical billing to be analogous to medical coding, expertise in medical billing is equally important, has nationally recognized certification, and continues to be in high demand from the healthcare industry. As the healthcare industry looks towards more efficient ways to manage their accounts receivable reports (AR) and minimize billing errors, the demand
May 8, 2012 by Staff Writers
What is Medical Coding?
Technology isn’t just changing education and the media, but medicine as well. As doctor’s offices and hospitals switch to electronic record-keeping systems, the demand for professionals with an in-depth knowledge of computer systems and medical terminology is high. That’s where the medical coder comes in. What Does a Medical Coder Do? A medical coder translates
May 8, 2012 by Staff Writers
What is Medical Billing?
For a patient, visiting a doctor’s office or a hospital is usually a straightforward affair. He or she walks in, fills out paperwork, is seen by a physician, pays for the visit, and then walks out the door. On the surface, it’s an uncomplicated process. But once the patient pays their co-pay for the visit
May 8, 2012 by Staff Writers
Staying Current in the Field
Education does not end for medical billing and coding specialists when they receive their degree, diploma, or certificate. Medical technology, billing procedures, and classification systems in today’s medical offices are constantly changing and becoming more sophisticated. Medical billers and coders will need to stay on top of these changes to perform their work effectively over
May 8, 2012 by Staff Writers
Salaries and Job Prospects for Medical Billers and Coders
Those who commit themselves to a career in medical billing and coding can expect good job prospects and healthy salaries well into the future. Employment of medical records technicians and health information technicians, which includes medical billing and coding specialists, is expected to grow 20% between 2008 and 2018, according to the U.S. Bureau of
May 8, 2012 by Staff Writers
Exams, Certification, and Licensure
Many healthcare professionals, such as doctors and nurses, must obtain state licensure before they can legally practice in their state. Medical billers and coders, however, do not need to obtain a license to do their job. Even so, it is still in their best interest to become formally certified in their field through a national
May 8, 2012 by Staff Writers
Becoming a Medical Coder and Biller
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), demand for medical records and health information technicians is expected to increase by 20% through 2018. With such promising prospects, more people are expected to enter the field. But becoming a medical coding and billing specialist requires training and education in both front office and back
May 31, 2011 by Staff Writers
Fast Forward: What Medical Billing and Coding Will Look Like in 2020
What will life be like in 2020? Or, more importantly for medical billers and coders, what changes will be made to the health industry over the next decade? While it can be fun to speculate about the distant future of any career, 2020 is not far away; in fact, it’s right around the corner. Before
May 31, 2011 by Staff Writers
I’m Certified – Now What?
This article will cover three main sections, covering topics that will help you transition into a career in medical billing and coding. The first section is resume building, the state of the job market for certified medical billers and coders, and resources for continuing education. The next section is occupational projections, which looks at the
May 31, 2011 by Staff Writers
The Medical Coder’s Training Cheat Sheet
Are you looking for some immediate information regarding the training you’ll need to work as a medical biller and coder? This article will let you know just what you need to start working towards a career in medical billing and coding in a physician’s office, medical billing and coding in a hospital, and strictly medical
May 31, 2011 by Staff Writers
Beyond Medical Coding – How You Can Use Your Skills to Advance in a New Career
Maybe you’ve been working in medical billing and coding for years and you’ve grown to love it – everything from hunting down and finding that specific, perfect code to successfully appeal a denied reimbursement claim with your office’s toughest insurance company. As the industry has evolved, you’ve adapted with it, anticipating code set changes and
May 31, 2011 by Staff Writers
ICD-10 – A Guide to Understanding the Upcoming Medical Coding Language
Since its implementation in 1979, ICD-9-CM has been the most important code set in the world of medical billing and coding. On October 1, 2013, all of that will change. This date represents the implementation of ICD-10 by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). With a new code set comes radically new