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“ “Medical coding is the transformation of healthcare diagnosis, procedures, medical services, and equipment into universal medical alphanumeric codes. What is the main purpose of medical coding? Medical coding is the process of translating important medical information into simple codes for the purpose of documenting medical records and for medicalRead More →

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Medical coding is the transformation of healthcare diagnosis, procedures, medical services, and equipment into universal medical alphanumeric codes. A medical coder is responsible for assigning the correct code to describe the type of service a patient will receive. What is medical coding and how does it work? Medical coders workRead More →

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Modifiers are one of the essential elements of medical coding. A CPT modifier is a code that allows a healthcare professional to indicate that a procedure or service has been altered in some or the other way. However, the original code or the definition won’t change. What is modifier usedRead More →

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Medical coding is the process of translating important medical information into simple codes for the purpose of documenting medical records and for medical billing. This standard system of medical coding allows a more seamless transfer of medical records and more efficient analysis to track health records of patients. What areRead More →

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Demand for medical coding professionals is heating up. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the number of jobs in medical records and health information fields will grow by more than 15 percent in the decade leading up to 2024. How do I become a medical biller client inRead More →

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According to the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC), the medical coding definition reads as follows: “Medical coding is the transformation of healthcare diagnosis, procedures, medical services and equipment into universal medical alphanumeric codes.”2 Put simply, this refers to the process of translating What is the qualification for medical coding?Read More →

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Steps To Becoming a Medical Coder Step 1: Take Medical Coding Training. Step 2: Pass Medical Coding Exam. Step 3: Become and Maintain AAPC Membership. Step 4: Verify Your Experience. Step 5: Maintain Certification Through Continuing Education Units (CEUs) How long does it take to become a medical coder? HowRead More →

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Medical coding is the process of translating important medical information into simple codes for the purpose of documenting medical records and for medical billing. This standard system of medical coding allows a more seamless transfer of medical records and more efficient analysis to track health records of patients. What areRead More →

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Medical billing and coding had been among the most in-demand professions. In fact, the Bureau of Labor Statistics listed medical coding among the 20 fastest-growing occupations. AAPC notes that “job security factors into quality of life, which is one reason why medical coding is a good career choice. What areRead More →

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Medical billing and coding had been among the most in-demand professions. In fact, the Bureau of Labor Statistics listed medical coding among the 20 fastest-growing occupations. AAPC notes that “job security factors into quality of life, which is one reason why medical coding is a good career choice. Are medicalRead More →