Blog posts that discuss medical coding and billing certifications, and what you need to do to get them and use them properly.
Medical Coding Academy has always been at the forefront of the medical coding industry when it comes to innovative ideas. We were among the first to offer an affordable, fully comprehensive online training course for the medical coding certification exam in Medical Coding Academy Online and our products are always improving and expanding to help…
Medical Coding Academy has always been at the forefront of the medical coding industry when it comes to innovative ideas. We were among the first to offer an affordable, fully comprehensive online training course for the medical coding certification exam in Medical Coding Academy Online and our products are always improving and expanding to help…
All About Medical Auditing If you think all medical coding jobs are the same, think again. Becoming a Certified Professional Coder (CPC®) is just the first step in your medical billing and coding journey. The next step? Choosing an additional certification to hone your craft and develop your specialty so you can increase your earning…
5 New Year’s Resolutions for Medical Coders and Billers When the New Year comes along, many people use it as an opportunity to lose weight or eat better. Others try and kick a bad habit, like smoking. Still others try and get their finances on track. While these are all well and good, they don’t…
The Importance of an Outpatient Medical Coder Credential (COC) Outpatient Medical Coders are among the highest demand in the medical industry. Why? Since physicians often leave their private practice to join hospital groups, they need someone to handle the medical coding and billing at their new location. That’s where an Outpatient Medical Coder credential (COC®)…
5 Practical Tips for Passing Your Medical Coding Certification Exam If you’re like the majority of Americans, you have plenty of fears. According to Inc., more than half of us fear not having enough money for the future and 25 percent of us are afraid of sharks. For medical coding students, certification exam day can…
The 2020 Medical Coding Academy Schedule Is Out! Don’t look now, but at Medical Coding Academy, we’re already thinking about next year… and you should too. Our 2020 schedule is out! That’s right, we have all sorts of medical coding and billing courses now on the calendar, such as: Certified Professional Coder (CPC) Medical Risk Adjuster (CRC)…
How Medical Coding Salaries Compare to Other Industries Money. It’s not the primary reason most of us choose to pursue a profession, but it’s usually among the top factors that influence your decision. This is true for everything from fast-food managers and accountants to dentists, surgeons and professional athletes. Medical coding is no different. One…
4 Reasons Companies Love Hiring Medical Coders with Certifications Those interested in a career in medical coding and billing have a difficult decision to make. Do they immediately try and enter the workforce? Do they get a certification first? Or do they go all-in on a college degree? The first scenario can be difficult, as…
The Importance of Medical Risk Adjuster Credential (CRC) The shift toward providing more specific and complete documentation of all medical problems on an annual basis is a challenge for many practices. This is particularly problematic in the outpatient setting, which typically has less administrative infrastructure to support adequate coding. However, aligning current payment-focused billing and…