why choose medical billing and coding?
There are a number of reasons to choose any career field -- most of them personal -- but here are a few top reasons why many people choose this rewarding profession:
- It involves organization and detail-oriented work.
- It does not require direct contact with patients or bodily fluids.
- It's an easy transition from other fields, like the insurance or mortgage industry.
- You can complete your training quickly and be working in the field in as little as one year.
do I have to attend orientation
Yes, orientation is mandatory for you to enroll in our program. During the orientation we discuss the program with more detail as well as inform you of additional resources that may be available to you. Please check our school website for orientation dates, times and location: DAS CATALOG
what is icd?
International Classification of Diseases (ICD) is a common language that compiles, reports and uses health care information. The World Health Organization (WHO) periodically upgrades the ICD
What is icd-10?
ICD-10 is the 10th revision of the International Statistical Classification of Diseases and Related Health Problems (ICD). This is the reporting system for morbidity statistics and mortality stats. It has been the requirement since 1999 and will be updated Oct. 1, 2013.
how do icd-9 & icd-10 differ?
Unlike the codes in ICD-9, ICD-10 codes are alphanumeric. These new codes will require compatible billing software and will employ data that provide more information about a patient's condition.
ICD-9 to ICD-10 Resource
ICD-9 to ICD-10 Resource
what is cpt?
CPT (Current Procedural Terminology) codes are numbers assigned to every task and service a medical practitioner may provide to a patient (although not a Medicare patient - see note below) including medical, surgical and diagnostic services. They are then used by insurers to determine the amount of reimbursement that a practitioner will receive by an insurer when he or she performs that service. Since everyone uses the same codes to mean the same thing, they ensure uniformity.
CPT Resource
CPT Resource
the job:
What is in a medical insurance biller coder's tool kit? You will need a computer, coding reference books or lookup tools and coding software. Employers may supply necessary or additional materials.
Where do medical billing and coding specialists work?Medical insurance billers and coders are not limited to the following venues but may work in physicians' offices, ambulatory centers, emergency rooms and insurance companies.
Is it true that medical billers can work from home?As mentioned above, there are a bunch of scams that advertise medical billing jobs where you can work at home. It's actually very difficult to work at home - especially when you're just getting started. Working at home requires a solid client base that takes years of experience working in this field. If you plan on working as a medical biller, don't have your hopes too high on working at home because that's very rare.
How much do medical billing clerks earn?Education, experience and industry certification play a big role in how much a medical insurance biller or coder earns.
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, as of May 2010 the median annual wage for medical records and health information technicians was $32,350. The lowest 10 percent earned less than $21,240, and the highest 10 percent earned more than $53,430.*
What are some other jobs medical billers can do?The training received from a medical insurance billing and coding course may give you the skills to work in bookkeeping or payroll or as an accounting clerk or medical administrative assistant. This will, of course, vary depending on your education and experience.
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Where do medical billing and coding specialists work?Medical insurance billers and coders are not limited to the following venues but may work in physicians' offices, ambulatory centers, emergency rooms and insurance companies.
Is it true that medical billers can work from home?As mentioned above, there are a bunch of scams that advertise medical billing jobs where you can work at home. It's actually very difficult to work at home - especially when you're just getting started. Working at home requires a solid client base that takes years of experience working in this field. If you plan on working as a medical biller, don't have your hopes too high on working at home because that's very rare.
How much do medical billing clerks earn?Education, experience and industry certification play a big role in how much a medical insurance biller or coder earns.
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, as of May 2010 the median annual wage for medical records and health information technicians was $32,350. The lowest 10 percent earned less than $21,240, and the highest 10 percent earned more than $53,430.*
What are some other jobs medical billers can do?The training received from a medical insurance billing and coding course may give you the skills to work in bookkeeping or payroll or as an accounting clerk or medical administrative assistant. This will, of course, vary depending on your education and experience.
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certification
What is the standard certification for an individual just beginning in the industry?While there are several types of credentials that an individual can become certified in, the Certified Professional Coder (CPC) and the Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) are popular choices.
AAPC
Sample questions for the CPC exam
AAPC
Sample questions for the CPC exam