How to Become a Medical Coder

Medical coding is the lifeblood of all effective practices and facilities. Licensed medical coders need to have a mutual understanding of anatomy and physiology, the disease process, and clinical procedures in order to use the proper codes that make up health records, claims, and the business side of medicine.

In this complimentary webinar, we will talk about:
Function of a medical coder
Skills required
Job market for coders
Actions for training and accreditation

■ CPT, HCPCS Level II & ICD-10 CM (1: 17).

■ ICD-10 PCS (2: 05).

■ What a medical record looks like (2: 59).

■ Different coding certifications (3: 37).

■ Qualities of an exceptional coder (5: 44).

■ How to get going, benefits of AAPC membership, courses provided by AAPC & effectively pass a coding accreditation examination acknowledged by employers (9: 19).
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■ Complete an externship for real world experience (12: 50).

■ Become AAPC member, get connected with a local chapter in your geographical area & utilize the networking opportunities with coders in your regional chapter for job potential customers (13: 45).

■ AAPC Task Center (14: 40).

■ AAPC Accreditation Preparation Options (15: 18).

■ Contact Career Counselor at AAPC (17: 48).

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