So I get a lot of questions about removing the "A" status from the CPC certification. The A stands for "Apprentice Status" and that basically means that you have no experience yet. So essentially, if you just passed your CPC exam, and you don't have any experience, you now are a CPC-A. But what… Continue reading Removal of “A” status from CPC-A
Tag: beginner medical coder
Starting a Podcast
So, this isn't my usual kind of post, but I just have some exciting news that I wanted to share with you guys. Midnight Medical Coding is starting a podcast 🙂 It will obviously be about medical coding and it will be geared towards new coders and people interested in learning more about medical coding.… Continue reading Starting a Podcast
Medical Coding Certifications
So a question that I get sometimes (especially during one of my Tiktok Lives) is about the different medical coding certifications. Now this is a lot to explain, but if you are someone who's looking to get into the field and has not taken a coding course yet--please be sure that whatever course you take… Continue reading Medical Coding Certifications
Highlighting the CPT book
So one thing that I always tell my students to do, is to take the time to highlight the CPT book. Sounds easy as 123. But is it? Let's talk about it. Say what you will, but the CPT is a big book. There is just a lot of info in there. Bear in mind,… Continue reading Highlighting the CPT book
3 Common Traits of Medical Coders
So, you’re thinking about changing careers and becoming a medical coder. That’s awesome! But you might be wondering if it’ll be a good fit for you—so let’s talk about that for a minute. There are a few common traits that most medical coders have. Now this isn’t a complete list and obviously there are exceptions.… Continue reading 3 Common Traits of Medical Coders
Medical Coding Training Course
My next medical coding training course will start on August 8th. This is a 16 week program to prepare you to take the CPC exam from AAPC. My course includes live instruction (there's one Zoom meeting per week) and this is extremely beneficial to students and what makes my program stand apart from others. Here… Continue reading Medical Coding Training Course
Do you have to memorize codes in medical coding?
Many people ask me if you have to memorize codes in medical coding, and the good news is, you do not 🙂 There are thousands of codes and that's something that is not possible anyway. Want to watch a quick video instead? See below: https://youtube.com/shorts/urJZ0p-3gG0?feature=share I do recommend that coders (especially new coders) highlight… Continue reading Do you have to memorize codes in medical coding?
6 Days Left To Register For My Medical Coding Course
Are you thinking about taking a medical coding course? I know it can be a difficult decision--there are many schools and programs to choose from. But let me ask you a question--what is holding you back from signing up? Do you think it will be too hard to learn? Are you too busy with other… Continue reading 6 Days Left To Register For My Medical Coding Course
Medical Coding Training Course Info
Ok so here is the thing. It can feel a little scary to sign up for a Medical Coding Course. It is a big decision that can potentially affect the rest of your life, or at the very least, the rest of your career. I remember back in the day when I first thought about… Continue reading Medical Coding Training Course Info
Medical Coding Training Course
I'm happy to announce that I'm now offering a full medical coding training course! This course will prepare you to take the CPC exam from AAPC. The course is 16 weeks long and will include 1 live meeting per week through Zoom. I really think the live instruction component is very important. Medical coding is… Continue reading Medical Coding Training Course