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
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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 Terminology For Medical Coders Book
I've been teaching ICD-10-CM study groups for just about a year now and I've learned lots of things about my students. The first thing I've learned is that they are willing to put the time in. Almost all of my students attend all 4 sessions that I offer, which is great! They are also super-motivated.… Continue reading Medical Terminology For Medical Coders Book
What Happens if a Medical Coder Makes a Mistake?
What Happens if a Medical Coder Makes a Mistake?This was a question that I have come across a few times recently. Basically new coders (or people thinking of becoming a coder) are wondering this. I could see why this would be a concern. Medical coders are held to a very high standard both by ourselves… Continue reading What Happens if a Medical Coder Makes a Mistake?
How I Make the ICD-10-CM Book Tabs
Ok I'm sure you guys already know this, but the new ICD-10-CM Codes for 2023 went into effect a few days ago on October 1st. I've been making and selling the tabs since 2018, but I realized the other day that I never made a video showing the process. So here it is 🙂 To… Continue reading How I Make the ICD-10-CM Book Tabs
X-Ray Coding–A Walk-Through With Examples
If you're new to radiology coding, or just want to learn more about it, this is a good video for you to watch. It is a quick 5 minute tutorial where I go over the format of an x ray report and the elements that should be included. There is also a practice report in… Continue reading X-Ray Coding–A Walk-Through With Examples