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
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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
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
What books do you need to learn medical coding?
So I had someone reach out to me and ask what books I recommend to learn medical coding. Keep in mind that this person is doing self-teaching. So that means that they are not taking an actual coding course. They do not have a program that they are following. I think it would be difficult… Continue reading What books do you need to learn medical coding?
Coding Tutorial: Find the ICD-10-CM code for sprained ankle
Here is a quick video showing how to find the ICD-10-CM code for sprained ankle- Here are the steps: Go to S in the Index Read down the page until you find the word sprain Underneath that there are different choices based on the ligament. In this example, we looked at the code for sprain… Continue reading Coding Tutorial: Find the ICD-10-CM code for sprained ankle
Practice ICD-10-CM coding question
One thing I've realized since I started teaching coding, is that many people struggle with the coding guidelines. I don't know if it's just that people don't like studying the guidelines or maybe they're just not sure how important it is to be familiar with the guidelines in order to be a good coder. Or… Continue reading Practice ICD-10-CM coding question
June Medical Coding Study Groups
The June medical coding study groups are now available for sign up! Each session focuses on ICD-10-CM coding questions that are true/false and fill in the blank. Each session is 90 minutes and we meet through Zoom. These are for you if: You are currently enrolled in a medical coding course and would like extra coding practice with… Continue reading June Medical Coding Study Groups