What is the easiest type of medical coding?

True Blue. I would say mental health in an outpatient office is the easiest to code and to bill. A psychologist will see one patient every hour, almost all of those will be the same CPT code, and the diagnosis code doesn’t usually change.

Can you start your own medical coding business?

Whether you have medical billing and coding credentials or you’re working to achieve them, you have the chance to start an independent or at-home business. You can also start a company by hiring and building a team of professional billers.

How long does it take to get certified in medical coding?

Getting certified as a medical coder can take as little as nine months to one year at a community college. Most medical coders go on to get an Associate’s in medical coding and billing in a two year stint, also at a community college.

What jobs can you get with medical coding?

There are many different jobs you can get if you are a certified medical coder. These include inpatient hospital coding, outpatient facility coding, ambulatory surgery coding, physician professional fee coding which includes coding for all types of specialties and any service provided by a physician or ancillary staff.

What are the best certifications for medical coding?

A general certification is the best place to start as a new medical coder. The AAPC’s Certified Professional Coder (CPC) exam remains the most popular certification in the field. The American Association of Professional Coders recommends that all persons interested in the CPC exam have an associate degree.

What courses are required for medical coding?

Common courses in a certificate or associate’s degree program in health information technology include medical record coding, medical coding systems, medical terminology and anatomy. Courses familiarize potential medical coders with codes and their creation, making them more effective on the job.