How to Get Started in Medical Coding
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- October 23rd 2023
Medical Coding Online Course. Looking to start a career in medical coding? We answer common questions on how to break into this exciting industry.
Get actionable tips from coding experts on the basics of getting started, like networking with professionals, building on existing skills, and choosing the right educational program. Learn about various coding credentials, the skills needed to succeed, expected job duties, and more.
Whether you’re switching careers or just starting out, this info-packed episode has motivational advice and key insights to launch your medical coding journey. We’ll explain the typical day-to-day and work settings so you can decide if it’s a good career fit.
Join us for real talk on how to gain resilience, take feedback, and problem solve – critical abilities for aspiring coders. Plus, find out why a positive attitude is crucial in this fast-paced, detail-oriented field.
Medical coding offers great earning potential with minimal education requirements. Get pumped up to start your training after hearing this pep talk style episode!
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CCO.us Podcast | Medical Coding, Billing, Auditing & Risk Adjustment
Welcome to the CCO.us Podcast, the podcast that peels back the layers of Medical Coding, Billing, Auditing and Risk Adjustment. In this ongoing series, we'll dive into the intricacies of medical coding with the guidance of one of the industry's most esteemed experts, Alicia Scott, CPC, CPC-I, CRC.
Alicia Scott is a renowned figure in the world of medical coding and billing. With an impressive background as a medical records abstractor, analyst, risk adjustment auditor, and consultant, Alicia has established herself as a subject matter expert and coach. Today, she holds the position of Director of Education at CCO.us, a leading platform offering education in the Medical Coding, Billing, Auditing and Risk Adjustment field, where aspiring professionals attain essential certifications such as the CPC®, CRC, CPB® and more.
Over the past five years, Alicia has focused her expertise on provider education, bridging the gap between healthcare providers and the often complex world of medical coding, specifically navigating the challenges of the ICD-10 code set and Clinical Documentation Improvement (CDI). Her mission has been to alleviate the frustration experienced by providers and cultivate a strong, collaborative relationship between them and the coders who translate their work into accurate coding.
Throughout this podcast series, Alicia will draw upon her extensive knowledge and teaching experience at CCO.us, sharing invaluable insights on analyzing medical records for accuracy and completeness, conducting precise coding activities, and addressing common errors and issues that arise in the field.
Discover how CCO.us and Alicia Scott are revolutionizing the landscape of medical coding education. Subscribe now to the CCO.us Podcast and embark on a journey towards mastering medical coding with the guidance of a true industry luminary. Don't miss a single episode!
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