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    Wiki Should I take another certification?

    Hello all, I won't lie, I've become pretty frustrated with AAPC and while I won't say they are a scam they do come off as money hungry to this point. I worked hard to try and change careers passing both CPC and CPB classes and certifications and still no one will give my resume a second...
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    Wiki Cpc-a

    Can anyone tell me if the "A" will fall off automatically after having your certification for so long?
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    Wiki Hands on learner, looking for help.

    Good afternoon everyone, I recently graduated from Penn Foster Medical Billing and Coding program and was wondering if their is any hands resources available. I want to start practicing to get certified, but I am more of a hands on learner when it comes to things. I currently work as an...
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    Wiki Looking for CPC Study Guide - used

    Does anyone have a book to borrow or buy used for the CPC test?? I live in NE Atlanta and I am looking to take the test in late March early April.
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    Wiki Trying to sell Certification Study Guide

    Trying to sell 2017 Certification Study Guide Hi! Not sure if this is the right place to post this. I have an official CPC Certification Study Guide. I've decided not to get the certification and I would really like for it to go to someone who could use it. It is in excellent condition. Some...
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    Wiki Request for guidance

    Dear AAPC Medical Coding Forum, I am 43 years-old with a chronic health condition and began a Medical Coding Certificate Program through my local community college last spring. So far, I have completed Medical Terminology, Pharmacology, Human Anatomy & Physiology, and this semester I am...
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    Wiki Pre-Employment Testing

    Has any one ever applied for a coding position with MModal or any other company that requires one of these tests? I've been in the same position the past 12 years and am looking to make a leap. They want me to take a test and I may be a little rusty since I've only done what my job has...
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    Wiki Orthopaedics Coding Education Needed

    I'm looking for suggestions for education (courses, webinars, etc.) to learn orthopaedic coding/billing. I see that AAPC has some information, but it looks like it is all geared towards earning a specialty certification as opposed to learning about the topic. Thanks in advance for any links...
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    Wiki Inpatient Hospital Coder

    Is it possible to get an inpatient coding position with a CPC credential only? Would my chances be that much better with a CIC certification? I also have several years of physician coding experience.
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    Wiki General Coding Employment

    I am thinking of pursuing either an auditing certification or inpatient coding certification. I currently have my CPC and possess many years of experience in the coding/billing . I was wondering which certification offers more job opportunities and which has a better chance of eventually being...
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    Wiki Question regarding 2016 CPC Certification Exam .

    Based on the following statement on the CMS website, can anyone tell me if the 2016 CPC certification exam include questions regarding external causes of morbidity? "Similar to ICD-9-CM, there is no national requirement for mandatory ICD-10-CM external cause code reporting. Unless you are...
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    Wiki E/M Specialty Certification Question

    I am preparing to take the E/M Specialty Certification. On the list of approved manuals, along with the usual AMA CPT, ICD-10, HCPCS ll, I'm allowed to bring the '95 & '97 CMS DG's, audit worksheet & also: Optional References: One reference of your choice Does anyone have any suggestions on...
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    Experienced Coder for Addison, TX Location - AHIMA certification

    We are looking for an experienced Medical Coder or our Addison, TX location. It is preferred that you have your CPC or AHIMA certification. If you are interested, please email your resume to carlie.a.gil@questdiagnostics.com
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    Experienced Coder for Addison, TX Location

    Hello, We are looking for an experienced Medical Coder or our Addison, TX location. It is preferred that you have your CPC or AHIMA certification. If you are interested, please email your resume to carlie.a.gil@questdiagnostics.com
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    Wiki ICD-10 Certification Question

    I apologize if someone has already asked this question but I have noticed that anyone who had their coding certification prior to the implementation of ICD-10 was also required to get a separate ICD-10 certification. Is that still the case with those taking their coding ceritification exam in...
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    Wiki CPCO certification question

    Hi, I am CPC and wanted to take the CPCO Exam, can anyone offer any pointers?? What type of job was obtained after certification and average salary. Also, how hard was the test? Thank you kindly
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    Wiki CPC-A Michigan

    Hello I have an associates degree in Health Administration and have worked as a surgical scheduler for Urology for 7 years. Sherita Mitchell CPC-A domoniquem@sbcglobal.net
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    Wiki Coder needed for our West Hills, CA location

    Hello, We are looking for an experienced Medical Coder with a CPC or AHIMA certification for our West Hills, CA location. If you are interested, please email your resume to carlie.a.gil@questdiagnostics.com
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    Wiki Job opportunity- hannibal mo

    Medical Office Coder/Hospital Coder: E/M coding of physician professional services along with exposure to inpatient/outpatient coding. 1 year experience in coding preferred. Requirements: High School Diploma or GED. 1 year experience in health care organization. CPC OR CPC-A certification...
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    Wiki _seeking employment

    MAA-BCSC Certified I am a recent graduate of a medical billing and coding program in my area and am seeking employment as a remote medical coder and biller. I was trained on ICD-9, ICD-10, CPT and HCPCS codes. However, working in a doctor's office, outpatient facility, etc in any capacity in...
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    Wiki Looking for coders

    ADVOCATE Radiology Billing & Reimbursement Specialists is an innovative leader in the national radiology reimbursement and management sector of the US healthcare industry. Through our integrated family of solutions, we contribute outstanding technical insight with client-friendly services to...
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    Wiki How to get Experience?

    I will be finishing my coding courses within a month. How can I get a job as a coder when employers will only hire experienced coders? Please help!!!! Which certification is the best to obtain? Thanks! :)
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