shellysk8
Networker
Hi All,
I have been in medical coding and billing for 20+ years, had my CPC since 2005. I took that exam without any practice exams or training course and passed the first time. I am now exploring other certifications, hoping to get another one or two prior to ICD-10. I currently work as the Chargemaster Coordinator at a major pediatric hospital. There is a Coding Supervisor position opening up soon for our employed physicians, and I am seriously considering moving back to the professional coding side of things. I am more comfortable there than on the facility billing side. I was thinking the CPPM may be a good option for me. I have a very good working knowledge of the entire revenue cycle and the regulations - HIPAA, HITECH, etc. I also have a Masters degree in Public Administration - Health Services. Do you think a practice exam would be sufficient or do I need the coursework also?
Thanks in Advance,
Shelly
I have been in medical coding and billing for 20+ years, had my CPC since 2005. I took that exam without any practice exams or training course and passed the first time. I am now exploring other certifications, hoping to get another one or two prior to ICD-10. I currently work as the Chargemaster Coordinator at a major pediatric hospital. There is a Coding Supervisor position opening up soon for our employed physicians, and I am seriously considering moving back to the professional coding side of things. I am more comfortable there than on the facility billing side. I was thinking the CPPM may be a good option for me. I have a very good working knowledge of the entire revenue cycle and the regulations - HIPAA, HITECH, etc. I also have a Masters degree in Public Administration - Health Services. Do you think a practice exam would be sufficient or do I need the coursework also?
Thanks in Advance,
Shelly