Wiki Medical billing or coding??

[cindysaylor]

I am wanting to go into the field. I'm wondering if, particularly with the implementation of the new coding program and more computerized coding, if the medical billing field would be more sound for my future?

 

[Shalonda]

Both are equally important. I am the Supervisor of the Coding & Billing Department and I can do both. I firmly believe that Coders will always be needed. Computers and computer systems can do a lot; however they are fallible.
Relying solely on an EMR or EHR to code is not smart for any practice.
Good luck with whichever you choose!