MEDICAL CODING JOBS - USE YOUR CODER SKILLS IN THESE POSITIONS - What to look for in alternate jobs

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[@celinasaingan7808]

I'm going to cry. You uploaded this right after I burnt myself out on three hours of trying to figure out how to get my foot in the door lmao 🙃😅

[@ScullyPop]

I highly recommend this channel. Victoria has a wealth of knowledge.

[@ContempoCoding]

Thank you, Scully, for your support!

[@sarahrr75]

Was literally just talking to another friend about writing an article for Healthcare Business Monthly and *boom* you uploaded this! I appreciate the advice.

[@ContempoCoding]

They need writers all the time. The editors are absolute wizards, too. They make the formatting and everything so perfect!

[@sarahrr75]

@@ContempoCoding I emailed my supervisor to see if I needed permission from my employer first. Hopefully will get the go ahead! Thanks Victoria!

[@alphacodingexperts1837]

Every coding professional needs to watch this video! Thanks for the shoutout 😁

[@ContempoCoding]

You bet!

[@JustNel]

Passed CPC in Feb. Applying everywhere and decided to do the first tip in this video in getting a foot in the door and noticed an up tick in communication from employers. Initially I stumbled on obtaining auth for outpatient procedures. Then I was doing charge entry in a wound care clinic and as well realized that certain codes get approved for certain charges and now I work along side the rev cycle team to review denials. I have more experience than entry level positions but have not had luck I'm getting hired yet

[@MsVon-pg6oy]

So much amazing advice! I will start looking for other positions.

[@shadowarhi558]

I’ve been binge watching your videos and so much helpful information. I’ve got a chance to job shadow a medical coder and it was a great experience to see what they did daily. Right now I just do scheduling and administration work for a health community center but have learned along the way how to use different systems like epic and nextgen. I Plan to getting a certification but don’t know if I want the dual coding and billing certification or regular CPC or the auditing. I got a lot of exploring to do 😊

[@NancyZackery]

Great video!! Thank you so much!

[@margaret6935]

I applied to over 40 companies in two weeks and nothing, thanks to you I’m gonna start looking for other job just to be close to my coding career

[@melh1030]

Thank you so much for making this video!

[@ContempoCoding]

Glad it was helpful!

[@miahovinga7158]

Hi Victoria! I've been binging your videos! You have such great info & insight into this field. I'm currently an RN. I've been working at the bedside for 2 years and I'm realizing it just isn't for me. Looking into coding as a career change. Do you have any knowledge of how difficult it is for an RN to get an entry level coding position?? I also have 4+ years experience as a pharmacy tech and plan on getting my CPC very soon!

[@paulaneary7877]

Victoria, I love your channel. You mentioned a "medical coding support role" or a "medical coding assistant" roll and I am very intrigued. I just finished a medical coding course and I am a bit overwhelmed with the info. I entered this field "cold turkey" no experience. I find it very interesting and am definitely going to pursue a career. QUESTION: what could be some responsibilities of a "coding support" role or a "coding assistant"? I would like to start with something like that and add responsibilities gradually. What would this type of position be called perhaps on a job site? Thanks for the video.

[@ContempoCoding]

In one of my jobs we used coding support to review coding edits in the system. So if it hit an edit that maybe needed a modifier added, the coding support person would review and see what modifier needed to be added. They would also look at simple cases that often providers tended to code incorrectly like laceration repairs or lesions. Some organisations use their support roles to assist with running reports and pulling records.

[@paulaneary7877]

@@ContempoCoding Thanks for answering! Pulling records and running reports may seem boring to others, seems like a dream job to me! Thanks for getting me excited about my future again!

[@jillstephens4055]

Jobs require experience in EMR and coding software. What are your thoughts on getting experience with records and software used for coding?

[@sammiehar4993]

I just received my certified coding associate certificate through a community College program I am facing the issue of being turned down for lack of experience but still wanting my foot in the door the plan was to find employment but it is seemingly impossible right now

[@dyanswill]

THANK YOU for these videos...they are life saving and I hang on every word.....This is a current job listing in my town, does this look like it would be a good foot in door job for newly certified CPC coder who wants to be a remote coder eventually? Im really struggling to find a job out here in Sacramento. ASSISTANT MEDICAL BILLING SPECIALIST JOB LISTING: Position Purpose: Perform all activities related to collections • Verify insurance eligibility for services provided • Verify insurance eligibility for all accounts with questionable status or billing addresses • Perform price negotiations and discounts related to collections • Identify patient resources pertaining to reimbursement • Inform patients of financial responsibilities as stated by the insurance company • Review and audit accounts from aging reports for missing payments • Collect reimbursement for billed and aged accounts • Process daily correspondence to successfully appeal third-party carriers • Document all pertinent communication with patient, physician, insurance company as it may relate to collection procedures • Submit adjustments to account receivable register • Correct errors, reimbursements for accounts, and resolve billing issues Education/Experience: • High school diploma or equivalent. • 2+ years of medical billing or collections experience. • Strong oral and written communication skills. Job Type: Contract | Pay rate: $17.00/hour

[@ContempoCoding]

That would be a great job to apply for!

[@jasen1971]

I just started the AAPC CPC Program. My background is in EMS and was looking to transition into a "less physical" field. I am actually realizing that my Medical Terminology and A&P are really lacking. Very discouraging. I've already paid for the course and am definitely concerned that I may have overestimated my preparedness for this venture. Any advice? Thanks. Love your videos

[@tracyg7469]

You would be surprised how much med term and A&P you know just from being around it in your job. I come from a Pharmacy background and I was very surprised how many things I was familiar with just because I dealt with medications.

[@liveitup970]

Can we get a part time entry level job in this field?

[@ericajones6642]

I graduate in 2 1/2 months and now I'm second guessing my education.

[@MK-ir1fk]

Would you recommend any online course? We have been looking for a course for my wife?

[@thatpositiveb]

I have 13 years of experience in HCC coding with a pretty stellar resume CPC and CRC but I've been a temp for 2 years now. I can't find a full time permanent position and I don't understand why.

[@thatpositiveb]

Like I'm about to walk away from a 13 year career because of this. 😭😭😭

[@sculder85]

I hope someday to be working at Tower Health. I was told it's tough getting a job in there.

[@ContempoCoding]

Wouldn't surprise me. Sometimes there's not a lot of movement hence no open spots!

[@sculder85]

@@ContempoCoding That tells me the jobs are that good and people don't want to leave and of course the great pay and great benefits.

[@lauraluke2619]

Do you have to have a CPB to be in billing? would having a CPC-A be enough? I'm trying to think of job options that can get my foot in the door that still practice my new skill set in coding

[@waterdog9500]

Can I get one of these jobs with no experience before I go for a coding certification?

[@elizabethlong6290]

Hello, Victoria. Do you offer an unpaid internship virtually?

[@ContempoCoding]

No, I'm just a KZbinr.

[@helvis7336]

what the hell did i get my self into when i went to get my certification.... 😭

[@ContempoCoding]

If you hadn't gone for your certification, where would you be now? What would your situation look like?

[@joannlamothe6640]

What do you do if you find this isn't for you after you have tried it for a couple of years?

[@ContempoCoding]

Find a job that is for you.

[@joannlamothe6640]

@@ContempoCoding do you find that coding a different specialty makes a difference or is it basically all the same?

[@joannlamothe6640]

@@ContempoCoding What I am wondering is what other positions in this field could I do to use my skills?

[@janicemartinez9896]

Hi Victoria, I just found your channel today, you are awesome!! I have a question about charge entry... is that the same as charge capture? I actually have 2 credentials, CPC (2019) and CRC (2020), but so far my experience is school and the AAPC Practicode. I have an interview tomorrow with a manager and supervisor for a charge capture specialist position (100% remote) that I applied for a few weeks ago. I have made it very clear that I have no experience in this particular position or in coding, but I have told myself on the fact that I have been a medical transcriptionist for 21 years, working remotely from home, my credentials and the terminology, anatomy/physiology, HCPCS, CPT, ICD-10 (which were all requirements for the position). Just curious if you think someone in my position would be able to do a charge capture position. :-) Thank you!