Worth it to take a Medical Billing and Coding course?

First off, with anything that is new, it is difficult at first. You learn the basics that are the building blocks to the more advanced. You will not be expected to know everything right away (however, a 3 month program is pretty fast!)

Secondly, I don't know what school you are attending, but I would suggest NOT sitting for the CBCS certification, employers do not recognize it, and it will be a waste of your time. I would suggest ONLY sitting for certications that are through either AAPC or AHIMA. they are the only nationally recognized coding organizations.

Thirdly, pay. Pay varies a few different things, such as location, size of the employer and your experience. But generally, most entry level coders (who have 1-2 years of coding experience) start out around $13-15 an hour, once you gain more experience, the pay goes up to around $16-20 an hour and increases with more experience and credentials, to around $25-35.

So the pay is pretty good, but, this field has become oversaturated quickly. Everyone who was laid off has been drawn to healthcare for its stability and especially to coding because of the high pay and short programs. It can be difficult to find that first job, but if you start out doing something entry level, such as account follow up, charge entry, insurance verification, etc. Something to get your foot in the door and gain experience, you can move up to a coding job. Once you have experience, there are plenty of jobs available (there is actually a shortage of experienced coders), but its getting that experience that can be difficult.

This really is a great field. I love my job and the flexibility of being able to work from home.

You can email me if you have other questions.

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Worth it to take a Medical Billing and Coding course?

I have a business degree, but haven't been able to find a full time job. At my local community college, they are offering a course in Medical Billing and Coding. After completing the course, I have to sit for the National Healthcareers Association's Certified Billing and Coding Specialist...

Hi there.. Let me tell you that im doing the course of Medical Billing in USCI... and let me tell you that the lessons are awsome... They are easy and when you have any question or problem you just call and they will help you... If they don't answer the phone just leave a message and at maximum a hour latter they are calling you back to attend you... =) I haven't graduated yet, but until now I'm very satisfied about the course. You should try it. its great... Any way if you don't like it at the first course, well just tell them you don't want it any more and they refund you the money... ( before asking for refound you shouldn't summit any quiz) The quizes are open book, and they are multiple choice, maching and very rare compliting statements .. super easy... =D And if you dont want to mail them, just log in the website with your student ID and up load the answers of you quizes there, and you'll be able to see you results intantly, you GPA ... Now what do you think? Any questions just answer me back.. Good luck in the course Angelle

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