How to Become a Medical Coder

Medical coding is the lifeblood of all successful practices and facilities. Certified medical coders must have a good understanding of anatomy and physiology, the disease process, and clinical procedures in order to apply the correct codes that make up health records, claims, and the business side of medicine.

In this free webinar, we will discuss:
Role of a medical coder
Skills required
Job market for coders
Steps for training and certification

■ CPT, HCPCS Level II & ICD-10 CM (1:17)

■ ICD-10 PCS (2:05)

■ What a medical record looks like (2:59)

■ Different coding certifications (3:37)

■ Attributes of an exceptional coder (5:44)

■ How to get started, benefits of AAPC membership, courses offered by AAPC & successfully pass a coding certification exam recognized by employers (9:19)
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■ Complete an externship for real world experience (12:50)

■ Become AAPC member, get associated with a local chapter in your geographical area & utilize the networking opportunities with coders in your local chapter for job prospects (13:45)

■ AAPC Job Center (14:40)

■ AAPC Certification Preparation Options (15:18)

■ Contact Career Counselor at AAPC (17:48)