Hello everyone,
I’m reaching out to share my experience and get some insights from the community. I recently earned my CPC-A certification, and like many new coders, I’m finding it incredibly challenging to secure a job in medical coding without direct experience.
I know this topic has been discussed ad nauseam, and there's a reason for it—it's a significant hurdle that many of us face. I’ve followed the common advice to seek other roles in the revenue cycle (such as front desk, medical receptionist, patient access, prior authorization, medical billing, etc.) to get my foot in the door. However, I’m running into the same roadblock—these positions also require direct experience, and my applications are being rejected.
I’ve had my resume professionally revised to emphasize my medical coding skills and transferable skills. I’m currently in the field of mental health and am making a career transition to medical coding. My resume even includes some coding and billing experience, yet I’m still struggling to break into the field. I’ve joined my local AAPC chapter, participated in Facebook groups, and updated my LinkedIn to network with professionals in the field. Unfortunately, despite these efforts, I’m still facing the same issue of not being able to break into the field.
What other strategies or advice do you have for someone in my situation?
Thank you for any guidance you can offer.
I’m reaching out to share my experience and get some insights from the community. I recently earned my CPC-A certification, and like many new coders, I’m finding it incredibly challenging to secure a job in medical coding without direct experience.
I know this topic has been discussed ad nauseam, and there's a reason for it—it's a significant hurdle that many of us face. I’ve followed the common advice to seek other roles in the revenue cycle (such as front desk, medical receptionist, patient access, prior authorization, medical billing, etc.) to get my foot in the door. However, I’m running into the same roadblock—these positions also require direct experience, and my applications are being rejected.
I’ve had my resume professionally revised to emphasize my medical coding skills and transferable skills. I’m currently in the field of mental health and am making a career transition to medical coding. My resume even includes some coding and billing experience, yet I’m still struggling to break into the field. I’ve joined my local AAPC chapter, participated in Facebook groups, and updated my LinkedIn to network with professionals in the field. Unfortunately, despite these efforts, I’m still facing the same issue of not being able to break into the field.
What other strategies or advice do you have for someone in my situation?
Thank you for any guidance you can offer.
