pmcsain
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I just want to remind fellow CPC-A that it is possible to find experience. I became certified in November 2012 and now start an externship this week. I applied for every position available; an auditor, biller, receptionist, clerk, you name it. I also called the hospitals with 25 miles from me and asked to speak to the medical records manager and informed them I wanted to shadow a coder. (fyi you may have to call multiple times to speak with someone). Of course they all wanted experience and I don't blame them.
I finally found a facilty through AAPC to start the externship. I said I was wanted to learn everything I could about the office and they are going to have me do everything, including coding. After a month I'll start paid part time receptionist work soooo I have to start somewhere.
My point is that don't give up in your search. Don't just try big companies, try your local doctors office. If you don't hear anything contact them again, try to send your resume through a fax if possible. I know it is hard but I just wanted to post this because when I was searching, posts like this would encourage me. Good Luck!
I finally found a facilty through AAPC to start the externship. I said I was wanted to learn everything I could about the office and they are going to have me do everything, including coding. After a month I'll start paid part time receptionist work soooo I have to start somewhere.
My point is that don't give up in your search. Don't just try big companies, try your local doctors office. If you don't hear anything contact them again, try to send your resume through a fax if possible. I know it is hard but I just wanted to post this because when I was searching, posts like this would encourage me. Good Luck!