maryspectra13
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I'm a current student of a medical coding program and looking for any and all advice on 1) the CPC certification exam and 2) finding work with NO coding experience.
I have a B.S. in chemistry/biology, but life took a turn and here I am in coding. I know health care is my calling, but not so much the patient care (make sense?). I plan to take the CPC exam this summer, and I am currently completing a virtual practicum for coding using the CPC certification study guide. I also plan to purchase the 3 practice exams offered on the website.
My previous intention of becoming a provider versus a supportive role is why I have no experience in real life medical coding. In most situations the first question is "what's your experience in medical coding?" which I have to answer none. I have considered calling my primary care provider and/or chiropractor to ask if I could "shadow" the person responsible for coding for a day or more. Though I'm not sure the liability that lies within such a request. Any advice to help convince them that I will exercise the highest level of confidentiality?
If anyone has resources and/or networking advice please let me know! I appreciate your time!
I have a B.S. in chemistry/biology, but life took a turn and here I am in coding. I know health care is my calling, but not so much the patient care (make sense?). I plan to take the CPC exam this summer, and I am currently completing a virtual practicum for coding using the CPC certification study guide. I also plan to purchase the 3 practice exams offered on the website.
My previous intention of becoming a provider versus a supportive role is why I have no experience in real life medical coding. In most situations the first question is "what's your experience in medical coding?" which I have to answer none. I have considered calling my primary care provider and/or chiropractor to ask if I could "shadow" the person responsible for coding for a day or more. Though I'm not sure the liability that lies within such a request. Any advice to help convince them that I will exercise the highest level of confidentiality?
If anyone has resources and/or networking advice please let me know! I appreciate your time!