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Well, close but in a way, they can be the same. They are both high in demand. Medical billers work in doctors' offices, clinics, and hospitals. It is possible for a medical biller to work at home as well.Every service (test, office visit, injection, surgical procedure, etc.) in the provision of medical care has a numeric code associated with it designed to describe to payers or reviewers (and for statistics) what the procedure was without writing it out. These codes are called CPT (Current Procedural Terminology). The reason the service(s) are provided uses another set of codes, diagnostic numbers called IDC (International Disease Codes). A coder uses these two sets of codes employing maybe 10 numbers to describe what is wrong with and what was for the patient. Medical coders and billers are in high demand. According to the Government's Occupational Outlook Handbook, this career choice is expected to grow by 20% through 2018! This means that medical coding and billing is a stable career choice. Medical records technicians make between $40,000 to $50,000 a year with some making much more than this. You can also do both of them. You can get your own CBCS certification.
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Are medical coding and medical billing the same job?
No. They are completely different
Can Medical Billing and Coding be done from home?
Yes it can be done from home but medical billing and coding requires at least an associate degree for medical coding and billing. Most people that do medical billing and coding started working in a medical office and then shifted their job to a work at home position.
What is the difference between Healthcare billing and coding and Medical billing and coding?
They mean the same thing, healthcare billing and coding is just a bigger word for the career. So if you are entering college or applying for a job it is indeed the same thing.
Where can one find more information on medical billing and coding?
You can find more information on medical billing and coding on this site : http://www.everest.edu/programs/category/medical-insurance-billing-and-coding.
Is a medical billing and coding certification class useful?
Medical billing and coding is an important field these days. Most colleges and community colleges offer programs in medical assistance, which include medical billing and coding.
What is the average starting salary for a medical billing and coding job?
The average salary for medical billing and coding is $28000.
where can i buy a medical billing or coding test?
Medical billing or coding tests are available online. Even some videos are available for the same. You can take them and be more prepared to face the real examination.
How does medical billing and coding relate to sociology?
how does sociology and psychology relate to medicl billing and coding
Where can I find info about medical billing and coding?
Medical billing and coding associates are the people you want to talk to. They can set you up with a course that fits your schedule and get you coding in no time.
Can you write me a thesis statement on medical code and billing?
The new coding in the medical billing process.
If you are going into the medical coding/billing field, what billing programs might you use when you get a job?
There are hundreds of programs used in the medical coding/billing field. A few of the most used programs are: PA Medical Billing Software, MedLook, EZClaim, and MedicsElite.
How much do Medical Billing and Coding jobs pay?
Although the salaries for a Medical Billing and Coding position, the basic range should be somewhat the same from state to state. I have found that they range from about $30,000 up to about $72,000 depending on the position and responsibility.
