I am passionate about working in the medical coding field. I initially used my science background to enter this profession. However, lately, I have been feeling a bit of difficulty in my job. I feel like I'm stuck with the same medical coding knowledge and I know there are many more opportunities for growth and advancement in this field.
The medical coding industry is a crucial part of the healthcare sector, functioning as the translator of medical services into standardized codes. Let's break down how it works and the roles of the key players:
How it Works🔴
1. Medical encounter: A healthcare provider (doctor, hospital) diagnoses and treats a patient.
2. Documentation: The provider dictates or writes notes about the encounter in the patient's medical record.
3. Coding: A medical coder translates the medical record into specific codes using established classification systems like ICD-10-CM (diagnoses) and CPT (procedures).
4. Billing: The codes are used to create a bill that is sent to the patient's insurance company.
5. Reimbursement: The insurance company reviews the codes and determines the amount they will reimburse the healthcare provider.
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Lead Intern at Absolute Medical Coding Institute
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