Medical Billing and Coding Blog

Hello, my name is Kristy. I have ten years of experience working in the medical billing and coding fields.

It is my goal to help inform and educate individuals who are interrested in a career in either of these two fields.

Below you will find information on career options, salaries, educational requirements, and more.

Dec 08, 2017

CPC Exam

The CPC exam explained in full detail, including: How the test is laid out, graded, what areas the exam focuses of, cpc exam sample quesitons, and more.

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Sep 14, 2012

ICD-9-CM Codes 2012

Full list of all 2012 ICD-9-CM diagnosis codes, along with some basics on how to apply them.

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Jun 28, 2012

Thank You For Advertising With Us

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Jun 19, 2012

Medical Terminology Abbreviations

Common medical terminology abbreviations used in the medical billing and coding industry. Letters B through D.

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Jun 19, 2012

Medical Terminology Abbreviations

Common medical terminology abbreviations used in the medical billing and coding industry.

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Jun 01, 2012

Remote Medical Coding Jobs

Find legitimate remote medical coding jobs and companies that hire telecommuters in the medical coding field. Also, learn more about independent contracting and other medical coding careers.

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May 30, 2012

CPC Practice Exam Affiliate Tools

Affiliate tools to help promote the 150 question cpc practice exam created to mirror the actual AAPC cpc exam.

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May 25, 2012

Medical Coding Certification

Medical coding certification and credential types listed and explained. Learn what credentials are the industry standard, who offers them, and how to become certified.

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May 25, 2012

Medical Billing and Coding

A complete explanation of medical billing and coding, educational resources, tools, and links. Find answers to your coding and billing questions, network, earn CEUs, and more. CPC practice exam questions.

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May 23, 2012

Certified Professional Coder (CPC)

The Certified Professional Coder (CPC) credential offered by the AAPC: Learn what is is, how to obtain it, and what type of career options it offers.

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May 21, 2012

Certified Interventional Radiology Cardiovascular Coder (CIRCC)

The Certified Interventional Radiology Cardiovascular Coder credential offered by the AAPC: Learn what is is, how to obtain it, and what type of career options it offers.

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May 21, 2012

Certified Family Practice Coder

The Certified Family Practice Coder credential offered by the AAPC: Learn what is is, how to obtain it, and what type of career options it offers.

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May 21, 2012

Certified Evaluation and Management Coder

The Certified Evaluation and Management Coder credential offered by the AAPC: Learn what is is, how to obtain it, and what type of career options it offers.

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May 21, 2012

Certified Emergency Department Coder

The Certified Emergency Department Coder credential offered by the AAPC: Learn what is is, how to obtain it, and what type of career options it offers.

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May 21, 2012

Certified Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery Coder

The Certified Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery Coder credential offered by the AAPC: Learn what is is, how to obtain it, and what type of career options it offers.

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