HOW MUCH DO MEDICAL CODERS MAKE | CHOOSING THE RIGHT CODING SPECIALITY
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I would tell any entry level coder to not just code for one specialty. Broadened your horizons early on in your career. Try and learn every specialty if you could. I coded ophthalmology for 25 plus years and then the pandemic hit and I end up getting laid off after 33 years, and now I’m navigating all these other specialties coding for an Ambulatory Surgical Center who does a lot of everything. Don’t limit or sell yourself short!!!
The pandemic opened a lot of jobs for pulmonology which provided my first opportunity just starting out but I agree with you, I would like to learn it all at a pcp or hospital? I’m already kind of tired of doing just one area of coding
good to know. Thanks :)
Really good to know, thank you.
I am starting on my degree next month. I’ve been studying medical terminology and anatomy so far. Also familiarize myself with coding and what to expect in reality. Stay at home parent here with three toddlers. Oldest is starting kindergarten this year as well.
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I code for urology/gynecology and I help out in 2 other departments (ob/gyn & gynecologic oncology). Been watching you since I graduated last year. I know you don’t do these types of vids anymore but from coder to coder, it’s nice to see another Black woman rockin it. ❤
Oh wow! Congrats to you entering into the coding field! I have some colleagues that help with uro/gyn as well. Today’s coding video would be super beneficial! Hope you get a chance to see it. 😉🩵
hi, Coder in progress is there any way you can reach out to me i feel like im missing so many steps and information
I appreciate your videos girl, you helped me make a final decision to head into this field as well as provide additional insight into what I need to prepare for and think about as I navigate through all the available directions I could go as a coder. Thank you!
Hi Brittany! Did you end up going into the field? Just wondering how it's going.
Thank you. That was pure gold. I'm going to be digging through all your coding vids.
New subbie here, I started MB&C in 2017 but didn’t finish and I regret it but I’m considering reapplying for the program online and finding your channel was all the confirmation I needed ❤️❤️
You resemble Erica Dixon sooo much! Thank you for all of the information 💙
Oh wow!! She’s my fav and gorgeous. 😍 Thank you 🤗
Yes, she really does...I kept saying it like she looks like Erica ..lol yes for real, & then I saw this comment. 😂
I love watching your channel! I am going into medical coding very soon and would LOVE to get into OB/GYN coding! I have a passion for it just like you!
Sis!! You're doing a great thing! I'm needing your expertise!
One of the most helpful and straightforward videos I've watched about what getting into medical coding is like. Thanks for sharing your experience!
You’re welcome! ☺️
I'm in the process of getting registered for classes and this just makes me even more excited!! Thank you for all your information!
I appreciate your advice. I love the question you posed "If I was a Physican what type of doctor would I be?" It really got me to thinking
without hesitation it would be a Cardiologist. I love, how, you weren't discouraged, you were delayed but not denied. Praise YHWH
I love all of your videos. They are to the point and so helpful. Thank you!!!
Good video ! I just started MBC program and I’m excited and anxious lol but I love the flexibility of this career.. 😁
I love your videos. Ive worked in the surgical dept for 4 years. Im studying for the cpc. Im 58.. working from home is starting to look good. I was looking at the general surg, and was thinking nuero, as a specialty.
I agree with the below comment. I finished school around 2016 and taught myself how to study for the credentials with the AHIMA study guide and a few other books. I have literally coded every area of outpatient. The VA hospitals are short staff on coders now and though it was hard to get in initially, now it isn’t as hard if you apply. There are over 600+ openings in the HIMS department. Many areas to be promoted to, coding can take you in various directions. For example, Informatics, CDI, Auditor, Lead Coder.
Also, because of the pandemic there are a lot of schools that are offering free tuition, especially in the medical field.
Staying in one area starting out, will make you a weak coder. If you decide to choose a specialty, do it after you get experience under your belt. It makes you more marketable, especially in this environment where there is a demand for coders.
Good video and i can tell that you love your job. Keep up with the value of what your credentials are worth because you can always do a counter offer for more money once you have experience.
These are great videos. I appreciate you sharing your experiences!
Great suggestion on how to choose a specialty. Having an interest in your specialty will definitely help you indulge in the curriculum
Yes your content is very informative I appreciate your time and experience with us .❤️😊
Oh my goodness I love all of your videos.
Thank you for this video. I am currently about to sign up for classes and I am super serious and excited. I never imagined working in the medical field. Great video 😊
Great info thank you just getting into billing and coding so your video caught my channel also I am definitely looking into getting the most out of this training by doing general surgery as well to learn more 😊 thanks for sharing your info
I just enrolled into medical billing and coding today. I’ve been in the medical field as a caregiver, CMA, and CNA. I always wanted to be a labor and delivery so its great I found this video! I never really thought billing and coding could get into specialties. How did you get your certification for the ObGYN and womens care specialty?
Hi, I code Hematology/Oncology, I’ve been in the medical field for over 20 years, but only in hem/oncology for 8 years. I love it!!
I am a single mom and would like to know how to learn this profession. If you have advice, insights and hourly pay rate. Thanks in advance.
I have my CPC-A as well as my CRC. I am focusing on getting rid of my "A". Then I am thinking I would like to get into Inpatient coding. Thanks for the info!
Thank you so much for sharing! I'm still trying to decide which specialty interests me.
Definitely thinking about choosing OBGYN as a specialty! Thanks for all your helpful info!
You’re welcome!
I absolutely love your videos. I’ve been coding for an ObGyn office for about 8 years. I have my CPC and started studying to take the test for the ObGyn credential.
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Interesting I Like That
How much do you make per hour if you don't mind my asking?
Shamyra I’ve been watching you a while now I like your content.
I have my CPC and CRC. I want to go for the CPMA next but if I had to choose a specialty it would be OB GYN hands down...Who knows what the future may bring. Thanks for sharing:)
Hi Felicia, what exactly is the CPMA????
@@miasullivan5064 AAPC , Auditor
Just asking for an update?
I think it’s important to note that the numbers are based on the average for that location and not the entry level
I think I want to go for Ob/Gyn coding.. I've always been fascinated with it as well. I take my cpc in December and I'm so excited yet very nervous lol. Starting out I will do whatever I can to get my foot in the door.
How did the cpc test go? Im finishing a program now.
I am about to be in my core classes. I have heard from quite a few people that's it's a hard program. Hoping to work for the government some day
Thanks for the info
I follow because I’m in an HIT program, aiming to become an RHIT in 2022. I am not really looking to code, BUT OB/GYN doesn’t sound bad.
New subbie and so glad that your videos came on my timeline. As yourself, I started entering codes for live births and gyno visits back in 2015. Fast forward to 2022, I obtained my Medical and Coding certificate. A few months later, I was hired for a Non-credential coder at my local hospital for the pregnancy clinic. I love coding pregnancies. Once I pass the CPC, I desire to get a speciality in OBGYN. Anywho, much love ❤
Wow, that’s awesome! I’m glad you’re loving OB it’s such a fun thing to code because as a woman you know what they’re talking about in the documentation. 😂 The thing I dislike is having to deal with insurances. Lol
Best of luck when you take your exam 🤍
sound really great I am interested in this now.
I am about to start my classes for coding & billing. Im nervous because i know absolutely nothing about it. I decided on this because I hope eventually to get a remote job. My labor went terrible & they told me to wait mynturn in line for a c section that 4 girls was ahead of me.. My daughter was stuck in the birth canal near 5hrs, when we both was in distress all day anyways. She was born blue, they did CPR twice & she was in a vent 5 days, in the hospital for 3 weeks. She's severely brain damaged, she's 23 but like a 5 month old baby.. So im hoping to get this certificate and a remote job to be home with her. I started nursing school to become her homecare nurse but our nurse if 10yrs quit & I couldn't be in school 5 days a week for 1yr.
It’s not that hard.
Yayyyy finally!!
New sub 💗 thank you for this information.
I’m in Pennsylvania as well, Pittsburgh. And Upmc’s website says the starting pay for coders is $19.00, kinda low but I guess you have to start somewhere.
Thank you for this video! I also live in PA & am currently a sterile processing tech, however I’m not satisfied with the pay at most hospitals & travel contracts pay really nice but am a mom of a toddler so it doesn’t work for me
Thanks for sharing!
I've been in Ortho for years, but recently moved to HCC coding, thinking about getting my CRC. 🤔 I just don't know if I have the energy to school myself again 😅
Very inspired by u. Believe u mentioned that u had no exp. in coding and was working in a cafeteria at a hospital...? I am 37 with no exp. in coding and just got my high school dip just so i could start a coding training program online. Have seen other vids of ppl telling u u cant make it if u have no exp and make it seem like there's no way for someone like me with so little but listening to your advice and learning from u makes me feel like one day ill be certified too, so thank u for sharing😊
Aww ☺️ you’re absolutely welcome & you’re right! You most definitely could do it too! Ignore the naysayers because I heard them too but used that as motivation.. congrats to you for getting your diploma and wanting more for yourself. 🍾🤗
I’m also here watching her videos, getting a better understanding on what I’m potentially walking into. I’m 35 and I’ll be graduating with my high school diploma tomorrow so your message is giving me hope. Have you started any classes yet? I’m so interested in hearing how things are going.
@QnzHoney Did you end up starting medical coding classes? I just started 2 weeks ago and I'm really excited for what is to come. I'm 37 also and we can absolutely do this!!
im 37 also and just getting into this career. HOwever I have been in medical since I was 24 working office jobs but still I am with you and determined to get a good job in this career field.
Hi! May I ask where are you studying online? I'm considering studying as well. Thanks in advance
I will be starting my medical billing & coding classes on Monday (Aug 21, 2023). I’m looking forward to this journey!
How is it going?
Thank you! I was in billing before my certification in billing. Then I took my CPC exam, and I am still in AR/Collections, right now working in Radiology. It feels like radiology would be easy to start to do coding. Trying to move to coding. Did you ever have this thought, some specialty where you feel you would struggle?
I want to code in Radiology but the few positions I see ask for at least 5 years of experience 🙄
So, I am in my mid 40s, my friend decided to go into nursing about 5 years ago from coding. You can think on the lines of a NP for your current specialty in coding and the annual salary will make it very easy to cover your student loans. Just food for thought. You are young and you can do it. You would also gain the qualifications to be a coder for certain insurance companies that require at least an RN for claims review...
i agree, she should look into WHNP, since she such the passion for it. she’d do so good as in a clinical role, and it wouldn’t take as long as she thinks, AND it wouldn’t as long as she thinks. just 2 years rn, work in l&d while getting bsn, then 2 years while getting NP. I plan to do the same route with coding but PICU np or crna
I have a BSN, RN. Beyond done with the bedside unless G*d forbid something forces me back into some day haha. I’ll keep up license regardless.
Seriously debating getting a coding certification in order to work from home. Assuming this would also allow better opportunities for insurance claims review positions?
@BrookelLakeKC I'm in the same boat as you. Rn with Bsn wanting to do medical coding and billing!! Which school /path would you recommend?
Have you heard of Medical Coding Academy? Just purchased their online course and wanted to know your thoughts on that
I KNOW SOMETHING, BUT I AM LEARNING SO MUCH, THANKS FOR SHARING #NOT A DAY WITHOUT JESUS 🙏
My daughter is a Pharm tech and looking to do better. Your vids are great!! Continued success xoxoxo
Thank you! You too!
Where did you get speciality certification from? AAPC? I’m about finish billing & coding class and taking CPC test this December.
I’m enjoying your videos. Thank you for sharing your experience and information!!!
Where are you taking the billing and coding class? From AAPC or different?
Im interested in medical coding and I dont know which to choose?
Thanks
Got my CBCS back in August and trying for my CPC in December. Just started a medical billing job mid October but I think I wanna moreso do the coding aspect.
Where you able to get a job with your CBCS?
@@youngneo2956 I got hired as a medical biller. For coding, CBCS is basically worthless.
Hey I’m wanting a career change and I can’t decide between a IT specialist or medical billing & coding. I’m an introvert and suffer with anxiety and prone to get depressed easily being around people to long. I do adapt to my environment and can socialize it’s just exhausting. Anyways I am pretty good with tech/computers and may want to be a software engineer after I get experience with either one. Not totally sure though. I also plan to have a food trailer business on the weekends. So this new career I’m looking for will be Monday through Friday. Which job would you recommend? Better in demand, salary, security and flexible
Do Both
Hi Shamyra, I'm super new to this idea and industry. Can you just be a coder? or just be a biller? or both? Which one is more in demand?
How did you guys find jobs for billing and coding ? There’s so many titles ….
Any advice for someone who wants to start their own billing/coding company?
I’m the coder for the Cardiac Cath Lab and I am wanting to get the CIRCC credential.
So did you follow through with the circc credentials? Helping with my Mrs with research she is a radiology coder and now taking on interventional radiology coder to get more credentials she currently makes $26hr and coming up on her one year mark o trying to see if the circc would be worth the cost.
Hello! Where did you get study guide from? , I am about to do my Cpc exam.
I've done coding/auditing/physician educator for 22 years, those amounts are about right for 10-15 years experience .The pay is very low for the difficulty of the job, being required to know all specialties and payers, keep up on quarterly policy updates and yearly code and guidelines changes. I wish I would have done something else with my life.
Yes, the pay seems so low for how much you have to know and how much you have to pay every year.
Thank you for being Honest.
How & from where did u started . I’m trying to get certified & already finish my classes.. I’m from MA btw
I’ve done a lot of duties in Healthcare. I wouldn’t mind going back to Pediatrics as a biller/coder. As a medical assistant at children’s outpatient, I did some billing and coding so I wouldn’t mind going back
Hello
Your video is amazing. May I ask you what college did you go too?
How can I get started as a coder. Been wanting to do this for awhile. I’m 49 a preschool teacher and was looking to do this as a side job
So, I am a vascular ultrasound technologist who can't scan anymore. I want to do self study while recovering from spine surgery. Coursera and Udemy offer courses that are inexpensive. Which would you recommend and also, which study courses?
What school would you recommend? Can I specifically go to school just for that? Help!!!
Did become certified online? I’m looking for a good accredited online course. Any suggestions?
How do we get certified in a specific branch ?
How do you become certified in specialties?
Pls share me the link for remote working as I am from India and have CPC and CCS certification
Hi, I am from Pennsylvania. Can you recommend any schools that are good.
Hello, Thank you for your videos. I am wondering if you could give me any advance on what school is the best school to go to Medical Coding? Also do you recommend doing the Billing also? I am located in the state of Wisconsin. I also would love to do General Surgery and or OBGYN.
Hi Tanya! I don’t know of any schools in particular but all my certifications are through the AAPC. I know AHIMA is another association the certifies coders as well.
I also have a degree in healthcare studies bcuz I wasn’t sure which med path I wanted to pursue but this is looking more like me at this stage in my life, can you tell me Wht courses & how long it will take.
I want to become a obgyn coder. What schools are best? Also do you enjoy it?
I’ve had a medical billing and coding cert for over 10 years I’ve just never practiced being a coder so I’m was wondering is there a refresher course I can take?
Same situation! Interested as well
University of phoenix
I'm curious, as an OB/GYN coder why is it necessary to be present during the delivery? Is that part of the coding duties?
What is the proper education for medical coding
🤗 hello
Where do you go to see these posting love ?
And how do I make sure the position is at home
Hi ☺️
I just did a google search. I think I have the link to it in the description box. You’ll want to search for Remote Coding Jobs.
Can someone work from home for a different state?
I have a BS in nursing. Does anyone know if this could translate into a higher starting salary and/or more job offers and opportunities?
Hello! I’m not sure if it’ll get you a higher starting salary but you could bring this up during your interview process. They may or may not take it into consideration. 😊
I am a AHIMA certified coder, RHIT and CCS. I secured my very first Outpatient Coder position at $21 per hour in 2005. My salary has since more than doubled. I hope this helps.
Thank you sister🙏🏿
The school is 16,000 dollars 20$ ain’t enough babe ! That’s wild
So RHIT isn’t enough?
Would you say these salaries are for entry level CPC-A? Thank you for this video.
5 thousand dollars
I live in Kentucky and that "average" blew my mind because I have friends who have been coding for 20+ years and they only make around $17/hr.
I am in KY as well. I am about to graduate the Medical Information Technology 2yr coding school in December 2021. I hope the average hourly is higher than $17 near Ashland, KY!
@Elisabeth What!? That’s crazy… I mean it’s believable but crazy… smh
@@rhondadenton1110 I'm very curious to see what the average in Ashland is! I'm near Campbellsville right now. We've discussed moving to Bowling Green in the past but I have coworkers who moved from BG to Campbellsville because our hospital paid coders more, so I really don't know what to think!
@@ShamyraC what's even worse is I have had coworkers move from larger cities to our mid size town because our hospital pays coders more. $17/hr in a somewhat rural area isn't terrible. Not amazing, but not terrible.
Loyalty is taken advantage of everywhere
I was just looking for a way to do this like in a six week course type thing, is it a four year or two year situation ?
We have a 10 week medical coding certification program here in SC. It's through the Patch Program.
@@ambitiousbeauty1013Did you get a job with the Cert? Was it easy to get hired? Salary OK?
So roughly how many case do you do in a day
I start at $25/hr and it’s in Northern VA. I code inpatient. I have RHIA and CCS certification
How did you acquire the certification?
@@UniquelyAmour I went to school for BS in Health Information Management then took the RHIA exam from AHIMA
I lived in Pennsylvania also.
Not into obg, but seems like the most logical
Which one is better is cpc or ctc ?
where did you get your study guides for the specialties?
AAPC Website www.aapc.com/onlinestore/study-guides.aspx
@@ShamyraC ty so much
What is that site’s name? I didn’t get to see Texas. Thank you
Sorry about that! Here’s the link: nurse.org/healthcare/medical-billing-coding-salary/
Awesome madum 👏👏👏
What is FM?? You were saying it so fast, not sure if I got the initial correct.
MFM = Maternal Fetal Medicine ☺️ Sorry! I’m a fast talker sometimes 😂
I think she meant MFM- Maternal Fetal Medicine- a sub-specialty of OB/GYN - of course I may be wrong ………
Question, is it better to own a medical billing company if not a cider or biller.
I’m not sure. I’m just a coder 😅
I have already decided to get my CIRCC. In my area of AZ they make 90k! The cardiology chapter whipped my butt for sure but I also know that is exactly why others would avoid it. WINNING!.
I do have a question. How did you schedule your CPC exam? AAPC told me to contact my local chapter, they haven't been very responsive and the response I did get said they don't have any test scheduled for January. I'm trying to take my exam as soon as possible because my current job is killing my sanity. Any answers from anyone would be appreciated. Thank you for vids the help so much.
How did you get this salary information? I'm interested in starting a coding career but I'm concerned because the salary seems low for the amount education and training involved. If i do it I want to know that there are options for me to make at least 70k someday but not at the end of my career. I'm willlling to put in the hard work but I need to know I will be paid my worth in return
Any update? The Mrs has been codin radiology for a year now makes about 60k and is looking at the Circc credential.
Is medical coding hard, for someone who hasn't had any education?
no. Not at all
How do you get certified in the different specialties? How long does it take etc?
Once you have your CPC certification or another core credential for coding, you then can take a specialty exam to get certified for that specialty.
@@ShamyraC thank you! I’m about to start this month!
@@ashleynelson6182 Good luck on your journey! 🤗
In regards to how long it takes, everyone is different. Some people it could take years to understand what they’re doing and others it could take up to 6 months and they’re ready to sit for the exam.
Some people say wait 2 years after getting your CPC before you sit for a specialty exam. It all comes down to if you think you’re ready or not.
@@ShamyraC thank you for letting me know! I have associate in health science for medical assisting, but that was before marriage and kids. I wanted to get back in the field but not the clinical side so I think this would be good fit especially working remote. I didn’t want to do to much, and I have a child who is autistic. I appreciate the info!!!
Hi!! I am a registered nurse. Want to be a medical biller. Had billing class long time ago. Did not get job at that time. Can anyone please help me to get job. Who are willing to teach me.
Can you specialize in oncology?