MEDICAL BILLING VS MEDICAL CODING : What is the difference and what do billers and coders do?

Have you heard medical billing and medical coding lumped together (maybe you're in a Medical Billing and Coding Specialist program?) and not sure if they're the same thing? Well, in this episode I break down the differences between medical billers and medical coders and their essential functions as part of the revenue cycle.

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[taylorhogrebe]

Ive been doing medical billing and coding for 3 years. I did a year of online school through CareerStep but did not get my coding certificate but I did graduate so it helped make my resume pretty lol. I started working from home January 2022 which was my goal! I spent two years working hard to learn the "language". My goal is to have my own company that is based at home and create a program for single parents to start with no experience needed and be trained by me. Great career!

[joshuanance]

Just became a CPC-A this year. And I already make more than I did as an assistant principal of a K-8 school. Thanks for your videos!

[TheMommaDiary]

I started my medical coding and billing job two months ago.. with zero experience! Let me tell you...this job is mentally

[robertahosey]

Awesome explanation! I was a biller about 15 years ago, but I only worked third party claims, and I worked on the back end. There is so much I do not know regarding the overall revenue cycle of a claim. I’m gonna study and get certified for the CPB and next year go after my CPC♥️ wish me luck🌺

[fabiolamalave]

I went from being a LVN into MIBC. I love doing MIB. I still have constant contact with patients, then I still get to advocate for my patients and provider. I’m prepping to get my certification AAPC.

[Anthony]

I feel like this helped me so much with Choosing between Going to college for this vs Being a Medical administrative assistant

[Mjohnson]

Recently discovered this career and I’m very interested in it! Thank you for explaining the differences between the two!

[shannonfarenger]

Thank you so much for the information! I am taking CEU classes through my community college and have been going back and forth whether to pursue a billing or coding certificate. I am already a certified medical assistant so I had some coding in school and did enjoy that aspect. I look forward to exploring more of your content to gain insight into my new career path.

[hanstone]

I just wish there wasn’t such a paywall. I can’t afford to buy a course, books, and a lifetime membership just for a chance at a higher pay. I was so ready to jump into this because I’m so good at memorizing numbers but to have to pay per month just to have this job is ridiculous.

[heathermartin]

I really appreciate your succinct delivery. I'm starting my medical billing and coding course soon. You helped clear up all of my questions. Have a blessed day ☺️🌼

[michelleweston]

I'm very anxiously looking forward to going back to school for billing and coding. thank you for that

[Peace-ltbc]

Does working in the billing department require being on the phone constantly? I want a career in the background of the medical field. No frontline or speaking with patients like a call center. I do well working alone in a quiet environment. Thank you for these videos they are helpful

[ashleydawson]

I absolutely love channel as I just signed up for school and start next week! If I can just say someone like me who knows nothing about billing and coding, I get lost on all your videos mainly because you talk fast. Even in your introduction video you said a lot really fast and then you use a lot of slang that I have not learned! But once I start school I’ll be back to your videos and hopefully I’ll have a better understanding

[tasialuv_]

Great video ! Going for my medical billing and coding certification online next month this video motivated me to move forward with it. Amazing video ♥️♥️💕

[rickki]

glad I found you. I am starting medical billing with AAPC on 11/2.

[ruthhoyos]

Totally Clear.. Love the way you clarify these differences. Thanks

[codes]

I watched the webinar and started my program today! So excited and it’s affordable

[Deedenise]

This video was very helpful. You are on it. Your knowledge is helping me determine what I can do in billing and coding. I am considering starting CRC and taking your course since I understand it more in detail and work on getting more coding experience for the CPC. I get the ICD-10 really well and remember the change in 2015 from ICD-9 to ICD-10. Thank you.

[JenniferPerryMyScraproom]

Many moons ago I worked as a biller for a very specialized DME company and also a tiny bit for a PT practice - I did NOT enjoy the process. I loved when I could get equipment for our patients paid for but on the flip side was very frustrated when the surgery and device were approved but the daily supplies to use the device was routinely denied. I also worked and seriously enjoyed my time as a ER unit secretary (about 15 years) but now it is time to complete my CPC training. I know that I just want to stick to the coding side of the business. Thankfully I have some great mentors. I am an empty nester that wants a bit of a career change.