Infographic: 5 Reasons to Start a Career in Medical Coding and Billing
Posted on 03.05.2018
Medical coding and billing is one of those behind-the-scenes healthcare careers that lets you enjoy all the benefits of the industry’s growth and security without working directly with patients or blood or needles. Or other things that might make you squeamish. But since it’s more behind the scenes, many people aren’t sure what medical coding really is or what level of demand there is for these professionals.
That’s why we’ve put together a super helpful infographic that organizes all the critical details in one place. Here, you’ll find information about the career prospects, job outlook, and average salary of a medical coding professional.
Take a look, and if you like what you see, sign up for our Medical Coding and Billing for Outpatient Services program.
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March 7, 2018 at 11:07 pmI am looking for a medical billing position online. I have been doing medical biller/coding and authorizations for the past 25 years. I have billed all insurance groups along with entering the remittance advice electronically within a practice management system. There isnt anything i haven”t done. If you know of anything please share with me I would appreciate it.
CareerStep Admin
March 13, 2018 at 9:28 amHi, as long as you are properly certified, job opportunities that are open to Career Step grads, while not guaranteed, are certainly open to you as well (including at-home positions!)—however, our job search help is, unfortunately, only available to Career Step graduates. According to the Bureau of Labor Support, the medical billing field is projected to grow by 13% by 2026. We would encourage you to continue checking with employers in your area to see what they’re looking for and to be proactive in your job search. Again, it’s extremely important to get your industry credentials (CBCS)—that will go a long way in proving your skills to employers. Continue to think about the job you want and work toward that goal (build your network, volunteer, stay on top of hiring trends), and you’ll eventually find the right fit for you. Best wishes! 🙂