What certifications will get someone in the Medical Billing and Coding door?
Although there are many organizations that offer medical billing and coding certification, two primary organizations are the most prevalent: The American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) and the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC). Each organization has certifications for those at different skill set levels. Some certifications are more basic and some are more comprehensive. Having the certification that ‘gets you in the door,’ so to speak, changes depending on the needs of the employer. There’s a lot of room for upward growth in this career. From a beginner coder, to an established professional, the possibilities are endless. For someone who has all the necessary training, what are the employment opportunities? There are many employment opportunities for medical billers and coders. They can be employed in doctors’ offices, clinics, pharmacies, hospitals, insurance companies, healthcare data organizations, insurance companies, consulting firms, and nursing h
