Just passed myCPC exam this week!

I’ve been a coder for 25 years at a hospital. I’m what they call a Hybrid Coder. I code Inpatient and Outpatient. I love coding! I have the C.C.S. Certification from AHIMA.

Just discovered your channel and I am so stoked to start binging. I am a stay at home mom now but when my two kid are in school, I am considering going through a community college program to become a coder.

Thank you for your videos Victoria! I took my test last week and yesterday I got the results: I passed it!! Your materials was super helpful to review everything and feel a little bit more confident (I took a short program in a community college, so I really needed to study a lot by myself) . Now, I just need to understand what will be the next step...

Of course I watch this AFTER I enroll in a program 😃😂😂🤦🏾‍♀️

I am getting ready to take my CPC exam next month and I’m so nervous. Going to throw myself into studying and watching your videos. I appreciate you so much!

I’m currently taking courses through AAPC for my CPC certification and I’m also taking anatomy, medical terminology and pathophysiology classes through them as well. It’s a bit to juggle especially since I work full time. Overall I’m loving these courses though because there isn’t stressful deadlines. I usually take my weekend and complete a few modules. Fingers crossed that I pass my CPC exam 🤞🏻

Coder for 28 years. Assoc Degree with an RHIT. Nobody mentions the RHIT. I took 2 years of coding with 4 internships before I graduated. I code ERs. Dx coding with infusions, injections and charging. From what I'm seeing once they graduate, it is hard to find that first job. Everybody wants to work at home but most remote jobs want 3-5 years experience. AHIMA is really getting expensive! Yearly membership is $149 then you have to pay for the recertification. Then you have to pay for most of the CEUs. Now, AHIMA is requiring 40% of CEUs to come directly from AHIMA. Their quizzes are $30 per quiz!! I must have 20 CEUs for the 2-year cycle.

Thank you for these videos! I am starting at Tidewater Community College in their Medical Coding courses October 12th, 2021, and will have my certification by the end of April, 2022! Your videos have been and continue to be very helpful, and I know I'll be referencing them for a long time to come. Thank you!

I’ve already begun my medical coding journey through AAPC. This video is scaring because I don’t have a lot of medical background. I worked as a manager of Adult Foster Homes in Oregon and thought I was more knowledgeable am now nervous. Looking for encouragement it’s too late to back out now!

Im so glad I came across your videos, I start my program Oct 23rd! (;

I start school tomorrow so I'm going to be watching all your videos and look forward to your new videos

Thank you so much for these videos. I am looking for a career change, and this information is so helpful for me to determine if medical coding is what I'd like to try!

I am so Interested and excited to start college for Medical Billing and Coding this month!

my books arrive today. so excited to become a coder !!!!! thank you for the videos they really help

Looking forward to begin Medical Coding school shortly, thank you for your helpful tips!

Just found your videos and love them!! I am almost done with school and should be sitting for CCA after finishing this semester!!

i just applied for classes yesterday and i have an interview today even though i have no experience medically or knowledge really. thankyou for this video!!

I originally earned a CBCS certification that no employers were interested in once I actually started job searching, I also earned a CMAA certification through the same program. I am considering the idea of just letting my CBCS certification expire when it comes time to renew it in 2025, mostly due to the fact that I am interested in obtaining a CPC certification and keeping the CBCS when it isn't even helping me seems pointless. With that said, I am also not 100% sure anymore that coding is the right career path for me. Yes, coding is interesting to me, and yes, my current job in medical data processing can get monotonous, but I also don't know if I am ready to commit myself to something in the way that coding would require me to, it is a life long commitment and while I know that my family would be disappointed in me for suddenly switching gears, I also know that as long as I am unsure and looking into getting new credentials, it may be better to consider other careers on the whole. Can anyone with experience in the coding field provide me with any advice on this matter?

I search about medical coding and your video caught my attention. I'm thinking about going to enrol online .

I hear this is a great career for someone like myself, that has a more introverted personality type!

My cousin is becoming a coder through AHIMA and she sent me to your page! I’m trying to find something to do for when my Paramedic career will come to an end. This seems like something that might be plausible for me!

This sounds like a lot like underwriting for mortgages. Medical Coding seems to be the underwriting of the medical field. This is great information, thank you for sharing it.

Lookin' good Victoria! Thank you for all you do! Took my test. Missed it by 4 points. Gotta hit the books again!

this sounds very overwhelming and is making my consider a different career path

I love your teaching style. Ready to start!

Excellent video. It's best to know this info up front, before the time and investment is made.

Hi! Thanks for your videos! I appreciate it a lot. I am a registered nurse, been working in hospital setting for 8years. Thinking of a career shift, been eyeing for this job but don't know where to start.

Thank you for the video. Can you tell us the difference between Medical Records Tech, Health Information Specialist and Medical Coding Sp? Which of these is best to make more money? Thank you! 😊

This was really good. Thank you

This information was amazing. Thank you

Karin Miranda....this was very helpful....thanks again for all of your video's...awesome 👋

I have been reading a lot that it's hard to get a job in this field. Is that true? This is making me hesitant in taking the course. I read forums of people talking about the difficulty in getting employment as a new coder.

Thanks your videos are awesome and helpful I’m thinking about doing the AAPC program

Thanks for this helpful video!

Hi I looking to get a job in medical Coding but I don't know where to start? Some medical coder jobs asked for 1-3 years experience in the field which I don't have yet? SO, where would I start to get that experience?

Hi Victoria. I'm interested in medical billing, preferably behind the scenes as opposed to the 'front line,' if you will. Is it tough to learn?

Hi Victoria! New subscriber. So, I started CPC with AAPC in late September. The first chapters were a breeze, but I’ve been seriously struggling since chapter 5/6 and we’re in chapters 8 and 9 now. I know that I’m learning and entirely new language, but I feel like I’m having a difficult time grasping it. Instructor is great, office hours are helpful and class is beneficial. I’m just struggling to retain all of the new information I’m constantly receiving. Any tips for a beginner ? I really really want to get this down.

Great video! I feel like I should tell you that my daughter is named Victoria Goll 😂

I just saw your video! I’m currently interested in doing the CPC certification but I’m a little confused can I apply to this without working as a current medical coder? Or would it have to be the CPA-A? What is the difference I currently don’t want to switch jobs until I have the certification?

Great information 👍

I am currently taking the online AAPC CPC course. As a personal trainer for the past 12 years, the anatomy/physiology part was a breeze & I have been in outpatient medical for about 2 years so I am familiar with popular CPT and ICD-10 codes so I am hoping that translates well to the medical terminology portion which I start this week. Any advice on how soon I should schedule my exam after completing my program? I would be taking it in my home.

I’ve been in the medical field for 20yrs. Very interested your video was so informative. Question how do you pick which type of coding certification first though. I want to be certified in both office and hospital so I have better chance of choosing a job.

Hey I’m thinking about taking the course to get into medical billing and coding, and I was wondering about the continued education part? What exactly does that encompass? I have to take courses after my certification to stay updated or am I misunderstanding ? 😅

I have always wanted to get into medical coding just never knew where to start. I have a local lady that says she'll teach you but for a few grand.

Thank you for this video. How is the work-life balance as a medical coder?

Excellent video.

I live in Los Angeles California..I would have loved to get a medical coding job...no openings for people without experience

this is very helpful. i took a coding seminar when i was working for a large cardio group cause i was doing data entry and the codes were in the software. i also aced a medical terminology course when i worked at a hospital so i know i have the skills to do this but concerned about costs of education. but i have phone interview this friday with an online college and will get info before making decision. your videos are so great and clearly yu r aces at what yu do and yu love it. tell me-im 65 is it too late to b considering this career move?

I am curious about the work load? Do they require fast paced work or most accurate work?

I thought the OCR issued a statement saying that the offshoring is not in compliance with HIPAA since it’s another country so it’s a violation of the law.

i just found out about this and cancer registry and am undecided on what to pursue. but i also have an AS in health science. i cant decide whether to finish a degree in HIM ... or if totally okay to just get a certificate in medical coding (or the registrar cert)

Do you think it is better to go through a community college or go through aapc directly?

I want to work from home doing this but I have no idea where to start.

Hello, I am very pleased to watch your videos, a very interesting question for me, where would you recommend to study?

Thank you for your videos. What online school would you recommend?

As i live in india and started training for cpc exam and my question is as i have experience in medical industry from last 3 years and once i get certified in this is there is any chance of getting job in USA and what is basic salary there?

I am taking coding through AAPC. I paid for cpc and cbc billing but now am thinking I should just taken CPC. I don’t think I needed CBC certification? I would like your opinion? I don’t believe that I can a refund. I was thinking that maybe they could put towards auditing? I hope to hear from you soon? Rebecca 😊

So, I recently worked at an entry level Billing and Coding office. My boss pulled me aside and told me she thought I should become an Auditor. I only have the one year experience from that office and I mostly did billing. Do you think I should just take my ex bosses advise and go strait into a Certification for Auditing or do you think I should do a Billing & Coding Certification to get more of that experience first?

I have a bachelor degree in Political science but 10 years accounting experience. Planning to be a medical biller and coder where do you think I will start? In community college? Or online certification?

Is there any age limit for this course or job internationally.?I am 30.

Ok got it never mind

What's the payscale from beginner cpcs to advanced specialties like surgery?

Is there a possibility of dedicating my work hours in the even and overnight from home or are these positions day time only. I can still work during the day too but curious if that is a possibility.

I worked for Aetna for 17 years and now I'm billing for a physician group. I start my online coding class with AAPC in 2 weeks. I got an email to schedule my testing date already, not sure why that is? I haven't even begun classes yet

Hi, thanks for these great videos. I am a nurse (LPN) for the past 20 years. After getting hurt on the job, I would like to shift my focus to Medical Coding and possibly Billing. I have done some coding for an anesthesiologist and now I would like to start my own Medical Coding and Billing business, so that I can work from home. Please advise where I should start. Whether it be your videos, online training, etc. Thanks in advance for your help. Michele

Hi Victoria: My college is telling me to take a CPT Coding and Coding Terminology class at the same time. How would these 2 courses work together?

Do we need to pass any other exam before starting Medical coding?

Hi! I have been looking into medical coding certification through my local community college. I have worked in insurance sales for 7 years, but I am ready for a career change. I thought medical coding may be an option. I love routine and organization, and I am also able to complete task very quickly. It’s always scary to start over, but this seems like a good fit for me. Just wondering if you have any advice for the newcomer! Thank you :)

I work in patient registration and exploring a career in medical coding and billing. I'm planning on taking classes at the community college. Where do I start?

I am a home health PT and work in the field. I am looking for a change in focus and was entertaining coding. I was COS-C certified but it has since expired. What course do I need to start my coding education?

Thanks

when you say continue education to keep credentials you have to keep going to school how much woulkd that be or is it a program that a job offers

Do you like Ahima or AAPC?

Iam interested getting-in medical coding but I want to be train properly. How hard it is to be in this industry. I have no medical background

Just a quick question.. So once u get a job as a, cpc apprentice do they actually train u fr the job coz the case study we actually see during our courses is very different from the field right

Is there an introductory course online I could take to get a sense of what Medical a coding is like? I’ve watched a few of your videos, but I’m still not sure if this is right for me.

What’s the best school for billing and coding?

I am currently taking the AAPC CPC course. I did not do the live instructor class unfortunately because I just didn't know what was best. I am completely lost. What do you suggest to help me because as of right now I just dont really understand it and I'm almost finished. Just doing terrible and I'm feeling very overwhelmed.

Is medcerts a good program to get your certificate? I just took the wonderlic sle assessment and passed and can start. It says it’s issuing authority is through AAPC and AHIMA.

I feel sick that I even tried to do medical coding. I probably have wasted about $3k on a job I'll never be able to get.

My brother gave me a link its billing and coding or coding is this the same thing as medical billing and coding? And also what are major things needed to help you do your job? Or to get certified?

Hey! Do you need to attend school for medical coding? Or can I just study on my own to take the exam?

Need some counseling on NASCO application, any suggestion? Any tutor here? Thanks

How to become a medical coder in Canada

Do you have billing tutorials too?

I will be taking my CPC exam soon. Is medical claims a good position to work before a medical coding position?

Hello, I am married to a travel nurse and looking for a job that I can work from home for. Would this be a viable option?

I just finished my masters in medical laboratory technology and got an job offer for medical coder... But it's new for me ,should i take the job?

I'm currently RHIT certified. Which carries more weight the CPC or CCS? The CCS is much shorter than CPC. Plus I dont want to maintain membership from 2 different organizations. It can be costly. I'm interested in hospital coding. No physician/business office or billing.

I'm from Agri field with PG in bioinformatics... I'm interested in medical coding..is it a good option! Or any suggestions please reply...

Hi Victoria, are there opportunities for Registered Nurses to become medical coders? I am an RN, I am interested in changing careers or moving away from bedside nursing.

I kinda wanted to be a medical coder to have a career and work from home and make good money but honestly it doesn't really interest me!😆 I worked at a newspaper in advertising for 8 years no real schooling for it then I got bad anxiety and stopped working for quite a few years and now I'm trying to find my next move. Anyone have any other ideas for possible careers with good pay and not such intense schooling.?🤷‍♀️

Hi! Could you work as a EMR tech or EHR tech or something like that after getting certification for Medical coding?

I have been in the cleaning industry for 10 years (the only thing I've done) would that make it harder for me to get a job with coding?

I have been a MRI tech for 17 years. I want to do this. Should I go through AAPC?

Hello! Quick question, I apologize if you have answered this in any other video, however once you pass your AAPC exam can you work in any state? I currently live NC and want to move back home to WA. Thank you!

Wanting to do the online courses through the AAPC, do you know anyone who has gone through that Avenue versus a trade school?

Is it possible to work part time or less as a medical coder?

How the hell u supposed to read the Dr writing?