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The essential guide for medical billing professionals, updated for ICD-11 standards

Medical Billing & Coding For Dummies will set you up for success in getting started as a medical biller and coder. To ensure data accuracy and efficient data processing, medical offices need professionally trained coders to handle records. This book provides prospective allied health professionals with everything they need to know to get started in medical billing and coding as a career. In addition to an introduction to the basics of medical coding, you'll get information on how to find a training course, meet certification requirements, and deal with government agencies and insurance companies. Learn about the standard practices in the medical billing industry and get up to speed on the ethical and legal issues you're likely to face on the job. This accessible guide is a great entry point—and a great refresher—for anyone interested in the medical billing and coding profession.

Get a primer on your career options in the field of medical billing
Learn coding practices for telehealth, viral outbreaks, and other emerging issues
Update your knowledge of the changes between ICD-10 and ICD-11 coding systems
Find training programs and explore your options for certification

This Dummies guide is an accessible entry point for prospective professionals looking get a jump on their new career, and current professionals intent on staying up-to-date in this flexible and growing field.

The essential guide for medical billing professionals, updated for ICD-11 standards

Medical Billing & Coding For Dummies will set you up for success in getting started as a medical biller and coder. To ensure data accuracy and efficient data processing, medical offices need professionally trained coders to handle records. This book provides prospective allied health professionals with everything they need to know to get started in medical billing and coding as a career. In addition to an introduction to the basics of medical coding, you'll get information on how to find a training course, meet certification requirements, and deal with government agencies and insurance companies. Learn about the standard practices in the medical billing industry

and get up to speed on the ethical and legal issues you're likely to face on the job. This accessible guide is a great entry point—and a great refresher—for anyone interested in the medical billing and coding profession.

Get a primer on your career options in the field of medical billing
Learn coding practices for telehealth, viral outbreaks, and other emerging issues
Update your knowledge of the changes between ICD-10 and ICD-11 coding systems
Find training programs and explore your options for certification

This Dummies guide is an accessible entry point for prospective professionals looking get a jump on their new career, and current professionals intent on staying up-to-date in this flexible and growing field.

Medical Billing & Coding For Dummies Cheat Sheet

Working as a medical biller and coder is a challenging and rewarding job that takes you right into the heart of the medical industry. You are the touchpoint for everyone involved in the healthcare experience, from the patient and front office staff to providers and payers. To succeed, you'll need to know how to file an error-free claim, important acronyms, and what to look for in a payer contract. [caption id="attachment_266255" align="alignnone" width="556"] ©arka38/Shutterstock.com[/caption]

About The Author

Karen Smiley, CPC, is a certified, multi-specialty coding expert in physician and outpatient reimbursement. With an extensive background as a coder, auditor, accounts receivable manager, and practice administrator, she has also served as an independent consultant to physician practices and as an assistant coding instructor.