Outpatient care is medical treatment received without hospital admission, and a certified outpatient coder is a professional responsible for assigning medical codes to outpatient procedures and services. This role is ideal for individuals with a keen eye for detail, knowledge of medical coding principles...
reimbursement and coding systems, medical terminology as well as medical areas of anatomy and physiology. Upon completion, students may also be eligible for professional certification exams, such as the Certified Professional Coder (CPC) exam offered by the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC...
“Without revenue, a medical practice cannot earn a profit and stay operational,” Jacobs said. “A medical practice, while focused on the well-being and care of patients, is a business and must be profitable. Billing, collections and accounts receivable management are the lifeblood of a succes...
waste, and abuse; the integrity of the billing company’s information system; the methodology for resolving ambiguities in the provider’s paperwork; the procedure for identifying and reporting credit balances; and the procedure to