Hi I just wanted to say hello to the pro's out there. I am a struggling coder who wants to be VERY good at her job - I am still in school and I am currently on the last half of my class and I have struggled with coding - I am currently passing my class. I will talk myself into and out of the ICD-9 codes. I am somewhat of a perfectionist and just "passing" my class isn't enough for me.
Is there anybody else out there who has felt the same way?
Jane
Hi jane,
Welcome, to Unicorn med
Thanks for the greeting...I do READ every post - I just don't reply, yet. I enjoy the posts because I get to read other scenarios and hopefully answer some of my questions.
Hi,
I took the test yesterday, I'm sure I failed because I only answered 2/3rds of the test. I just recently finished the aapc study on line course, and although I did really well I don't have any experience coding so I don't have any speed. It has been an overwhelming experience for me and although I know I have a second chance to take the test I at this point am feeling it might be pointless to put myself through such a thing again. I have many years of experience in the medical field so I thought I'd have an easier time with the test. I don't know if there are any tutors out there, but I may attempt looking into that before trying to sit for the test again.
Are you taking a class through the aapc or through a tech? I believe that coders are type A personalities and we have high expectations which is a good quality. hope it all works out for you!!
Thanks for letting me know that I am not the only one out here. I have no medical background...just alot of interest in human anatomy, medicines, etc. I breezed through the terminology and hit a brick wall with the coding. I am obviously NOT getting something and I am doing an on-line course so I do not have a breathing body to ask, per se. I have actually considered stopping and going into transcripting but I guess the type A personality takes over and ...here I am. I am also interested in getting a tutor. I have about 3 weeks to finish 6 chapters and I will have to ask for another extension. I am also scared to death of taking the BIG test and getting a BIGGER "0". If you have any suggestions on how to improve on the coding, I'm all ears.
Thanks,
Hi Jane,
How are things going? Did you have a good 4th?. Did you ever get in touch with the AAPC about the study courses they offer? I just received confirmation on my testing date..... I'm a basket case!!! I hope to pass so badly, I don't think I could live through this 1 more time.... I keep testing myself over and over I have been able to improve my speed but I have sacrifieced accuracy to do it. Back to the drawing board I guess...... Let me know if I can help with your coding questions.... sue
Hello - Go on line and look for some practice timed quizzes. I know a number of people who thought that helped a lot. Be patient, go with your "gut" cuz if you have coded at all, it's probably right.
sue,
I did check out the AAPC - not sure if I want for the entire course just to get the help/answers to questions I have for the coding side.
Have had alot going on at home...alot of deaths in my family and friends - studying especially since the beginning of May..is the last thing on my mind.
My interest in coding came from the interest in how insurance companies can bill my OWN bills/visits to the hospital/doctor. My husband is 8 yrs older and wants to retire in the next 10 years and I would like to have a flexible schedule for that. I use to work retail and that leaves you no time around the holidays.
jane
Ok jane,
Then why don't we plan on a phone call, I will email you my phone # on your private email...... you can let me knw when you want to chat and we can go over some of your questions.... If I don't know the answers maybe we can work together to get them.... it seems such a waste to not complete what you've already achieved. It may be something simple that you're missing and then you'll be on your way!!! I sent you an email on your private email yesterday did you get it???? once I know you got it I will send you my phone # and we can chat. I have call around us. and can call anywhere without extra charge if you think that might be cheaper for you, leave me your phone # by clicking the email button below.... I will wait to hear from you sue