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Hi, welcome to Red Star Medical Coding Academy. This is Saran Raj, and in this session, you will get a complete introduction to the medical coding profession and how our academy helps you become a certified coder. In this video, you will learn: What medical coding is and why it is important Who can become a medical coder and what skills you need Salary, growth, and career opportunities in medical coding Why certification is essential Why you should choose Red Star Medical Coding Academy for your training.
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Medical coding is the process of translating healthcare diagnoses, treatments, procedures, and services into standardized alphanumeric codes using code books like ICD, CPT, and HCPCS. When a patient visits a doctor, all the services provided are documented in the medical record. A medical coder reviews this documentation and assigns the correct codes so that the claim can be billed accurately and the patient’s record is stored in a standardized way..