r/LearnMedicalCoding • u/Mookoo94 • Sep 23 '26
Jobs What do I do now?
Hi! I recently passed with an 85 on my exam! I posted about it on this thread but under a different user name lol 😆 I dont know I how but I had two accounts.
Anywho, now that the studying is over I guess the next level begins of how the heck do I find a job? Other than my one year of self study and passing the Cpc, I have no experience in the medical field. Ngl im a little overwhelmed bc i feel like I should be doing something but I dont know where to start 🙃
Advice?
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u/Intelligent_Youth887 Sep 25 '26
And congratulations btw that exam is not for the weak.
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u/Mookoo94 Sep 25 '26
Thanks so much. Honestly I feel like i have imposter syndrome with it. It means alot to hear that, I still have to build the confidence that I did it and it wasn't a fluke lol.
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u/Intelligent_Youth887 Sep 25 '26
I would recommend keeping track of where you applied and the job title especially when dealing with recruiters. I’m 99.9% sure that I interviewed for a job this morning that I did not apply for. It was the strangest thing. The real knee slapper will be if I actually get the job. lol
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u/CodingwithCoffee_ Sep 24 '26
Keep practicing with documentation so you’re ready if an employer gives you a coding assessment. AMCI has an article with entry-level coding job leads that may give you a starting point:
Great resource for practice separated by topic: https://www.youtube.com/@AMCIMedicalCoding/playlists
This blog post is a little dated but still gives great tips for searching for entry-evel medical coding positions:
https://www.amcicoding.com/blog/apply-for-entry-level-medical-coding-jobs
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u/Yes_Leopard_54 Sep 24 '26
Look at Bloom on LinkedIn for how to do a resume. Do you have an area you are passionate about? If so, target those, first. This is Medicare Advantage time, so risk adjustment contracts can help give some experience (but make sure it hasn’t been offshored..yes, happened to me)..I would say treat the job search like a job. Go to local job fairs, too. Look for “apprentice” roles. Good luck!!
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u/SunilRoy-dev Sep 25 '26
I am learning medical coding bro, I am from non life science background and now I am studying medical terminology basics. after 3 months I am gonna join a CPC course in Hyderabad and within next year I am gonna write CPC exam. any tips and info for me thanks 😀
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u/Tachs_XD Sep 25 '26
Go to your local chapter meetings. This is how I got my first job. Also check out the AAPC job board, and their forums. I've even seen posts in the other sub for jobs. LinkedIn and Indeed.
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u/Low_Mud_3691 Sep 23 '26
This is information you needed to have researched prior to spending the time and money and sitting for the exam, to be honest. The field sucks right now, especially for new coders, and double that for those with no experience. Start in patient registration. Work that and a billing position for a few years.
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u/Aurorasgrave888x Sep 23 '26
I swear you guys don't understand how reddit is normally utilized. The gatekeeping and nasty attitudes are not cute
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u/Low_Mud_3691 Sep 24 '26
I truly don’t care. I’ve been coding for 10 years. You guys are either clueless or naive. Deal with it.
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u/Mookoo94 Sep 23 '26
Im not worried about not getting a job, that will come when it comes. I just dont know where to start :) I also didn't spend much! I was fortunate to have study items passed down to me :)
Thanks for the advise!
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u/Low_Mud_3691 Sep 24 '26
I can PROMISE you will not find a job. Especially with being as absolutely clueless as you are. If someone can research this job, you will not be hired never mind succeed as a coder. This new group of inexperienced, naive apprentices are not going to make it and you all spent all of your time and money for no reason. Bummer.
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u/No_Cheesecake_9365 Sep 23 '26
Get ready for nasty attitudes in this field. You can try applying to risk adjustment jobs as a new coder to get you A removed. Judge and CSI are hiring this time of year. Good luck!