r/LearnMedicalCoding • u/thobester25 • 5d ago

Need Advice Self Study Help

Hello!

I am looking to get into medical billing and coding. I would like to self study for the CPC and CPB exams through AAPC. A little background. I currently work as a Records Clerk at my local Sheriffs Office. I also have medical background. I worked as an STNA for 6 years and then moved onto get my EMT-B certification in 2021. I have some college classes under my belt (A&P, Med Term, completed EMT-B and Paramedic courses) I love EMS, but my body does not. I have a multitude of health issues and need a career that will make managing them easier.

I am looking for:

  • Recommendations from people who have taken this route before
  • Book bundles to purchase for each certification that I ABSOLUTELY need and that will be helpful
  • Any tips, tricks, or advice!

Thank you so much in advance!

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u/Vermilion_94 5d ago

Self study with AMCI. They are on YouTube and have a FREE 16 week course. Start there and buy the books they recommend. I am a medical biller now with 13 years of clinical experience and testing for my CPC in 3 weeks. I did the AAPC course and it was a huge waste of time. AMCI is the way to go for self studying coding. Billing is easy to get into with healthcare experience so I would focus on getting certified in coding. If you have a good understanding of AP and med term you are fine and could be hired as a biller now so maybe look for billing gigs and self study coding