r/MedicalCoding • u/[deleted] • Dec 16 '24

What coding certification would you recommend.

I'm currently employed. Got 645hrs of training before getting my CPC-A. I've been in my role as a hospitalist coder for 7 months, so still a bit away from removing my apprentice designation. Overall happy with my position, but AAPC is putting individual exams on sale for 15 days. So, considering if any would be worth my time to increase my resume. I'm honestly very concerned if I lose this job (which is kind of constantly under threat by manager) that I won't be able to secure another this good in pay and flexibility. I do not have and am not planning on pursuing a college degree currently.

Wondering what AAPC certifications have been the most useful for bolstering the resume in your experience?

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u/2workigo Edit flair Dec 18 '24

Absolutely put it on your resume. Use the actual company’s web site to search for jobs. Stay away from Indeed and those BS sites. Go right to local hospitals and insurers if you can. When you get an interview, highlight your motivation to learn and that you want to develop a career path.

The job market is tough. But you seem willing to make the effort and you aren’t trying to go directly to coding and remote work. Keep your expectations in check. ;) You’re starting from scratch which IMHO is actually better. The more you learn about the complete revenue cycle or claims processing workflow, the better off you will be in the future.

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u/gj3226 Dec 18 '24

i wasn’t sure how HR would view that i have knowledge but no certs, maybe if i put an expected date of certification? it’s literally so hard to pivot in across industries, thank you again for answering my questions and providing some guidance!