Medical coding is essential for billing, data collection, and compliance in healthcare.
ICD-10-CM and PCS codes describe diagnoses, procedures, and services in healthcare, while CPT and HCPCS codes cover medical procedures and supplies.
Medical coding involves documentation review, code assignment, quality checks, and submission for billing or reporting.
Medical coders often seek CPC or CCS certifications and formal education, using EHR systems, standalone software, and coding books.
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