[myrnaprn]

Seriously considering taking an online certified RN Coder/Auditor course. Has anyone taken it? Is this a needed, lucrative field? Any advice?
Thanks

[Sandy425]

Wow!!
I was hoping someone had given some advice on this so I can get some feedback , too. What did you decide?

[kdbtab]

Clinincal Coding Solutions hires nurse coders and auditors and has a huge demand. Pay ranges from $30-$50hr for based on expertise. All work done from HOME.

[angelrnstat]

Originally Posted by kdbtab

Clinincal Coding Solutions hires nurse coders and auditors and has a huge demand. Pay ranges from $30-$50hr for based on expertise. All work done from HOME.

I would like some more information on this please.

[spydercadet]

Definitely a great idea. The more skills you have the better you'll do. Understanding billing and coding and being a nurse puts you in a unique position to assist physician offices, especially those who utilize NP's and PA's. The organization called AHIMA.org, you can find it on line, is one of the best organizations to be certified by.

Good Luck,

Spydercadet

[UnitRN01]

I'm definitely interested but don't know how to send an email via this forum! Any help here? Thanks!!

UnitRN01

[sirI]

One can click on a name and send a private message.

[spydercadet]

Hey,

I sent you a messsage but realized that's what you were asking about. Click on "my account" and it will let you access what is available to your level of usership (not really sure that's a word, but it works here)

spydercadet

[angelrnstat]

Can you tell me what courses and where for your coding certification? I would really appreciate any information.

[glenmar3]

I just enrolled in a course that I found in my local area through the AAPC (American Academy of Professional Coders) website, www.aapc.com The course is two evenings a week for two hours and runs 14 weeks. This particular course includes membership in the AAPC and the actual cost of the examination in its fees. The total package including books ran about $2500.00.

I've been looking into this for a long time. There seems to be a huge demand for RN Coders both in health care facilities and doing contract work from home. I guess I'll find out in November (after I've taken the exam) whether or not I've wasted my money.