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Hi,

I am a medical coder. I have always had a passion for nursing. I graduated 7yrs ago as a Lpn, but failed the nclex twice. I gave up and went to coding. I work for an Audiologist, and I do everything in the office. You might as well say I manage it. I love the business side as well. I am back in school doing my prerequisites. I am confused on nursing or business management. Anyone else having this problem?

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Specializes in RETIRED Cath Lab/Cardiology/Radiology.

Hi and welcome to the site!

My first response -- considering how well you have done with coding and office management -- is, perhaps your skills and strengths are geared more towards the business/management area of the medical field.

However, as a nurse I use management skills too. Perhaps you have grown in ways that may benefit you in pursuing your nursing degree.

I look forward to other responses from our members (perhaps some who have some business background and can add their two cents)!

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I am in awe of medical coders!! You really have to know your stuff! And it is a job that has lots of opportunity. You could market yourself as an outpatient or primary care office manager.

Some people just don't test well. Be sure to get as much support as feasible to help you pass the NCLEX. THEN you could get a masters in business management. Another thought is nurse informatics.

Make an appointment with your academic advisor and research all of the possibilities. Best of luck to you!

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Your ability to do coding would crossover into understanding many concepts I would think. I wonder if a BSN program might better prepare you for NCLEX than LPN school.

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Lots of people fail the NCLEX actually. It doesn't mean you're not meant to be a nurse, it just means you may have to work a bit harder to get there. I took medical coding classes before I decided to go to nursing school and I think you'll have a good foundation. I would also suggest that you thoroughly research the school you're going to. Some schools are known for their excellence, while others are known for producing students who are not as confident.

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Your ability to do coding would crossover into understanding many concepts I would think. I wonder if a BSN program might better prepare you for NCLEX than LPN school.

I also agree here. BSN would give you more classes to build your knowledge on as well as more hands on clinical experience. Good luck!

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What about a degree in Hospital Administration?

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