Medical Billing & Coding Career Guide Launched on All Allied Health Schools

SEATTLE, Washington – July 24, 2007 – Health care reform is one of the top presidential election hot-button issues, with politicians calling for greater efficiencies industry-wide. Experts predict that this historically paper-heavy industry will soon be universally using computer technology to store patient records and transfer data between hospitals, clinics and pharmacies. A desire to stay ahead of this curve has made the medical billing and coding profession one of today's most sought-after careers. Responding to this increase in popularity, All Allied Health Schools has launched a comprehensive, 20-page career guide for people wishing to become medical billing and coding specialists. The online medical billing and coding guide can be found at www.AllAlliedHealthSchools.com/medical_coding_specialist.

In addition to up-to-date salary, certification and degree information, the career guide clarifies misconceptions about the field. For example, "medical billing and coding" is typically thought of as one specialty, but medical billing and medical coding are really two separate specialties. However, studying both at the same time gives students a distinct advantage in the workforce.

Another common myth is that it is easy to start an at-home medical billing and coding business. "While researching the career, we saw many advertisements promoting starting an at-home medical billing and coding business by buying software and taking a simple course," says Gerard Gravallese, career researcher for All Allied Health Schools. "When speaking with people in the profession, however, we learned that quality training, solid experience and good contacts are essential before someone should start thinking of going out on their own. Concerned about people who spend money on software and quick-shot training, we wanted to clarify misleading information."

The medical billing and coding career guide includes pertinent articles on the subject, including "The Truth About Medical Billing and Coding Software" and "Ten Tips for Starting an At-Home Medical Billing and Coding Business." Additionally, there is an informative interview with a medical coder who has 12 years experience, as well as an interview with a student currently enrolled in an accredited medical billing and coding course. The guide also covers the kinds of courses to expect, the differences between degree and certificate programs, how to get medical billing and coding scholarships, and information on hundreds of accredited medical billing schools. "For those thinking of starting a career in medical billing and coding, this career guide is must-read. Not only will it help students make an informed decision about their training, it will help them decide if medical billing and coding is the right career for them," according to Gravallese.

About All Allied Health Schools

All Allied Health Schools (www.allalliedhealthschools.com) is an Internet site dedicated to helping people interested in health care careers find the training they need to succeed. Users can search for health care schools, get information about education requirements and read articles about various specialties.

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