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Melony in Palmdale, California 14 months ago |
Hello All, I am currently a CPC medical coder, due to sit for my CCS. I have a BA in general biology with a minor in english literature. I have always wanted to be a nurse. I am wondering if it would be feasible for me to become an LVN or RN and still work as a medical coder? Are any of you in this field and how do you enjoy it? Also what is the average pay? I currently make $28.50 per hour. I live in Southern California if that helps. |
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awsmom in Bakersfield, California 11 months ago |
Melony in Palmdale, California said: Hello All, Where do you work? Are you a certified coder? I live in Tehachapi and would like to become a coder. |
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Melony in Palmdale, California 11 months ago |
My post specifically says I am a CPC medical coder. Please read before you respond to something. This is a nursing board, not a board to ask about becoming a coder. thanks. |
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awsmom in Bakersfield, California 11 months ago |
I am new to researching coding and was not familiar with the term CPC. Nurses in Bakersfield start at about $23.00 hr day shift. LA County pays a little more. Then you get night shift differential and once you specialize (ICU,Surgery}.
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Beverly in Charlotte, North Carolina 9 months ago |
And you would fit right in--nurses are notorious for eating their young! Too funny! I even thought wow...how could she be so rude. I am a CPC (Certified Professional Coder). I work as a Mass Torts auditor. I have my BA in English and am currently taking pre-nursing classes. I am 40 years old and often wonder if this is the right road to take. If not, I am thinking about switching to a RHIT degree(Registered Health Information) By the way, love your post. You might want to be a comedian. I didn't even see that coming. Best laugh of the day. |
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Melony in Lancaster, California 9 months ago |
I love being called rude when I ask a question and get a question asking something totally different. Anyways, good luck to you both. Beverly, I am working on an HIT program, I would stick with that regardless and do the nursing if you can. You would make about the same money, but maybe you wouldnt be bitter and from bakersfield if you stayed in coding. Have an awesome day! |
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Melony in Lancaster, California 9 months ago |
Beverly in Charlotte, North Carolina said: And you would fit right in--nurses are notorious for eating their young! I dont know if this post was for me or awsomemom but I wanted to ask what is a Mass Torts Auditor? Is that in the legal field of coding? |
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Beverly in Charlotte, North Carolina 9 months ago |
Actually it's both. I audit for medical class action lawsuits. I do a lot of research...simply love it. I am just preparing for that next step in my life. For that day when I am ready to move on. I guess if I were to ever marry or become a full-time foster parent instead of a part-time foster parent, I would not be so education driven. Oh, and by the way, I also have my certification in paralegal studies. blah...blah..blah...as the world turns I guess. I just love learning. Asian cooking classes are also on my list of things to do. Your not so bad! (hahahahehehe) |
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Melony in Lancaster, California 9 months ago |
Beverly in Charlotte, North Carolina said: Actually it's both. I audit for medical class action lawsuits. I do a lot of research...simply love it. I am just preparing for that next step in my life. For that day when I am ready to move on. That sounds way more interesting than what I do! Anyway, I am on the waiting list for the local community college for their lvn program as I have a few more classes to finish to get into the RN. I wish you luck in your endeavors! |
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Beverly in Charlotte, North Carolina 9 months ago |
Melony in Lancaster, California said: That sounds way more interesting than what I do! Anyway, I am on the waiting list for the local community college for their lvn program as I have a few more classes to finish to get into the RN. I wish you luck in your endeavors! What does LVN stand for and what is the difference between that and a RN? I am beginning to see LVN a lot...I never heard of it. Hmmm... |
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awsmom in Bakersfield, California 9 months ago |
Actually, I'm not bitter--just tired of nurses eating their young and others with that attitude...and I don't live in Bakersfield. I live in the best community in the world www.BearValleySprings.com which is in the Sierra's Mtn 1 1/2 hr from Bakersfield. The website automatically assigned me Bakersfield based on my zipcode. We are all here to learn and support each other. For those of you interested in nursing be sure to check out the web site www.allnurses.com as it is a great reference area. Even has a section for pre-nursing students and *GASP* even RN coders! An LVN is a licensed vocational nurse and is called Licensed Practical Nurse in some states. They are classified in the food chain between a nurse's aid and an RN. They can do dressing changes, pass meds and in some states IV's. They are used a lot in SNF's (pronounced SNIFFS) which are skilled nursing faciliy's--or nursing homes. But they have to have an RN supervisor as they can't work independently. I have a company that provides medical standby for special events. My work is spotty, esp in today's economy but I set up first aid booths for fairs and open houses for corperations and company picnics. I also provide medical standyby for extreme sports events and Olympic Level gymnastic events. |
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Melony in Lancaster, California 9 months ago |
awsmom in Bakersfield, California said: Actually, I'm not bitter--just tired of nurses eating their young and others with that attitude...and I don't live in Bakersfield. I live in the best community in the world www.BearValleySprings.com which is in the Sierra's Mtn 1 1/2 hr from Bakersfield. The website automatically assigned me Bakersfield based on my zipcode. We are all here to learn and support each other. yeop, I am on that site too and got messages from a person who wanted to know where I work, hmm. |
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Melony in Lancaster, California 9 months ago |
Beverly in Charlotte, North Carolina said: What does LVN stand for and what is the difference between that and a RN? I am beginning to see LVN a lot...I never heard of it. Hmmm... What she said. I have already been offered a job that pays a bit more in my current company once I finish LVN. Then I go on to my RN masters. As it were, good luck to you both. |
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Melony in Lancaster, California 9 months ago |
OK and for those who dont want to hijack my post any longer. Are they actually ANY NURSE CODERS who could offer advice? |
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cant spell but far from stupid in Kingfisher, Oklahoma 9 months ago |
ok i am an inrogant okie is a coder any thing like a nurses assissant, or do they put icd9 codes into a coumputer In some states they have what they call a ceritfied medican aid who passes meds Yes nurses do eat their young and only the strong live to tell about it. |
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awsmom in the mtns above in Bakersfield, California 9 months ago |
You are so funny cant spell--yes, only the strong survive in nursing! It's part of Darwin's Law! A coder is some one who reviews charts to determine what procedures were done as well as the ICD-9 so the can bill the insurance company for maximum reimbursement. Here is a link:www.aapc.com/index.aspx |
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Patty2009 in Kalamazoo, Michigan 8 months ago |
Melony in Lancaster, California said: OK and for those who dont want to hijack my post any longer. Hi I am a nurse auditor and I do some coding.(mostly I got cert as coder to help me understand all the codes as nowadays most charges are driven by codes...I got my LPN 25 years ago..went into auditing in 1989...I love it...if I had to do it over I would have gotten
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Melony in Palmdale, California 8 months ago |
Patty2009 in Kalamazoo, Michigan said: Hi I am a nurse auditor and I do some coding.(mostly I got cert as coder to help me understand all the codes as nowadays most charges are driven by codes...I got my LPN 25 years ago..went into auditing in 1989...I love it...if I had to do it over I would have gotten You definitely didnt bore me. Thank you so much for your reply! |
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Dee in Riverton, Utah 5 months ago |
I am a RN and have a BSN. I am considering HIS opportunities. I am not sure if I should consider coupling coding or auditing training. What jobs are available for this specific skill set? |
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Patty2009 in Kalamazoo, Michigan 5 months ago |
Dee in Riverton, Utah said: I am a RN and have a BSN. I am considering HIS opportunities. I am not sure if I should consider coupling coding or auditing training. What jobs are available for this specific skill set? Hi DEE: I would suggest contacting National Healthcare Inc
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Laurall01 in White Lake, Michigan 5 months ago |
Melony in Palmdale, California said: Hello All, Stay a coder, good money, no back ache, good hours, no exposing yourself to unknown contagious diseases. |
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Leigh in Carmel, Indiana 5 months ago |
I too am an RN w/ a BSN, and interested in coding.
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Stacie in Silver Spring, Maryland 5 months ago |
I am a RN/BSN and have also been researching becoming a RN Coder. I have been a nurse for 15 years and am already burned out and tired of nursing politics. I feel nurses are unappreciated and have to find another outlet. I just saw a job posting here in Atlanta for a RN Inpatient Coder starting at 80,000-150,000 per year. I just registered for a class to become CCS Certified (actually CCA Certified until I get coding experience). I spoke with the instructor and she stated that RN's will be considered golden in this field b/c we have medical terminology, anatomy, and disease process knowledge. She stated that RN's start out anywhere from 80,000 and up here in Atlanta. So basically to answer your question, I would get the RN degree. I hope this helped. |
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Leigh in Carmel, Indiana 5 months ago |
Stacie,
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Kandya in Somerset, Kentucky 4 months ago |
Melony in Palmdale, California said: Hello All, I just completed the certification class for clinical coder (nurse). Check out their website at aacca.net |
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Leigh in Carmel, Indiana 4 months ago |
Melony,
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