1. The Medical Coding Profession
Medical coding professionals are an essential part of the medical billing process. ... The process is the same whether it be government sponsored or privately owned companies and medical coding is still an essential part of the process. ... Doctors and hospitals utilize the coding data and information to protect them against fraud and errors that could be harmful to the patient's well-being. Government agencies use coding data in tracking and combatting health threats such as obesity, contagious diseases and even the use of tobacco by patients. ... When medical bills are submitted to Me...
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