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How to Become a Medical Coder with No Experience: Your Step-by-Step Guide

Written by Lauren Ambrosio on Thursday, 08 June 2023. Posted in Career, Healthcare

Man in blue scrubs with headset in medical office.

Job opportunities are no longer solely defined by formal education or years of experience. A prime example of this is the field of medical coding. Despite seeming like a specialized profession, you can enter into it even without prior experience!. This guide will help you understand how to become a medical coder when you don’t have professional experience. Let's dive in.

Which Healthcare Career is Right for You?

Written by Ashworth College on Wednesday, 31 March 2021. Posted in Healthcare

Healthcare worker using microscope

If you’re looking for a rewarding new career that’s in-demand, a job in the healthcare industry could be the perfect next step for you. The Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts that, by 2029, the industry as a whole will have added 2 million new jobs — meaning there’s a lot of opportunity for those new to the field to start a career in the field! But which healthcare job is the best fit for you? Here’s what you should know to help you decide.

The Future of Healthcare Careers

Written by Ashworth College on Thursday, 11 February 2021. Posted in Healthcare

Medical person preparing vaccine

Jobs in healthcare have, for the most part, always been in high demand — from behind-the-scenes administrative positions to direct patient-care roles. But the pandemic has especially impacted the need for those jobs and how healthcare works in general. What does that mean for the future of healthcare jobs? Here’s what you should know.

How Can I Become a Physical Therapy Aide?

Written by Autumn Granza on Thursday, 17 September 2020. Posted in Healthcare

Physical therapy equipment.

To start a career as a physical therapy aide you need a high school diploma or equivalent and on-the-job-training. This is an entry-level position, and those interested in the field should be detail oriented and have interpersonal skills.

What are Electronic Medical Records?

Written by Autumn Granza on Wednesday, 02 September 2020. Posted in Healthcare

Inside a medical office.

Electronic medical records (EMR), also known as electronic health records (EHR), are a digital collection of a patient's medical and health history, usually stored on a computer or electronic device.

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