I have license to work as a medical biller specialist. But all the jobs I’ve applied for ask me for 2 years of experience. How can I work as a medical biller if I don’t have experience. Should I change my career?
I wouldn’t change rather find a way to get some experience. If you know any doctors or other health related offices, ask to sign on as an apprentice. There is a good article on this site you can read up on.
Most of the medical coders I talked to had to work in a medical office before they were hired as a medical coder. It’s not fair, but that seems to be the path many have had to go to transfer over or get a coding job, since many doctor’s offices don’t want to take a chance with someone who isn’t already familiar with the workings of a medical office environment. Even the AHIMA medical coding certification organization strongly suggests that you have at least 6 months-2 years of coding experience before they think you should try to take their exams.
try volunteering your time to get some experience. then you can list it on your resume when you apply for jobs.
I wouldn’t change rather find a way to get some experience. If you know any doctors or other health related offices, ask to sign on as an apprentice. There is a good article on this site you can read up on.
Most of the medical coders I talked to had to work in a medical office before they were hired as a medical coder. It’s not fair, but that seems to be the path many have had to go to transfer over or get a coding job, since many doctor’s offices don’t want to take a chance with someone who isn’t already familiar with the workings of a medical office environment. Even the AHIMA medical coding certification organization strongly suggests that you have at least 6 months-2 years of coding experience before they think you should try to take their exams.
Good luck!