With newer and more complex standards emerging for the entry of medical bills into various billing and insurance systems, it looks as though there will be a big shortage of skilled medical coders in the future. This is a career that can pay $80,000. per year or more, and doesn’t require a college degree, according to Forbes.
Well, it does generally require a certificate or diploma, and coders who have an associate’s degree can tend to get the higher paying jobs in this field. Coding offers some great advantages like the ability to work from your home or, in some cases, work on a part time basis. There can also be long term advantages, since coders can become so skilled in the insurance system that they can often move up to jobs in claim analysis or other analytic functions in the insurance industry or in large health care facilities.
Here’s an update on the coming growth in medical coding from Forbes.com
And a more in-depth explanation of medical coding careers and training opportunities.