CT Scan CPT Codes (2026 Guide): Complete Coding Reference for Medical Coders By Janine Mothershed CPC, CPC-I Computed Tomography (CT) scans remain among the most commonly reported diagnostic imaging procedures in healthcare. Consequently, understanding how to...
AHIMA CCA & CCS Exam Tips: The Ultimate 2026 Guide to Passing Your Medical Coding Certification Exam Preparing for an AHIMA certification exam can feel overwhelming at first. However, with the right strategy, study plan, and test-taking techniques, passing the...
(Updated May, 2026) Essential Breast Cancer Diagnosis Codes Condition ICD-10 Code When to Use Primary malignant breast cancer C50.- Active malignancy in breast tissue Secondary (metastatic) breast cancer C79.81 Cancer has spread to breast from another site OR breast...
CPT, ICD-10-CM, and HCPCS Coding With Rationales and CPC Exam Tips Quick Summary Cardiac catheterization coding requires careful review of the operative report to determine whether the provider performed left heart catheterization, right heart catheterization,...
Comparing Costs: AAPC CPC Coding Clarified Course vs. College Associate Degree in Medical Coding & Billing Medical coding is a high-demand healthcare profession. Before pursuing a medical coding career, comparing costs, how to train and prepare for certification...
Recent reporting on the U.S. jobs picture Coverage of the January 9, 2026, jobs report focused mainly on overall weak U.S. job growth for 2025, noting that the total number of jobs added was much lower than usual, and the broader job market has been sluggish entering...
Comparative Billing Report (CBR): What Medical Coders and Billers Need to Know A Comparative Billing Report (CBR) is an educational tool used by Medicare to help providers, medical coders, and billing professionals understand how their billing patterns compare to...
What is the Career Outlook for the future of medical coding The future of medical coding—often under the broader umbrella of health information management—is bright. For those entering the profession, mid-career coders, and educators alike, the medical coding outlook...
How to Get a Coding Clarified AAPC CPC Coding Course Scholarship in New York Becoming a Certified Professional Coder (CPC) through AAPC is one of the most respected ways to launch a medical coding career. However, tuition costs can be a barrier — especially for...
The Coding Clarified team offers dedicated support for students looking to launch or advance a career in medical coding. Through their “CPC Medical Coding Scholarships & Grants” program, you can find state-based funding opportunities that help cover the cost of...