Uncover the World of Medical Coding
Written by Janine Mothershed, CPC, CPC-I, CADS, CAC, Founder and Instructor of Coding Clarified, an AAPC licensed medical coding school. Janine has worked as a medical coder since 2005. Every guideline post here is kept current to the latest code year so you can study and code with confidence.

Medical Coding “Clarified” For Rheumatology
Medical Coding Case Study: Oligoarticular Arthritis Medical Specialty: RheumatologyScenario Type: Established Patient Follow-UpFocus: ICD-10-CM, CPT, and

Medical Coding Neurology
Neurology coding basics: common diagnoses, EEG and nerve conduction testing, E/M, and CPC exam tips for coding neurology services accurately.

AMA Mid-Year CPT Updates For July 2026
Medical Coding “Clarified”: AMA Mid-Year CPT Updates (Effective July 1) The American Medical Association (AMA) periodically releases mid-year CPT code

Medical Coding Upcoming Global Maternity Codes To Be Eliminated In 2027
Medical Coding Global Maternity Codes Are Being Eliminated in 2027: What Coders Need to Know The American Medical Association (AMA) has approved a major

Medical Coding CEUs Made Simple
Need affordable AAPC CEUs? See how TikTok creator DailyBlaik shares continuing education that helps certified coders keep their credentials current.

Medical Coding “Clarified” Punch Biopsy
Punch Biopsy Medical Coding Example Understanding how to correctly code a punch biopsy in medical coding is essential for both CPC exam success and

Medical Coding Podiatry
Medical Coding for Podiatry: Guidelines & Tips for Coders and CPC Students Podiatry coding focuses on services related to the foot, ankle, and lower

Medical Coding Study Tip- Manual Notes For CPC
Medical Coding Study Tips: Why Too Many Notes in Your Manuals Can Hurt Your CPC Exam Performance When preparing for the AAPC Certified Professional Coder

Medical Coding Apprenticeship FAQ
Answers to the most asked questions about the Coding Clarified medical coding apprenticeship: internship, paid apprenticeship and job placement.