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 Accuracy vs Production Standards
When it comes to medical coding accuracy vs production standards, let’s explore how to code both quickly and correctly.
Medical Coding ICD-10-CM Chapters
The medical coding ICD-10-CM chapters manual is organized into 21 chapters, each covering a specific range of codes.
ICD-10-CM 2026 Updates
The FY2026 ICD-10-CM updates: new, deleted and revised codes plus guideline changes, and what they mean for coding accuracy and compliance.
2027 E/M Changes: Proposed Medicare Rules and What Was Finalized for 2026
E/M coding updates for 2026: the payment rule changes and proposals that affect office visits, and how coders can prepare now.
How To Get Your Resume Past AI in Medical Coding
Understanding how AI evaluates resumes, and how to get your resume past AI in medical coding, is key to moving forward in your job search.
Why AI Is Not Ready to Take Over All Medical Coding Jobs
Will AI replace medical coders? Learn why human expertise, coding judgment, compliance knowledge, and documentation review remain essential.
Telehealth / Remote Care Coding: 2026 Updates, Challenges, and Practical Tips
Telehealth coding for 2026: which flexibilities continue, place of service and modifier rules, and practical tips for remote care claims.
How to Become a Federal IDR Arbitrator Using Medical Coding
Learning how to become a federal IDR arbiter using medical coding will give you another option on your career path.
Medical Coding and Ancillary Services
Ancillary services are specialized diagnostic, therapeutic, or support services provided to patients in addition to primary care.