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.
Dermatology Medical Coding in 2026: CPT, ICD-10-CM, Biopsies, Lesion Removal, Mohs & Billing Guide
Dermatology coding for 2026: biopsies, lesion destruction, excision, Mohs surgery and diagnosis selection, explained lesion by lesion with billing tips.
Gastroenterology Medical Coding in 2026: CPT, ICD-10-CM, Colonoscopy, EGD, Modifiers & Billing Guide
Gastroenterology coding for 2026: colonoscopy and EGD codes, screening that turns diagnostic, biopsies, polyp removal, modifiers and ICD-10-CM diagnoses.
Evaluation and Management (E/M) Coding Explained Simply: 2026 Guide to MDM, Time & E/M Levels
E/M coding made simple for 2026: how to level a visit by medical decision making or time, count problems and data, and judge risk with confidence.
Work From Home Medical Coding Jobs In 2026
Discover legitimate work-from-home medical coding jobs in 2026, what employers look for, expected pay, and how new coders can get hired remotely.
What Is Medical Coding and How Do I Get Certified in 2026
Learn what medical coding is, what coders do day to day, and the exact steps to become a certified medical coder (CPC) in 2026.
Hierarchical Condition Categories (HCC) Coding in 2026
HCC includes specific codes for specific conditions/illnesses, groups of diagnosis codes. More than 9000 ICD-10-CM maps to 86 HCC codes are part of this.
ICD-10 Codes for Pain: Chronic, Acute, and Cancer-Related (FY2027)
A 2026 guide to ICD-10-CM pain coding, covering G89 chronic and cancer-related pain codes, R52, and proper diagnosis sequencing.
How to Become a Medical Coder in 2026: 10 Steps to Start Your Career
Follow these 10 steps to become a certified medical coder in 2026, from training and CPC certification to landing your first coding job.
Finding the Right Medical Coding School in 2026
Learn what to look for when choosing an online medical coding school, including accreditation, instructors, CPC exam prep, cost, and more.