Title: Explain job opportunities in medical coding and billing.
Course: Medical Coding and Billing II (14151-IV) > Section: Introducing Medical Coding and Billing

Explanation may include

- professional coder (CPC)
- certified outpatient coder (COC)
- certified inpatient coder (CIC)
- certified risk adjustment coder (CRC)
- certified professional biller (CPB)
- certified professional medical auditor (CPMA)
- certified physician practice manager (CPPM)
- certified professional compliance officer (CPCO).

Other career opportunities may include

- consultant
- trainer
- auditor
- practice manager
- compliance officer
- hospital coder
- physician/outpatient coder.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What are the credentialing organizations for medical coding and/or medical billing?
- Where are potential employment opportunities?
- From where did the International Classification of Diseases (ICD)  originate?