Medical Billing and Coding Outline IntroductionWhat is the difference between a medical biller and a medical coder? The answers to this and a few other questions, on related fields, will be provided here to inform the curious and career-undecided. While both fields are slightly different, both require good communication and self-esteem, among other similarities. Contents Subtopic 1: • Medical billing transforms healthcare services into billing requests. The biller's responsibility is to follow up on this request to ensure that doctors, hospitals, third-party billing companies, as well as federal and state governments receive reimbursement for the work provided. An experienced biller can increase revenue performance for the facility by keeping the business running smoothly.• The biller typically collects all data related to the bill, including claims submission, payment posting, l charge entry, insurance follow-up, and patient follow-up. • Medical billers often communicate with doctors and other healthcare providers to explain diagnoses or obtain additional information via phone, email, fax, etc. . The biller must know how to read a medical record and be familiar with CPT®, HCPCS Level II and ICD Codes -9-CM. • A certified medical biller is one who passes the certified medical reimbursement specialist exam and, thanks to the certification, is highly sought after. Medical billing offers the chance for a well-organized, task-oriented individual to utilize his or her eye for specificity in a crucial role within the healthcare industry. A biller with a good self-concept can communicate effectively because he has self-confidence, can read accurately...... middle of paper...... healthcare organizations, consultancy firms, services independent billing and coding and government agencies. Most medical coding specialists work in an office building or in the back office of a hospital or clinic. Off-site coding positions exist, but they are rare and usually require many years of successful work experience. Conclusion Now, even though I will be both a medical biller and a coder, it is important to note the differences between the two. Having good self-esteem will help me communicate effectively with my patients or clients. Strong self-talk is helpful in communication and the medical field because you will always be ready, confident, and full of energy in your work and life. Professionalism in the written format can also be helpful to me, as far as developing personal skills for effective communication.