Health Information Management Careers Club

“The best way to predict your career is to create it, and the secret to getting ahead is to get started”. Any career requires action, and before acting out, one needs to simply start. Have you ever wanted to take full control of your career while earning more money? Have you always wanted to do a career shift? Perhaps you have always considered being in the Medical Industry but you have no idea how to start, you might be needing that extra push and enough determination, then this podcast is perfect for you! Most of the time we are told that we could only have more money if we earn a degree or if we gain more career experience. However, that is not the case in becoming a potential medical biller. This career allows you to enter the healthcare field without really needing certification and the physical demands that many healthcare jobs entail. You can also work from home and customize your own environment to meet your specific needs. In this episode of the H.I.M. Careers Club Podcast, we are joined by Quiana Craig from New York City. Quiana is a Medical Billing Expert, Medical Billing Business Owner, AAPC Educator, CPB I (Certified Professional Biller Instructor), CPB (Certified Professional Biller), and CDBS (Certified Dental Billing Specialist). Quiana also teaches medical billing, prepares you for certification, and provides a blueprint on starting a home-based billing business for $0 and then growing to earn 6-figures. Join Valerie and Quiana by tuning in to this episode and learn incredible career tips from them! Highlights: [03:04 ] Medical Billing: What is it all about [04:19] Why larger healthcare organizations are more stressful [05:15] Is certification a requirement in the medical billing industry? [07:33] How Quiana’s Career Began [ 11:18 ] The Obstacles Quiana Conquered as a Medical Biller [13:08] The Misconceptions on Medical Billing [17:35] How Quiana started her own Medical Billing Business [18:24] Where to find your clients and providers [23:00] How long does it take to be a Medical Biller [23:48] Advice on Newcomers in the Medical Billing Industry [23:48] Steps on becoming a Medical Biller Links: Website: www.justaskthebiller.com Linktr.ee:  @embcllc Youtube:   askthebiller Facebook:  AskTheBiller IG Handle: @askthebiller @craigquina Email:  [email protected] Mobile:  (866)BILLER1 (866)245-5371

Meet Valerie, Founder, and Owner of The H.I.M. Blueprint For Success! I knew very early on that I wanted to pursue a career in Healthcare. I wanted job security and nothing that dealt with direct hands-on patient care. So Health Information Technology was my choice. I've been in the healthcare industry since 2005, assisting health care organizations to receive proper compensation for services provided. Since the start of my journey in Health Information Management I've accomplished the following:

Over the years I’ve had the opportunity to speak with many patients on an intimate level about their personal struggles. One of the many issues discussed was hair loss due to chemotherapy, radiation therapy, brain surgery, and other chronic health care conditions.  Patients expressed feelings of concern about whether or not their hair would grow back, self-esteem issues, and just not feeling like themselves. I was able to apply my skills in Health Insurance, Coverage & Benefits, Coding, LCD's, and NCD's to create a process to assist women with purchasing wigs utilizing their health insurance benefits.

I've accomplished this all in the past 16 years. However, my career really didn't take off until AFTER I obtained the RHIT credential. I really wish I had someone to guide me along the way in the beginning. I feel as though I would've achieved my goals much sooner.

Nonetheless, it's my mission to help H.I.M. professionals “Think Outside The Box” and achieve success as well in the Healthcare Industry!

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