Medical billing and coding is an essential part of the healthcare industry, responsible for translating patient encounters into standardized codes used for claims submission and reimbursement.

The process involves reviewing physician notes, patient records, lab results, and other clinical documentation to assign appropriate codes to each service or procedure.

This system ensures that healthcare providers receive payment for the services they provide and helps insurance companies accurately process claims.

Over the years, medical billing and coding has undergone significant changes, from handwritten patient documents and typewriters to the digitization of patient files and the use of electronic health records (EHRs).

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