Otolaryngology coding

Hi,

I'm a student and wish to take up medical coding, otolaryngology in particular. Could someone tell me how to go on about it? Waht course shoulf I take up first....or... can I go direct to otolaryngology? a bit confused actually......

Thanks :)

Otolaryngology coding

Hello

I think I would start learning the general principles of coding, prior to specialization, unless you're fortunate enough to be working in an office that does that specialty. In that case, it's easier to learn that coding because you have the clinical and non-clinical staff to help.

If you're not able to work in an ENT office, then learn general coding first, and then take a specialty course. Karen Zupko and the Otolaryngology Academy offer courses throughout the year. I think a basis in coding would help before taking them.

http://www.karenzupko.com/workshops/otolarngology/index.html