What's the difference between having an associates in medical coding and billing and just having a certificate
Asked by Jadia Ayla
Is it even necessary to have an associates degree for medical coding and billing? I have been doing some research on this career, I just want to make sure I am making the right choice. I don't want to waste my time earning an associates degree for this career if it's not needed. Any advice from any people in that field?

Best Answer:
An associate degree is from a two year technical or community college. A certificate is something you receive after a single or a series of course(s) focusing on a specific topic. Depending the on the organization employing the medical coders, one or the other will do. I would suggest you contact a local hospital or insurance company and ask them what the qualifications are for there coder positions. Good luck on your career path.