u/PretendWay3096

A lot of people ask if medical coding is still worth getting into because of AI and the job market.

From what I’ve seen, the field is definitely more competitive now, especially for beginners. But coding isn’t just typing codes into a system. You still need to understand documentation, insurance rules, denials, modifiers, audits, and specialty guidelines. That part still needs human review.

I also think people underestimate how helpful billing or front office experience can be when trying to get into coding. Even small healthcare experience helps.

If anyone here started recently, how has your experience been finding a job or getting certified?