This field has seen a huge increase in demand in recent years, due to a new medical coding language being implemented and the demand for proper billing practices going up. (medicalassistantschools.com)
They work closely with medical personnel to ensure proper billing, checking that all appropriate procedures and no erroneous charges are included in the final bill presented to the patient. (payscale.com)
Without proper billing procedures, healthcare facilities quickly run out of money. (medicalassistantschools.com)