Luc
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It seems likely that I will go into Medical Billing & Coding in the future. I have the interest, but I'm unsure if I have the capability.
Main question: I'm wondering what unique challenges the medical field might pose for someone on the spectrum.
I fear my weaknesses would raise significant issues for me.
Most notably:
I can endure some chaos so long as I have a clear directive (where to go, what to do, when to do it, how long to do it, etc).
Any experience you could share would be much appreciated. Not just for Medical Coding, but for hospital jobs in general.
And yes, I have read you can supposedly work from home as a Medical Coder, though I am not privy to the details.
Main question: I'm wondering what unique challenges the medical field might pose for someone on the spectrum.
I fear my weaknesses would raise significant issues for me.
Most notably:
- My low frustration threshold.
- If I get stuck, and cannot figure something out / fix a problem, I cannot handle it. I become overwhelmed with an indescribable emotion. Often, I'm unable to speak properly during this.
- My need for exact, detailed directions.
- I need to be slightly "bossed around", or else I become lost and don't know what to do with myself.
- I commonly get stuck analyzing directions, wondering if I am following them correctly. I often need to ask for clarification.
- Maths.
- I am ineptitude incarnate when faced with any maths.
- I can only hope that any maths required of me can be completed with a calculator...
- Interpreting people.
- For example, if someone acts nice, I assume they are actually being nice. I never notice passive-aggressiveness or implications.
- My mental health.
- I also have Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Major Depressive Disorder, and Gender Identity Disorder. I wonder if this would make employers reluctant to hire me.
I can endure some chaos so long as I have a clear directive (where to go, what to do, when to do it, how long to do it, etc).
Any experience you could share would be much appreciated. Not just for Medical Coding, but for hospital jobs in general.
And yes, I have read you can supposedly work from home as a Medical Coder, though I am not privy to the details.
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