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The AHIMA HI-Five Web SeriesEpisode 9 - Chatting AI with Mark SendakJoin AHIMA as they chat with Mark Sendak of Duke's Health AI Partnership and Vega Health. Hear Mark's perspective on how AI is impacting healthcare, how to regulate it, and what sparked his interest in working with AI. Be sure to read Mark's article on eliminating the AI digital divide by building local capacity: https://journals.plos.org/digitalhealth/article?id=10.1371/journal.pdig.0001026Question's about today's episode? Email us at advocacy (at) AHIMA (dot) org. Music courtesy of IMUNO. Track Name: SarruTonin. Artist Name: Heston Mimms, IMUNO.
2025-11-1028 minThe AHIMA HI-Five Web SeriesEpisode 8 - On the Ground Live! at AHIMA25Join the Policy & Government Affairs team as they take you on the ground in Minneapolis to capture the conversation at AHIMA25. You'll hear from AHIMA members, session speakers, and health IT experts as they discuss why AHIMA is an important part of the digital health policy landscape and the current happenings in Washington. Question's about today's episode? Email us at advocacy (at) AHIMA (dot) org. Music courtesy of IMUNO. Track Name: SarruTonin. Artist Name: Heston Mimms, IMUNO.
2025-10-2118 min
Talk Ten TuesdaysLIVE FROM AHIMA: 2025 AHIMA ConferenceJoin us this coming Tuesday, Oct. 14, when Talk Ten Tuesday will bring you an exclusive interview with two nationally recognized healthcare leaders: Thea Campbell and Mackenzie Higgins. Thea Campbell is the 2026 AHIMA President-Elect and Mackenzie Higgins is the 2025 AHIMA Emerging Star award recipient.The popular broadcast will also feature these instantly recognizable panelists, who will report more news during their segments:CDI Report: Cheryl Ericson, Senior Director of Clinical Policy and Education for the vaunted Brundage Group, will have the latest clinical documentation integrity (CDI) updates.Social Determinants of Health: Tiffany Ferguson...
2025-10-1428 minThe AHIMA HI-Five Web SeriesEpisode 7 - A Pulse Check on Electronic Prior Authorization with WEDIJoin the Executive Director of WEDI, Rob Tennant, for a conversation on electronic prior authorization. Andrew and Rob touch on the history of current electronic prior authorization regulatory requirements, how those requirements are being implemented, and what the status of that implementation is. Question's about today's episode? Email us at advocacy (at) AHIMA (dot) org. Music courtesy of IMUNO. Track Name: SarruTonin. Artist Name: Heston Mimms, IMUNO.
2025-09-0831 minThe AHIMA HI-Five Web SeriesEpisode 6 - Health IT Policy Check-Up with the End-Users AllianceJoin members of the Health IT End-Users Alliance as they chat about the importance of having the end-user at the table during technology, as well as policy, development and discuss the latest healthcare policy changes in Washington impacting end-users.Question's about today's episode? Email us at advocacy (at) AHIMA (dot) org. Music courtesy of IMUNO. Track Name: SarruTonin. Artist Name: Heston Mimms, IMUNO.
2025-08-0829 minThe AHIMA HI-Five Web SeriesEpisode 5 - Talking Veterans Issues with Rep. Tom Barrett (R-MI-7)Rep. Tom Barrett (R-MI-7) joins AHIMA's Kate McFadyen for a conversation on Veterans' Affairs issues in Congress, where they stand today, and work Congress is doing to improve both the care veterans receive and the digital healthcare ecosystem enabling that care.Question's about today's episode? Email us at advocacy (at) AHIMA (dot) org. Music courtesy of IMUNO. Track Name: SarruTonin. Artist Name: Heston Mimms, IMUNO.
2025-07-0715 min
HIPcastEpisode 42 - HIPcast - AHIMA 25 Pres Elect CandidatesIn this episode of HIPcast, we provide an opportunity for the 2025 AHIMA President-Elect candidates to introduce themselves to you, the AHIMA member. Learn more about our candidates in this year’s election. #HIPcast with Shannan and Seth.Candidate Info:Angie Comfort – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h9oWpif8ZS4Sue Clark Kendrick – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yY43S-cW1BA AHIMA Links:https://www.ahima.org/landing-pages/2025-ahima-ballot-candidates/HIPcast brought to you by Enterprise Social RecordShow Sponsor:MR...
2025-06-3039 min
Wednesday Wellness Debrief | Your Journey to Wellness and Maternal HealthWellness in Healthcare: Understanding Social Determinants of HealthJoin Brittany, host of Wednesday Wellness Debrief, as we explore the often-overlooked forces shaping our well-being: the Social Determinants of Health (SDoH). Inspired by Brittany's Master's thesis journey, we break down how factors like economic stability, education, healthcare access, neighborhood, and social connections profoundly influence health outcomes.You'll learn how SDoH data is now being collected in medical records for tailored care and gain insights on how this knowledge empowers your wellness journey and inspires advocacy for a healthier, more equitable world.Love what you heard? Don't miss out on more episodes like this! Follow...
2025-06-2509 min
Late Night TacosReasons to speak your beliefsWhat is happening in our world? I’m offering my thoughts and opinions on why you should be speaking up. How being “neutral” can truly be a vote for violence.
2025-06-1519 minThe AHIMA HI-Five Web SeriesEpisode 4 - Using Data to Address Social Needs with Gravity Project's Sarah DeSilveyThe Gravity Project's Director of Clinical Informatics, Sarah DeSilvey, joins AHIMA Senior Director of Coding Policy and Compliance, Sue Bowman, for a conversation on how to utilize health data to identify and address an individuals social needs.Question's about today's episode? Email us at advocacy (at) AHIMA (dot) org. Music courtesy of IMUNO. Track Name: SarruTonin. Artist Name: Heston Mimms, IMUNO.
2025-06-0928 minThe AHIMA HI-Five Web SeriesEpisode 3 - Tackling Patient MatchingBanner Health IT Director of Person Identity Management, Megan Pruente, joins AHIMA Senior Director of Government Affairs, Kate McFadyen, for a conversation on patient matching in healthcare and the challenges, as well as possible solutions, to the problem. Question's about today's episode? Email us at advocacy (at) AHIMA (dot) org. Music courtesy of IMUNO. Track Name: SarruTonin. Artist Name: Heston Mimms, IMUNO.
2025-05-1223 minHIPcastBonus Episode 9 - HIPcast - HIP Week and AwardsIn this bonus episode of HIPcast, Shannan and Seth discuss the 2025 HIP Week and the AHIMA Awards. We encourage all HIPcast listeners to consider an HI Professional to nominate for an AHIMA or Component State award. Happy HIP Week to all of our HIPcast listeners. #HIPcast with Shannan and Seth.Resources:https://hipweek.ahima.org/https://hipweek.ahima.org/media/ynrjqbyc/2025-hip-week-toolkit-2.pdfhttps://www.ahima.org/who-we-are/triumph-awards/HIPcast brought to you by Enterprise Social RecordShow Sponsor:Solarity...
2025-04-2320 minThe AHIMA HI-Five Web SeriesCatching Up on Congress with Politico's Ben LeonardAHIMA's Senior Director of Regulatory and International Affairs Andrew Tomlinson chats with Politico's Congressional Domestic Policy Reporter Ben Leonard on the changes at the US Department of Health and Human Service (HHS), how they are being perceived in Congress, and what's next for the reconciliation process. Question's about today's episode? Email us at advocacy (at) AHIMA (dot) org. Music courtesy of IMUNO. Track Name: SarruTonin. Artist Name: Heston Mimms, IMUNO.
2025-04-1518 min
The AHIMA HI-Five Web SeriesEpisode 1 - An Update from WashingtonJoin the AHIMA Advocacy & Policy team for its first episode of the HI-Five providing an update from Washington. Moderated by AHIMA Chief Public Policy & Impact Officer Lauren Riplinger, the conversation covers what is happening in Congress, the Administration, and touches on topics most important to HI professionals. Guests include AHIMA Senior Director of Coding Policy & Compliance Sue Bowman, Senior Director of Government Affairs Kate McFadyen, and Senior Director of Regulatory and International Affairs Andrew Tomlinson. Questions about today's episode? Email us at advocacy (at) AHIMA (dot) org. ...
2025-03-1023 min
Pharma Marketing Playbook: Data, GenAI, and BeyondDoctors vs. Machines: Who Will Lead Healthcare’s Future?Welcome to another exciting episode of the Pharma Marketing Playbook, Data, Gen, AI, and Beyond! Join our host Saumya Prakash, co-founder at Multiplier AI, as she engages in a riveting conversation with Trayanna Whiting, Director of Education for Data Analytics and Informatics at AHIMA. In this episode, Trayanna shares her inspiring journey from clinical nursing roles to leadership in data analytics and informatics. Discover how her clinical expertise has influenced her approach to data-driven solutions in healthcare and how technology is revolutionizing patient care. Gain insights into the importance of continuous learning, AI trends, and the future of electronic...
2025-02-1842 min
Relish A Full Audiobook That Is Simply Next-Level.Conquer the AHIMA CHPS Exam: Your Concise Guide to Becoming Certified in Healthcare Privacy and Security by Philip Martin McCaulayPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/123911to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Conquer the AHIMA CHPS Exam: Your Concise Guide to Becoming Certified in Healthcare Privacy and Security
Author: Philip Martin McCaulay
Format: mp3
Length: 2 hrs and 15 mins
Release date: 02-16-25
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2025-02-162h 15
Enjoy A Full Audiobook That Is Simply Riveting.Conquer the AHIMA CHDA Exam: Your Concise Guide to Becoming a Certified Health Data Analyst by Philip Martin McCaulayPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/123919to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Conquer the AHIMA CHDA Exam: Your Concise Guide to Becoming a Certified Health Data Analyst
Author: Philip Martin McCaulay
Format: mp3
Length: 1 hr and 45 mins
Release date: 02-16-25
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2025-02-161h 45Savor This Breakthrough Full Audiobook And Feel The Difference.Conquer the AHIMA CHPS Exam: Your Concise Guide to Becoming Certified in Healthcare Privacy and Security by Philip Martin McCaulayPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/123911to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Conquer the AHIMA CHPS Exam: Your Concise Guide to Becoming Certified in Healthcare Privacy and Security
Author: Philip Martin McCaulay
Format: mp3
Length: 2 hrs and 15 mins
Release date: 02-16-25
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2025-02-162h 15
Tune In To The Most Critically-Acclaimed Full Audiobook Today!Conquer the AHIMA CDIP Exam: Your Concise Guide to Becoming a Certified Documentation Integrity Practitioner by Philip Martin McCaulayPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/123962to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Conquer the AHIMA CDIP Exam: Your Concise Guide to Becoming a Certified Documentation Integrity Practitioner
Author: Philip Martin McCaulay
Format: mp3
Length: 2 hrs and 27 mins
Release date: 02-12-25
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2025-02-122h 27
Get Lost In The Full Audiobook That Keeps Busy Professionals Hooked.Conquer the AHIMA RHIA Exam: Your Concise Guide to Becoming a Registered Health Information Administrator by Philip Martin McCaulayPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/123904to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Conquer the AHIMA RHIA Exam: Your Concise Guide to Becoming a Registered Health Information Administrator
Author: Philip Martin McCaulay
Format: mp3
Length: 2 hrs and 4 mins
Release date: 02-10-25
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2025-02-102h 04
Experience This Eye-Opening Full Audiobook — Perfect Before Bedtime.Conquer the AHIMA RHIT Exam: Your Concise Guide to Becoming a Registered Health Information Technician by Philip Martin McCaulayPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/123902to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Conquer the AHIMA RHIT Exam: Your Concise Guide to Becoming a Registered Health Information Technician
Author: Philip Martin McCaulay
Format: mp3
Length: 2 hrs and 21 mins
Release date: 02-09-25
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2025-02-092h 21
Start: This Must-Listen Full Audiobook For Book-Lovers.Conquer the AHIMA CCS-P Exam: Your Concise Guide to Physician-Based Coding Certification and Becoming a Certified Coding Specialist – Physician Based by Philip Martin McCaulayPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/123957to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Conquer the AHIMA CCS-P Exam: Your Concise Guide to Physician-Based Coding Certification and Becoming a Certified Coding Specialist – Physician Based
Author: Philip Martin McCaulay
Format: mp3
Length: 2 hrs and 9 mins
Release date: 02-09-25
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2025-02-092h 09Discover The Full Audiobook That Keeps Thriller Fans Hooked.Conquer the AHIMA RHIT Exam: Your Concise Guide to Becoming a Registered Health Information Technician by Philip Martin McCaulayPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/123902to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Conquer the AHIMA RHIT Exam: Your Concise Guide to Becoming a Registered Health Information Technician
Author: Philip Martin McCaulay
Format: mp3
Length: 2 hrs and 21 mins
Release date: 02-09-25
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2025-02-092h 21
Embark On The Most Edge-Of-Your-Seat Full Audiobook Today!Conquer the AHIMA CCA Exam: Your Concise Guide to Entry-Level Medical Coding Certification and Becoming a Certified Coding Associate by Philip Martin McCaulayPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/123936to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Conquer the AHIMA CCA Exam: Your Concise Guide to Entry-Level Medical Coding Certification and Becoming a Certified Coding Associate
Author: Philip Martin McCaulay
Format: mp3
Length: 2 hrs and 23 mins
Release date: 02-08-25
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2025-02-082h 23
Get Lost In An Vivid Full Audiobook And Elevate Your Mindset.Conquer the AHIMA CCS Exam: Your Concise Guide to Advanced Medical Coding Certification and Becoming a Certified Coding Specialist by Philip Martin McCaulayPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/123876to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Conquer the AHIMA CCS Exam: Your Concise Guide to Advanced Medical Coding Certification and Becoming a Certified Coding Specialist
Author: Philip Martin McCaulay
Format: mp3
Length: 2 hrs and 7 mins
Release date: 02-08-25
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2025-02-082h 07
Lead with Faith: Empowering the Next Generation(AHIMA) Certified Coding Specialist – Physician-based (CCS-P) certification OverviewSend us a textThis Deep Dive reviews the key themes and important information regarding the Certified Coding Specialist – Physician-based (CCS-P) exam, drawing from various provided sources.I. OverviewThe CCS-P certification, offered by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA), validates coding professionals in physician-focused settings like offices, group practices, and clinics. CCS-P-certified professionals are vital in revenue cycle management and liaise between healthcare providers and payers.II. Exam Structure and ContentFormat: Computer-based, administered at Pearson VUE testing centers.Questions: 121 to...
2024-12-2122 min
Healthcare NOW Radio Podcast Network - Discussions on healthcare including technology, innovation, policy, data security, telehealth and more. Visit HealthcareNOWRadio.comMRO Exchange: Looking ahead to 2025 w/ AHIMA's Chief Public Policy Officer, Lauren RiplingerS1E13: Host Adrienne Morrell, MRO's VP of Government Affairs is joined by AHIMA's Chief Public Policy and Impact Officer, Lauren Riplinger, where they look ahead to 2025. In a post-election environment, they discuss what is potentially in store for health information management on the Hill as well as for AHIMA.
Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen/
2024-12-1022 minHealthcare NOW Radio Podcast Network - Discussions on healthcare including technology, innovation, policy, data security, telehealth and more. Visit HealthcareNOWRadio.comMRO Exchange: The Path to Outsourcing ROI at AHIMA Annual ConferenceS1E12: Host Angela Rose recently moderated a panel of HIM experts at the AHIMA Annual Conference. Listen in to the live discussion about the path to outsourcing ROI, that was hosted during the conference in the MRO booth.
Panelists: Cheryl Doudican, Shandra Crayton-Artis, and Karla Viruet
Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen/
2024-11-2227 minHIPcastBonus Episode 6 - HIPcast - AHIMA24 House of DelegatesIn this episode of HIPcast, we are talking #AHIMA24 House of Delegates for general member education. Each Component Association of AHIMA sends Delegates to represent you, the member, in governing the profession. This year’s HoD will be a busy one with AHIMA Bylaws revisions and we want you to be informed and to reach out to your delegation to get involved. #HIPcast with Shannan and Seth.
2024-10-0339 min
The ACDIS PodcastCompliant query practiceToday’s guest is Tammy Combs, RN, MSN, CDIP, CCS, CNE, CDI strategy and innovation director for HCPro and AHIMA, who is based in Ozark, Missouri. Today’s show is hosted by ACDIS Director Rebecca Hendren, Associate Editorial Director Linnea Archibald, Editorial Manager, Events and Products, Karla Kozak, and Editor Jess Fluegel. The show provides a glimpse behind the scenes of all things ACDIS in a more casual, conversational format than our other podcast series.
During today’s show, Tammy and Rebecca discussed the ACDIS/AHIMA Guidelines for Achieving a Compliant Query Practice—2022 Update, which can be accessed here. (https://bit.ly/3...
2024-08-1437 minHIPcastBonus Episode 5 - HIPcast - Does the AHIMA Mission Statement Need Updated?In this bonus episode of HIPcast, Rose T. Dunn, MBA, RHIA, CPA, FACHE, FHFMA and Merida L. Johns, Ph.D., share a proposal from AHIMA Past Presidents to update the AHIMA Mission. This proposal puts the member at the center point and proposes the mission statement update as the north star for our membership association and future. #HIPcast with Shannan and Seth. Show Sponsor:DatavantLearn more at www.datavant.com
2024-08-0543 minTalk Ten TuesdaysIn Deference to HIM: Chevron ExplainedWhat is “Chevron deference?”And why is it important – especially to health information management (HIM) professionals?And who among the most learned and wise HIM professionals is arguably best qualified to report on this otherwise arcane judicial principle?That would be the legendary Rose T. Dunn.Dunn has offered to speak on this topic during the next edition of Talk Ten Tuesdays and is expected to highlight examples that are sure to resonate with HIM professionals. Rose is the former interim CEO for the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) and the recipient of the AH...
2024-07-0934 minHIPcastBonus Episode 4 - HIPcast - 2024 AHIMA Speaker-Elect CandidatesIn this episode of HIPcast, we are introduced to the 2024 AHIMA Speaker-Elect Candidates Tina Mazuch and Susan Foster. Join us in learning more about the candidates for the upcoming election. #HIPcast with Shannan and Seth.
2024-07-0136 minHIPcastBonus Episode 3 - HIPcast - 2024 AHIMA President-Elect CandidatesIn this episode of HIPcast, we are introduced to the 2024 AHIMA President-Elect Candidates Thea Campbell and Susan Clark. Join us in learning more about the candidates for the upcoming election. #HIPcast with Shannan and Seth.
2024-06-2540 min
MedAxiom HeartTalkRevenue Recovery: Interprofessional ConsultationClick here for the Revenue Recovery cheat sheet:
https://hubs.ly/Q02yqht40Welcome to the next episode of our HeartTalk podcast series, Revenue Recovery. Host Melanie Lawson, MS, speaks with MedAxiom’s Nicole F. Knight, LPN, CPC, CCS-P, executive vice president of Revenue Cycle Solutions and Care Transformation, and Linda Gates-Striby, CCS-P, ACS-CA, Revenue Cycle Solutions consultant. They discuss the coverage eligibility for Interprofessional Consultation services and share specific examples your practice can use to capture those services, all while improving patient care.Guest Bios:Nicole F. Knight, LPN, CPC, CCS-PExecutive Vice...
2024-05-2815 minMedAxiom HeartTalkRevenue Recovery: 99211 for Established Patient VisitsClick here for the Revenue Recovery cheat sheet:
https://hubs.ly/Q02x7ncv0Welcome to the next episode of our HeartTalk podcast series, Revenue Recovery. Host Melanie Lawson, MS, speaks with MedAxiom’s Nicole F. Knight, LPN, CPC, CCS-P, executive vice president of Revenue Cycle Solutions and Care Transformation, and Linda Gates-Striby, CCS-P, ACS-CA, Revenue Cycle Solutions consultant. They discuss specific use cases for CPT code 99211 and give implementation tips to help ensure your practice leaves no dollar on the table.Guest Bios:Nicole F. Knight, LPN, CPC, CCS-PExecutive Vice President, Reve...
2024-05-1416 minHIPcastBonus Episode 2 - HIPcast - AHIMA Advocacy Summit 2024 Update with Lauren Riplinger, JDIn this bonus episode of HIPcast, Lauren Riplinger, JD, AHIMA Chief Public Policy and Impact Officer, shares the update from the 2024 AHIMA Advocacy Summit where HI Professionals from all over the country met with lawmakers. We also discuss the importance of advocacy at the National, State and Local levels for all HI Professionals. #HIPcast with Shannan and Seth.Show Sponsor:Harris Data Integrity SolutionsLearn more at www.harrisdataintegritysolutions.com
2024-03-2735 minHIPcastEpisode 9 - HIPcast - HIP in an IT World with Daniel UtechIn this episode of HIPcast, Daniel Utech, MBA, RHIA, CHPS, FAHIMA, AHIMA Board of Director, discusses his journey into HI and how he works in IT within his health system. Daniel is also an AHIMA Board of Director member and has served as co-chair of the AHIMA Advocacy and Policy Committee. #HIPcast with Shannan and Seth.Show Sponsor:FairCode – For more information about FairCode and how you can experience the maximum in healthcare revenue optimization, contact Steve Hansen at: shansen@faircode.com or (615) 600-2166.https://www.faircode.com/https://docuvoice.com/
2024-03-2542 minHIPcastBonus Episode 1 - HIPcast - An Intro to AHIMA CEO Dr. Kevin KlauerIn this bonus episode of HIPcast, Dr. Kevin Klauer, DO, EJD, FACEP, FACOEP, Chief Executive Officer of AHIMA, provides an introduction and vision for the future of our profession. We hope you enjoy getting to know our new AHIMA CEO and how he believes HI Professionals play a critical role in the healthcare delivery process. #HIPcast with Shannan and Seth. Show Sponsor:Enterprise Social Record – For more information about ESR and how they can help your SDOH programs, visit www.enterprisesr.com or call (844) 736-4377 X701.
2024-02-0542 minLate Night TacosThis Salsa WorldI'm so excited y'all!
I paired up with Angela Boone of Stellar Step Podcast and we chat about everything from how congresses are organized from a amatuer performers point of view to imposter syndrome as a teacher!
Check out the Stellar Step Podcast wherever you find your podcast or on anchor.fm
10/6/2020
2024-01-0152 minLate Night TacosEntrepreneurship Wins and HacksHey hey hey! Second episode, whoot!! On this episode I'll be going over some things I've learned in my dance entrepreneurship journey, my successes, hacks I've learned and more. Join me.
September 17, 2020 at 3:45 PM
2024-01-0128 min2024-01-0119 min
Late Night TacosSalsa Congress ReadinessWhat is a Salsa/Bachata Congress or Festival? What are the benefits? How do you prepare for one? All of these questions and more answered in today's pod.
Let me know what tips you have for congress readiness!
DM me on IG or FB: NashvilleSalsaDancing
Email: Nicole@AhimaDance.com
2024-01-0122 min
Healthcare IT Today InterviewsFrom Paper to Pixels: The Future is Bright for Health Information ManagementThe evolution of Health Information Management (HIM) professionals has been remarkable. They are no longer paper pushers (literally) and are now stewards of healthcare data. Jennifer Mueller, President of the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA), sees a bright future for the HIM industry.
Healthcare IT Today sat down with Jennifer Mueller, AHIMA President and the Vice President & Privacy Officer at the Wisconsin Hospital Association Information Center (WHAIC) to the explore the past, present, and bright future of HIM professionals. We caught up with her at the 2023 American Health Information Management Association annual conference (AHIMA23).
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2023-12-2214 min
MedAxiom HeartTalkRevenue Recovery: Home Health Certification & RecertificationClick here for the Revenue Recovery cheat sheet: https://hubs.ly/Q02531_L0 Welcome to the fourth episode of our HeartTalk podcast series, Revenue Recovery. Host Melanie Lawson, MS, speaks with MedAxiom’s Nicole F. Knight, LPN, CPC, CCS-P, executive vice president of Revenue Cycle Solutions and Care Transformation, and Linda Gates-Striby, CCS-P, ACS-CA, Revenue Cycle Solutions consultant. Together, they discuss the challenges and benefits of capturing home health certification and recertification services and share some top implementation tips your practice can use.Guest Bios: Nicole F. Knight, LPN, CPC, CCS-PExecutive Vice Pr...
2023-10-1113 min
Dance No Cap PodcastSeason 2 Episode 15: How To Run A Successful Studio In Your City (with Nicole Ahima)Yesi & Amber catch up with Nashvilles own amazing Nicole Ahima who has been a teacher, studio owner, Buisness runner for over the last 10 years!
2023-10-111h 50Talk Ten TuesdaysLive from AHIMA Annual ConferenceThe nation’s healthcare spotlight will shine on the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) during the organization’s live AHIMA23 Conference, gaveling to order Oct. 8 through Oct. 10 at the Baltimore Convention Center.During the next live edition of Talk Ten Tuesdays, the legendary Rose Dunn, former AHIMA president and CEO, will be the broadcast’s special guest. She will report on activities taking place there, as several thousand HIM and other healthcare professionals gather for the annual event. Dunn is the current chief operating officer for First Class Solutions, a frequent guest on Talk Ten Tuesdays, and a...
2023-10-1028 min
Health Analytic Insights PodcastThe Importance of Data Governance in Health InformaticsIn this episode of the Health Analytic Insights podcast I am talking all about data governance, what is it, and the importance of integrating data governance within healthcare organizations, to get the best use of your data.
Resources:
Start Your Career in Health Informatics: https://hlthanalyticinsights.gumroad.com/l/healthinformatics
AHIMA data governance definition: https://www.ahima.org/media/pmcb0fr5/healthcare-data-governance-practice-brief-final.pdf
PRAMS dataset: https://www.cdc.gov/prams/index.htm
Welcome to the Health Analytic Insights Podcast. This podcast is ALL...
2023-10-0908 min
Healthcare IT TodayHealth IT PotpourriFor the 124th episode of the Healthcare IT Podcast, we are mixing together some of the recent health IT news with previews of some upcoming conferences to make our own little health IT potpourri! The first big news item we are discussing is UPMC and Intermountain moving to Epic. Then we discuss the acquisition of NextGen by Thoma Bravo. Lastly, we take a look forward and give a little preview of the upcoming HLTH and AHIMA conferences!
Here’s a preview of the topics we discuss in this episode:
UPMC and Intermountain Moving to Epic
NextGen Ac...
2023-10-0227 minMedAxiom HeartTalkRevenue Recovery: Advanced Care PlanningClick here for the Revenue Recovery cheat sheet: https://hubs.ly/Q023rDk50Welcome to the third episode of our new HeartTalk podcast series, Revenue Recovery. Host Melanie Lawson, MS, speaks with MedAxiom’s Nicole F. Knight, LPN, CPC, CCS-P, executive vice president of Revenue Cycle Solutions and Care Transformation, and Linda Gates-Striby, CCS-P, ACS-CA, Revenue Cycle Solutions consultant. They discuss the challenges of capturing Advanced Care Planning services and share some practical tips to take back to your organization.Guest Bios: Nicole F. Knight, LPN, CPC, CCS-PExecutive Vice President, Revenue Cycle So...
2023-09-2614 minHealth Analytic Insights PodcastHow I Would Learn Health Informatics If I Had to Start OverOn this episode of the podcast, with #SeptemberSurge on the horizon, I wanted to provide some advice on how I would prepare for a health informatics job if I had to start from scratch!
Resources:
Ultimate Guide to Starting Your Career in Health Informatics: https://hlthanalyticinsights.gumroad.com/l/healthinformatics
Alex the Analyst: https://www.youtube.com/@AlexTheAnalyst
Luke Barousse: https://www.youtube.com/@LukeBarousse
AHIMA Career Map: https://my.ahima.org/careermap
Digital Health Canada career matrix: https://digitalhealthcanada.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/Career-Matrix-One-Page-vDEC16...
2023-09-1812 minMedAxiom HeartTalkRevenue Recovery: Counseling for Low-Dose CT ScanClick here for Revenue Recovery "Cheat Sheet" Welcome to the second episode of our new HeartTalk podcast series, Revenue Recovery, in which we aim to empower you to communicate effectively and ensure your organization does not leave any money on the table. Host Melanie Lawson, MS, speaks with MedAxiom's Nicole F. Knight, LPN, CPC, CCS-P, executive vice president of Revenue Cycle Solutions and Care Transformation, and Linda Gates-Striby, CCS-P, ACS-CA, Revenue Cycle Solutions consultant. They share tips for capturing counseling services for a low-dose CT scan and why shared decision-making with the patient is essential....
2023-07-2713 min
Planetary Health First Mars Next, a Michael Mann productionHealthcare IT EMRS in Correctional Facilities with Susan Clark and Michael Mann Episode # 22Healthcare IT EMRS in Correctional Facilities with Susan Clark and Michael Mann Episode # 22
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Bio: Susan Clark
Known as the “Health IT Rock Star,” Susan Clark advises HIEs and state health agencies on strategy, funding, and policy. Susan’s 25-ye...
2023-07-1517 minMedAxiom HeartTalkRevenue Recovery: Smoking and Tobacco CessationClick Here for Revenue Recovery "Cheat Sheet"While you may or may not be the person coding revenue cycle services, many of you are responsible for your program’s overall success with revenue recovery and know all too well the challenges that come with it. Welcome to the first episode of our new podcast series, Revenue Recovery, where we aim to empower YOU – physicians, administrators and revenue cycle managers – to effectively communicate and ensure your organization does not leave any money on the table. On MedAxiom HeartTalk, host Melanie Lawson speaks with MedAxiom’s Nicole F. Knight, LPN, CPC, CCS...
2023-06-2916 min
The BallerinatistSea Squirts, your Spine, & Salsa dance with Nicole AhimaNicole Ahima, affectionately known as Nicole la Bailarina, is a popular Salsa dance instructor in Nashville, helping organize the entire local Salsa Scene. Many in the area know her for her great instruction in the art of Salsa, for her women’s dance team, Music City Mambo, for her song-spinning and social planning skills.
In this episode, Nicole talks about making shifts inside and outside of her main movement practice to deepen and inform her work. Her journey in dance began in childhood but it wasn't until college that she took ownership of her dance practice. Nicole encourages artist entrepreneurs to...
2023-06-1337 min
MedAxiom HeartTalkDevice Techs are Hot CommoditiesCardiac device techs are in hot demand, but gaps in staffing and education are causing difficulties for this role. On MedAxiom HeartTalk, host Melanie Lawson talks with Kelli Shifflett, MHA, FACMPE, AVP of Revenue Growth and Business Development, HCA Physician Services, Sirena Bridges, MSPH, MSN, FNP-BC, CCDS, Clinical Director, Melissa Hauck Center for Device Therapy at Centennial Heart, and Nicole Knight, LPN, CPC, CCS-P, SVP of Revenue Cycle Solutions and Care Transformation, Medaxiom. Together, they discuss innovative strategies that your organization can use to help address this growing issue. Guest BiosKelli Shifflett, MHA, FACMPE, AVP of...
2022-11-3027 min
Outcomes RocketMM: Marketing for Health Accessibility with Amanda Krupa, Director of Communications and Marketing for AHIMA FoundationYou need access to use and understand your health information for better health outcomes.In this episode of Marketing Mondays, Andreea Borcea has Amanda Krupa, director of communications and marketing for AHIMA Foundation on the show. Hospitals and health systems don’t have website accessibility as part of their top priorities, which, in addition to a lack of awareness and understanding, makes it hard for consumers to access the information they have the right to have. Amanda explains how the increase in accessibility, diversity, equity and inclusion with the help of certified professionals is present in hospitals an...
2022-10-3134 minThe ACDIS PodcastACDIS/AHIMA Guidelines for Achieving a Compliant Query Practice—2022 UpdateToday’s guests are Tammy Combs, RN, MSN, CDIP, CCS, CCDS, director of HIM practice excellence, CDI nurse planner at AHIMA, and Laurie Prescott, RN, MSN, CCDS, CCDS-O, CDIP, CRC, interim ACDIS director and director of CDI education for HCPro. Today’s show is part of the “Talking CDI” series. In every episode of this series, ACDIS Director of Programming Rebecca Hendren discusses CDI topics with guests including members of the ACDIS Advisory Board or other experienced CDI leaders from around the country to discuss strategic topics related to the state of the industry, where CDI is going, or opportunities for adva...
2022-10-2632 minTalk Ten TuesdaysLast Call: An Updated Industry Practice Brief Offers Guidelines for Achieving a Compliant QueryToday is the very last day to comment on the recently posted industry practice brief titled Guidelines to Achieving a Compliant Query Practice, co-authored by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) and the Association of Clinical Documentation Integrity Specialists (ACDIS). The updated brief was released on Oct. 10, 2022 and has been open for comments.During the next live edition of the popular and long-running Talk Ten Tuesdays broadcast, Karen Carr, an AHIMA CDI practitioner, will explore the next steps in the process of finalizing the practice brief for publication.Other segments during the live broadcast...
2022-10-2529 min
Coding Consultant ConfessionsAAPC or AHIMASo you're thinking about a career in medical coding?
There are two main professional organizations for medical coders: AAPC and AHIMA. Both offer great credentials, but which one should you choose?
Tune in and find out more and make the best decision for your career!
Coding Consultant Confessions was created by three female entrepreneurs working in the healthcare industry. In this podcast Stacie Buck, Toni Elhoms, and Victoria Moll come together to share unique perspectives, engaging dialogue, entertaining commentary, and funny stories for those working in the healthcare profession.
Join these su...
2022-10-201h 20Talk Ten TuesdaysExclusive New Query Practice Brief: What’s New and What’s OutLong awaited and highly anticipated is the new the Industry Practice Brief Guidelines to Achieving a Compliant Query Practice©, scheduled to released Monday, Oct. 10.The American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) and the Association of Clinical Documentation Integrity Specialists (ACDIS) have co-authored an update to the Industry Practice Brief Guidelines to Achieving a Compliant Query Practice©.Many important elements have been updated and added to the practice brief to meet the demands of the ever-changing landscape of America’s healthcare ecosystem to help ensure all query professionals have the tools necessary to remain compliant. The prac...
2022-10-1133 min
Inspiring Women with Laurie McGrawEP. 96 Competence was a given. Confidence took a thoughtful plan.
Laurie McGraw is speaking with Inspiring Woman Wylecia Wiggs Harris, PhD, the CEO of the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA). Dr. Harris describes her journey to leadership as one that started with simply saying “yes” to many extra assignments. She learned in time that she did want to be at the top of an organization, and she began to strategize on how to achieve that. This path included taking many lateral moves to develop her skills and her confidence. After time and opportunity, she found that she was a unique person at the table, uniquely diff...
2022-08-0926 min
The Netivot Israel Class on TefilahThe Ahima'ats Family of Southern Italy (Payytanim #7)In this shiur we look at the history of Jews in Italy in the Middle ages, and try to develop an understanding of the Payytanim that lived in this time. We explore the Megillat Ahima'ats, and the Piyyutim that are still recited to this day.
2022-06-2950 min
Healthcare IT Today InterviewsBetter Health is in Your Hands - An AHIMA Foundation InitiativeAdvocating for our own health or the health of our loved ones starts with gaining access to and a better understanding of health information. The AHIMA Foundation, the non-profit arm of the American Health Information Management Association, launched an initiative to help increase the level of health literacy in the US. We sat down with Anisa Tootla, Executive Director at AHIMA Foundation sat down with us to share more about the need for this initiative and the resources that they are making available to the public.
Learn more about the AHIMA Foundation: https://ahimafoundation.org/
Fin...
2022-01-0723 minTalk Ten TuesdaysCompliant CDI TechnologyThere’s never enough time to keep up with the myriad of changes confronting clinical documentation integrity specialists (CDISs). And that is why Talk Ten Tuesdays will reveal important content about a new white paper developed by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) and the Association of Clinical Documentation Integrity Specialist (ACDIS), as part of a featured segment during the next edition of the weekly Internet radio broadcast.“Compliant Clinical Documentation Integrity Technology Standards,” includes information about the clinical documentation integrity (CDI) technology landscape, recognizing documentation integrity practices, evaluating compliant CDI technology vendors, developing compliant policies and pr...
2021-12-1430 min
Reach RadioEmpowering Patients with their Own Medical Data with Wylecia Wiggs HarrisThis episode’s guest is Dr. Wylecia Wiggs Harris. She and the rest of the members of AHIMA work at the intersection of healthcare technology and science. Their three goals are based on integrity, access, and connection between the data and people. It is crucial for patients to have their complete medical records, just as a pet owner has their animal’s records. Nowadays, people have wearables that collect data, and AHIMA is at the forefront, balancing access and privacy with these new technologies.
For Dr. Harris, an accurate description of healthcare is a team sport. Tune in t...
2021-12-0820 min
Talking About PHIThe Past, Present & Future of The Best Kept Secret In Healthcare, Featuring AHIMA's Keith Olenik - Ep 11Joined by AHIMA's (The American Health Information Management Association) Chief Member Relations and Service Officer, Keith Olenik, we have an exciting and engaging discussion about HIM's past, present, and future. We highlight the importance of his new position and gain keen insights from the AHIMA 21 conference. Finally, we discuss the challenges and opportunities that HIM experts face.
Hosts:
Catherine Valyi & Sue Chamberlain
2021-11-1638 min
Who Cares What Stacie Says!?Episode 11: Credential Maintenance Requirements AHIMA vs. AAPCIn this episode, Stacie discusses continuing education requirements for both AHIMA & AAPC and answers some common questions from AHIMA & AAPC credential holders.Have a question for Stacie you would like to have answered in a future podcast? Please send it to askstacie@radrx.comDid you enjoy this podcast episode? Do you have suggestions for future episodes? If so, please let Stacie know by sending an email to podcast@radrx.com
2021-09-2134 min
Health Information Management Careers ClubThe Value of Accredited Programs & Curriculum Changes with CAHIIM CEO - Dr. Angela Kennedy, EdD, MBA, RHIAAre you uncertain about the school you would want to attend? One thing to consider is whether or not the institution is accredited. Accreditation protects the interests of students and potential employers by ensuring that educational programs meet or exceed standards set by experts in the field. In this episode of the H.I.M. Careers Club Podcast, we are joined by Dr. Angela Kennedy EdD, MBA, RHIA, CEO, Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education (CAHIIM), Chicago, IL. Dr. Kennedy is a strong advocate for “Health Information Where & When You Need It.” She is recognized nationally and...
2021-08-1330 minTalk Ten TuesdaysExclusive: AHIMA Reveals New CDI BriefThe American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) has just released a new practice brief focused on prospective clinical documentation integrity reviews and query alerts.Being revealed for the first time during the next edition of Talk Ten Tuesdays, the practice brief was developed by AHIMA through a workgroup of clinical documentation integrity (CDI) industry experts. The free practice brief explores the need for prospective reviews and the impact they have on the CDI industry. The publication also provides information on the provider perspective and how to manage the data obtained in prospective reviews. Every CDI professional will...
2021-07-2028 min
Come Code With TeeA shift is happening in H.I.M and AHIMAIn this episode I will discuss the changes that is happening in HIM and AHIMA. Let’s get into it!!!!
2021-05-2615 min
Not Elsewhere ClassifiedLet's Continue Talking About CertificationsCertified Coding Specialist: https://ahima.org/certification-careers/certification-exams/ccs/Last week's episode: https://anchor.fm/necpodcast/episodes/Lets-Talk-About-the-CDIP-Certification-erka61Palate cleanser (funny story) presented by Patricia (Trish) Keller: https://www.linkedin.com/in/patricia-keller-rhit-crc-cdip-ccs-793342123/Submit a story: https://anchor.fm/necpodcast/messageDisclaimer: The thoughts expressed in this episode does not represent AHIMA. This episode questions and discusses passing rate associated with the certification.
2021-03-1237 minNot Elsewhere ClassifiedLet's Talk About the CDIP CertificationLinkedIn Post: Can we talk about why and when AHIMA removed the two-year requirement for the CDIP certification?https://www.linkedin.com/posts/briancui_can-we-talk-about-why-and-when-ahima-removed-activity-6768650018837581824-8NPM/CDIP (Clinical Documentation Improvement Practitioner) Credential Details: https://ahima.org/certification-careers/certification-exams/cdip/Disclaimer: The thoughts expressed in this episode does not represent AHIMA. This episode questions and discusses the recent change made with the certification.
2021-03-0549 min
The Big UnlockKatherine Lusk: Our focus for virtual health is making sure encounters are documented in such a way that it is not burdensomeIn this episode, Katherine Lusk discusses how AHIMA works at the intersection of healthcare and technology to empower patients with their health information, and ensures to keep the data accurate, accessible, and safe.
Health systems are working towards mapping patient data to the EHR systems so that the frontline care providers have the information readily available to improve healthcare delivery and outcomes. The next step is to standardize the data normalization process and make it interoperable while taking care of patient data privacy, confidentiality, and security.
Katherine says that the industry must now focus on...
2021-02-2226 min
Association RockstarsJacqualine Price Osafo, MBA, CAEJacqualine Price Osafo, MBA, CAE is the VP membership for the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA). Jackie is responsible for recruitment, retention, and engagement for approximately 83,000 domestic and international individuals and corporations and is responsible for $8.4M, which represents the third largest revenue stream, in membership revenue and ensuring a positive ROI for AHIMA. Some of her accomplishments include: changing the membership model and developing and implementing engagement strategies for new groups. She increased membership by 97%, lead diversity and inclusion initiatives, and developed and delivered educational training programs.Host and Founder: Lowell Aplebaum - CEO & Str...
2021-02-0320 minLate Night TacosOn1, On2, On3 Who cares?On this episode I discuss why different ethnic groups may find rhythms differently and how 123 can ultimately just be viewed as a guide (fight me)
2020-12-2331 minLate Night TacosTake Care of YouIt's been a minute! I discuss the meltdown I had with my body recently and how taking care of your life outside of dance is just as important as dancing.
2020-12-2029 min
Kultur Spenden„frauenliebende Frauen*, frauenliebende Schriftsteller*innen – damals und jetzt“„Lesbische Autor*innen – damals und jetzt“
Erste Einblicke in die literarische Welt frauenliebender Frauen*, frauenliebender Schriftstellerinnen*, die weibliche Handlungsspielräume beschreiben, wie wir sie anderswo in der Literatur nicht erfahren und zeigen, wie vielseitig und spannend lesbisches Erzählen ist.
„Literatur ist eine Mischung aus Unvertrautem und Wiedererkennen.“ Jeanette Winterson
BILD : Mirta Domacinovic : Ausschnitte der Illustrationen der Bücher „Camille im Oktober“ von Mireille Best und „Chicana Blues“ von Terri de la Peña – Verlag Krug & Schadenberg
MUSIK : Carolina Brauckmann – „Schwein gehabt“ aus dem Album „Lesbisch makes the world go round“:
Eva...
2020-12-1930 min
Late Night TacosGenesisHi! I'm Nicole La Bailarina a Salsa Dance Instructor from Nashville, TN and this is my podcast.
2020-09-0516 minNot Elsewhere ClassifiedOne Day, One Step, One Breath at a Time with Brian Simpson: Part 1Brian is currently a CDI specialist at Penn Highlands Healthcare, in DuBois, Pennsylvania. Simpson has been a registered respiratory therapist for 28 years, spending a large portion of his career involved in acute care, non-invasive cardiology, pulmonary and cardiac rehab. He received his BS in Respiratory Care from Indiana University of Pennsylvania and a MS in Exercise Science. Simpson transitioned into CDI after experiencing health issues, but has enjoyed every day for the last four and a half years as a CDI specialist. Brian is currently a member of ACDIS, AHIMA and AAPC. Although there is no local ACDIS chapter...
2020-08-3140 min
Wiser Wednesday - Experience SpeaksWiser Wednesdsay - Experience Speaks: Sonal Patel and Toni ElhomsSonal Patel, CPMA, CPC, CMC is the healthcare coding and compliance consultant at the law firm of Nexsen Pruet, LLC. She has over 10 years of experience in multi-specialty healthcare coding, auditing and compliance. She provides reimbursement investigations for Parts A and B providers. Ms. Patel delivers healthcare lawyers with strategies and analyses to overturn denials with private and government payers. She is a member of the AAPC Northbrook, Ill., local chapter, AMBA (American Medical Billing Association), PMI (Practice Management Institute), and NCMGMA (North Carolina Medical Group Management Association). Toni Elhoms, CCS, CRC, CPC, AHIMA-Approved ICD10-CM/PCS Trainer is...
2020-08-1930 min
Wiser Wednesday - Experience SpeaksWiser Wednesdsay - Experience Speaks: Sonal Patel and Toni ElhomsSonal Patel, CPMA, CPC, CMC is the healthcare coding and compliance consultant at the law firm of Nexsen Pruet, LLC. She has over 10 years of experience in multi-specialty healthcare coding, auditing and compliance. She provides reimbursement investigations for Parts A and B providers. Ms. Patel delivers healthcare lawyers with strategies and analyses to overturn denials with private and government payers. She is a member of the AAPC Northbrook, Ill., local chapter, AMBA (American Medical Billing Association), PMI (Practice Management Institute), and NCMGMA (North Carolina Medical Group Management Association). Toni Elhoms, CCS, CRC, CPC, AHIMA-Approved ICD10-CM/PCS Trainer is...
2020-08-1930 min
Includes PodcastS1E6 So......You Want to be a Coder? You Can Be & Do Anything You Set Your Mind To!Welcome to Includes Podcast, presented by Proximal Edge Solutions and your host, Marlegny Mourino, MHSA, M.Ed, AHI, CPC, CPC-I, NCMA, CMAS, CEMA, CRCR, AHIMA Approved ICD-10-CM /PCS Trainer. Our sixth episode covers:
Everything you need to know about becoming a coder! Including the job roles for both billers and coders, as well the program expectations, Certifications and different certifying organization. Please join me in this episode as I discuss the questions and research that you need to do to ensure you meet your career goals.
Here are my references for this episode:
2020-08-1123 minIncludes PodcastS1E5 Auditing, Goals, Reasons, Types, and Call to Action!Welcome to Includes Podcast, presented by Proximal Edge Solutions and your host, Marlegny Mourino, MHSA, M.Ed, AHI, CPC, CPC-I, NCMA, CMAS, CEMA, CRCR, AHIMA Approved ICD-10-CM /PCS Trainer. Our fifth episode covers:
The Ins and Outs of Auditing! We know that the business of medicine is highly complex, ever changing, and tightly regulated, Hospitals, clinics, and private physicians’practices must contend with many issues to stay in business. Auditing not only plays a vital role in keeping healthcare organizations in compliance with the necessary legal requirements and regulations but also in improving the quality of pa...
2020-07-1537 min
Alpha Coding PodcastMedical Coding Pro-Tips for Deciding Between AAPC or AHIMAWelcome to the Alpha Coding Podcast series with your host, Toni Elhoms, CCS, CPC, CRC, AHIMA-Approved ICD-10-CM/PCS Trainer!
Episode 21 will cover Medical Coding Pro-Tips for Deciding Between AAPC or AHIMA
1. Define your end goals
2. Do your research on the Governing Bodies
3. The decision is uniquely personal
4. Don’t go Coding Credential “crazy”
5. The governing body that holds your credential(s) does not determine your level of success
Join us every Monday for your all-access pass to medical coding and billing Pro-Tips that help you st...
2020-05-2514 min
Health Innovation MattersInformation Management & COVID-19 with AHIMA's Tammy Combs and Julie DoolingLogan chats with Tammy Combs and Julie Dooling, directors of American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) Practice Excellence, about medical data and health information management during the COVID-19 pandemic. This data and health information help the medical field to recognize and boost patient outcomes, code effectively, and improve clinical documentation. Dooling explains that medical coding is front and center right now because of the emergence of telemedicine and relaxed regulations on HIPAA guideline and the way data are collected. Combs notes that AHIMA is always in touch with its more than 103,000 members about changes in health care information management brou...
2020-04-1731 minIncludes PodcastS1E2 COVID-19 Background, Coding, and How to Stay Busy and Calm During the Quarantine!Welcome to Includes Podcast, presented by Proximal Edge Solutions and your host, Marlegny Mourino, MHSA, M.Ed, AHI, CPC, CPC-I, NCMA, CMAS, CEMA, CRCR, AHIMA Approved ICD-10-CM /PCS Trainer. Our second episode covers:
Coding and billing during this time has not been easy and with the constant changes it might seem like we cannot keep up. Please join me as I discuss some of the changes which are constantly updating as well as tips on how to stay sane during the quarantine.
Here are my references and resources where you can find more...
2020-04-1526 minTalk Ten TuesdaysTen Going on Eleven: Help is HereAs we conclude our month-long Talk Ten Tuesdays series, “Ten Going on Eleven,” we do so with a special appearance by Valerie Watzlaf, board president and chair of the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA).Valerie, vice chair of education and associate professor within the Department of Health Information Management in the School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences at the University of Pittsburgh, will discuss how AHIMA is helping the health information management (HIM) profession prepare for the implementation of ICD-11. The live broadcast will also feature these other segments:The Coding Report: Ten G...
2019-11-2629 minTalk Ten TuesdaysTen Going on Eleven: The Train Has Left the StationICD-11 is on track to arrive here in the U.S. sooner than most expected – 2022. In fact, global experts convened in Switzerland to create a roadmap to advance the digital health ecosystem.For the very latest update on ICD-11, the World Health Organization’s (WHO’s) Robert Jakob, MD, team leader of classifications and terminologies (ICD, ICF, ICHI), is today's Talk Ten Tuesdays special guest. Also joining the broadcast is Margaret Skurka, who has just returned from the WHO Family of International Classifications (WHO-FIC) meeting in Banff, Calgary, Canada, and discusses the latest on ICD-11 from both the U...
2019-11-0530 min
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2019-09-2011 minTalk Ten TuesdaysSerious Issues with Cloning AroundThe dangers of cloned documentation can damage the perceived trustworthiness and integrity of the medical record for patient care. The current use of copy-and-paste functions in electronic medical record/health record (EMR/EHR) systems is a growing area of focus for government auditors. In fact, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General (HHS-OIG) has weighed in on this topic, as well as The Joint Commission and several of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Medicare Administrative Contractor (MAC) payers. Reporting on this, our lead story during this edition of Talk Ten Tuesdays i...
2019-07-0231 minTalk Ten TuesdaysCDI in the UAE: AHIMA World CongressClinical documentation integrity (CDI) is seen through an international lens as the contributions of the American Health Information Management Association’s (AHIMA’s) World Congress are recognized during this edition of Talk Ten Tuesdays. The broadcast will usher in the global celebration, coming just in advance of World Health Day on April 7.Joining the broadcast will be Alexandre Bouché, who created a new international arm of AHIMA –- the AHIMA World Congress (AWC) –- to help its members achieve their full potential and professional recognition in the Middle East, Southeast Asia, and European markets.This broadcast...
2019-04-0229 minTalk Ten TuesdaysAdvocating for CDIAs the clinical documentation integrity (CDI) industry continues to grow beyond the traditional inpatient setting, the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) is working to provide best-practice resources to provider stakeholders from across the continuum of care. Sharing an update on AHIMA’s advocacy during this edition of Talk Ten Tuesdays will be Tammy Combs, the Association’s director of HIM practice excellence.The live broadcast will also feature these other segments:The ICD-10 Coding Report: Nationally recognized coding authority Laurie Johnson, senior healthcare consultant at Revenue Cycle Solutions, LLC, reports on the proceedings taki...
2019-03-0530 minTalk Ten TuesdaysICD-11: It’s Coming – So Start Planning NowAlthough still lingering on the horizon, much like a coming storm, ICD-11 is fast approaching – which is why the new code set is on the radar screen at the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA). In fact, AHIMA reports that it has begun conducting research aimed at addressing coding in order to determine how productivity, accuracy, and quality can be improved across all settings.Reporting on ICD-11 and how AHIMA is preparing its members for the next coding milestone during the next edition of Talk Ten Tuesdays will be Julie Dooling, AHIMA’s director of health information mana...
2019-02-0529 minTalk Ten TuesdaysFourth Universal Definition of Myocardial Infarction: The Coder and the CardiologistDuring this edition of Talk Ten Tuesdays, the fourth universal definition of myocardial infarction (MI) is reported on from two perspectives: the cardiologist and the coder.
Joining the broadcast to offer the cardiologist perspective is Dr. Geoffrey Rose, division chief of adult cardiology with the Sanger Heart and Vascular Institute at Atrium Health. Nationally recognized coding authority Terry Fletcher joins the conversation to report on the new clinical concepts found in the fourth definition of MI.
Other segments to be featured on the broadcast include:
Tuesday Focus: The LGBTQ population faces a multitude of...
2018-09-2530 minMedAxiom HeartTalkPutting Out Revenue Cycle Fires - Nicole KnightIf your revenue cycle management is all about putting out fires, there is relief in sight. Nicole Knight helps you focus on six key areas to create a more successful revenue cycle.Nicole Knight, LPN, CPC, CCS-P, ACS-CA, is Director of Revenue Cycle Solutions at MedAxiom. Her decades of hands-on health care experience includes cardiology and neurology practice operations, clinical management, business office management, and consulting for coding and compliance. Nicole maintains her LPN licensure in Louisiana and Florida. She is a member of the American Academy of Professional Coders and the American Health Information Management Association. She...
2018-08-2703 minTalk Ten TuesdaysHow Cardiology Diagnosis Coding Will be Impacted in 2018February is American Heart Month, and in recognition of this national focus, this episode of Talk Ten Tuesdays will center on how cardiology diagnosis coding for myocardial infarction (MI) is being impacted in 2018. There are now five types of MI code categories. Joining the podcast as our special guest is Terry Fletcher, who reports on these new options and how they will impact your reimbursement.Other segments featured in this episode include:News Desk: Larry Field, DO, anchors the Talk Ten Tuesdays News Desk with the very latest healthcare news. Field is the treasurer...
2018-02-1328 min
Not Elsewhere ClassifiedDon't Hesitate with Charlita HuffmanNot Elsewhere Classified presented by MedicalCodingGeek.comCharlita Huffman is an HIM Coordinator at a 64 bed hospital in Central Florida. She is a Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) who is passionate about all of the ways that health information management effects and influences healthcare and continues to grow and evolve. Charlita has worked in multiple healthcare settings and is a subject matter expert with AHIMA for the 2016 RHIT job analysis as well as an item writer for the RHIT credentialing exam. She loves spending time with her loved ones, listening to podcasts, and watching entirely too much TV...
2017-07-2459 min
Essentials of Healthy Living10 Essentials to Save Your VisionDr. Kevin Passero and his special guest Dr. Edward Kondrot will discuss healthy essentials to save your vision.
Dr. Edward Kondrot, MD, is a homeopathic ophthalmologist who provides traditional and alternative therapies for the treatment of eye disease. He is author of two best-selling books, host of the Healthy Vision radio show, and a sought-after speaker. Dr. Kondrot has been named president of the board of the Arizona Homeopathic & Integrative Medical Association (AHIMA), a 27-year-old state association for licensed homeopathic medical physicians in Arizona and other states.
2015-05-1759 min
Medical Practice TrendsOverview of the Meaningful Use Final RuleFrom the folks of AHIMA (American Health Information Management Association) comes a nice and concise overview of the final rule of the Meaningful Use provisions for electronic medical records implementation. AHIMA is one of the largest associations of health information management (HIM) professionals and was founded in 1928 - which I am pretty sure pre-dates the use of electronic medical records. This first in a series of white papers offers a basic description of the final rules. We covered some of the specifics in previous posts CMS Final Rule Part 1, Part 2, and Part 3. But if you are new to all of...
2010-08-3100 min