Allen on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allen-frady-33347873/ Allen Frady, RN, BSN, CCDS, CCS, CRC is a Managing Consultant in the CDI industry, former CDI Educator at HCPro and the Association of Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialists (ACDIS) where he taught clinical documentation improvement, risk adjustment, clinical validation and management boot camps while serving as a subject matter expert for ACDIS. He is an accomplished consultant with a background in coding and documenta...
Mar 19, 2021•57 min•Ep. 84
Certified 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-erka61 Palate 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/message Disclaimer: The thoughts expressed in this episode does not represent AHIMA. This episode questions and dis...
Mar 12, 2021•37 min•Ep. 83
LinkedIn 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 c...
Mar 05, 2021•49 min•Ep. 82
Bleu is a certified medical coder and active member of The American Health Information Management Association where she currently holds a Certified Coding Associate credential. She has been perfecting her craft since 2008, dedicated to sharpening her skills in the outpatient setting. Her experience in the clinical setting includes specialties such as: Orthopedics, Podiatry, Rheumatology, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Urology, Pulmonology, Psychiatry, Traumatic Brain Injury, OBGYN, Card...
Feb 26, 2021•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 81
Bleu is a certified medical coder and active member of The American Health Information Management Association where she currently holds a Certified Coding Associate credential. She has been perfecting her craft since 2008, dedicated to sharpening her skills in the outpatient setting. Her experience in the clinical setting includes specialties such as: Orthopedics, Podiatry, Rheumatology, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Urology, Pulmonology, Psychiatry, Traumatic Brain Injury, OBGYN, Card...
Feb 19, 2021•54 min•Ep. 80
Stacie Buck is President & Senior Consultant at RadRx based in Stuart, FL. RadRx provides diagnostic and interventional radiology coding and consulting services to a nationwide client base consisting of hospitals, imaging centers, radiologists, billing companies, and various consulting companies. Stacie Buck on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stacie-buck-rhia-ccs-p-rcc-rccir-circc-19b1409/ RadRX: https://radrx.com/ Use promo code GEEK10 and get special pricing at https://shop.radrx.com...
Feb 12, 2021•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 79
Stacie Buck is President & Senior Consultant at RadRx based in Stuart, FL. RadRx provides diagnostic and interventional radiology coding and consulting services to a nationwide client base consisting of hospitals, imaging centers, radiologists, billing companies, and various consulting companies. Stacie Buck on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stacie-buck-rhia-ccs-p-rcc-rccir-circc-19b1409/ RadRX: https://radrx.com/ Use promo code GEEK10 and get special pricing at https://shop.radrx.com...
Feb 05, 2021•54 min•Ep. 78
Dr. John Zelem is a Board-Certified general surgeon with more than 25 years of clinical experience, has transitioned out of clinical practice into Healthcare Executive Leadership. As a previous Vice-President, he has over 13 years of experience in compliance, utilization management/review, federal regulations, sales, account management, and many other aspects of healthcare. He has extensive experience in quality assessment and improvement, with emphasis on case management, physician and hospital...
Jan 30, 2021•32 min•Ep. 77
Dr. John Zelem is a Board-Certified general surgeon with more than 25 years of clinical experience, has transitioned out of clinical practice into Healthcare Executive Leadership. As a previous Vice-President, he has over 13 years of experience in compliance, utilization management/review, federal regulations, sales, account management, and many other aspects of healthcare. He has extensive experience in quality assessment and improvement, with emphasis on case management, physician and hospital...
Jan 22, 2021•36 min•Ep. 76
Not Elsewhere Classified creator and host, Brian Cui, reflects on 2020 and discusses on what's to come in 2021.
Jan 20, 2021•32 min•Ep. 75
Sue Chamberlain is a graduate from Ferris State University with a bachelor's degree in Health Information Management, and a Master's in Career and Technology Education, with a focus on training and development in the workforce. With 30 years in the field, Sue's career has included working in acute care hospitals, large multi-specialty physician groups, integrated healthcare systems, a staff-model HMO and within Education. She has enjoyed teaching, both on the job in traditional healthcare settin...
Dec 22, 2020•50 min
Sue Chamberlain is a graduate from Ferris State University with a bachelor's degree in Health Information Management, and a Master's in Career and Technology Education, with a focus on training and development in the workforce. With 30 years in the field, Sue's career has included working in acute care hospitals, large multi-specialty physician groups, integrated healthcare systems, a staff-model HMO and within Education. She has enjoyed teaching, both on the job in traditional healthcare settin...
Dec 15, 2020•42 min
NEC Podcast host and producer, Brian Cui, shares his LinkedIn Strategies that will help you get noticed and promote your professional brand. There is a PowerPoint presentation associated with this podcast episode. If you would like the presentation, go to medicalcodinggeek.com/services and then check out our Facebook groups and join the "Not Elsewhere Classified Podcast Community" (and don't forget to check the box to agree to the group rules). The presentation will be in the announcements in th...
Dec 07, 2020•51 min
Happy Thanksgiving! Here's a solo episode (longer than 30 minutes) that discusses some advice on connecting (keeping them awake) with your virtual audience with suggested audio, video, and presenting tips. Brian Cui on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/briancui/ Alpha Coding Podcast: https://www.alphacodingexperts.com/podcast-1 UR Just a Number Podcast with Jim Zelem: https://anchor.fm/jim-zelem Medical Coding Geek Partners: https://www.medicalcodinggeek.com/partners...
Nov 26, 2020•1 hr 10 min
Robin Sewell CDIP CCS CPC CIC is a 25-year Healthcare Consultant and SME with a background that includes Physician, Outpatient and Inpatient Revenue Cycle as well as DRG and Clinical Validation audits on the Payer side of healthcare. Robin is the owner of HIM Analytic Solutions and Founder and Creator of Cleopatra "Queen of Denial" Revenue Cycle Denial Management and Prevention Application on behalf of hospitals. Robin on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robin-sewell-ccs-cdip-cpc-cic-chts-p...
Nov 13, 2020•37 min
Robin Sewell CDIP CCS CPC CIC is a 25-year Healthcare Consultant and SME with a background that includes Physician, Outpatient and Inpatient Revenue Cycle as well as DRG and Clinical Validation audits on the Payer side of healthcare. Robin is the owner of HIM Analytic Solutions and Founder and Creator of Cleopatra "Queen of Denial" Revenue Cycle Denial Management and Prevention Application on behalf of hospitals. Robin on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robin-sewell-ccs-cdip-cpc-cic-chts-p...
Nov 06, 2020•41 min
Mrs. Hopkins has been the Health Science CTE teacher for Houston Independent School District since 2016. She began a career in Healthcare administration in 1994 and in addition to being a teacher, is still a medical biller and coder for a Family Medicine physician since 1999. Drieca on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drieca-d-hopkins-cpc-cpc-i-coc-cbcs-ab221335/ Houston Independent School District: https://www.houstonisd.org/ Use coupon code GEEK when you go to MagicSpoon.com Make a plan t...
Oct 30, 2020•52 min
Mrs. Hopkins has been the Health Science CTE teacher for Houston Independent School District since 2016. She began a career in Healthcare administration in 1994 and in addition to being a teacher, is still a medical biller and coder for a Family Medicine physician since 1999. Drieca on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drieca-d-hopkins-cpc-cpc-i-coc-cbcs-ab221335/ Houston Independent School District: https://www.houstonisd.org/ Use coupon code GEEK when you go to MagicSpoon.com Make a plan t...
Oct 22, 2020•51 min
This is a replay of episode 4 with Pam Kulczar, founder of Jobs for American Medical Coders. My condolences and prayers to her family, friends, and the community she served. https://www.linkedin.com/posts/briancui_yesterday-i-received-sad-news-that-the-founder-activity-6722117471547076609-ESaK
Oct 16, 2020•1 hr 7 min
Jim Zelem is a former VP of Operations who transitioned to be an effective leader that coached many successful teams. Jim started his career as a simple factory worker who held many positions such as Industrial and Manufacturing Engineer as he worked his way up to VP. Jim currently resides in Madison, Wisconsin. He loves sports as he officiated high school football for 18 years. Jim still remains active as he volunteers for the Red Cross and the Senior Center. He enjoys walks in the woods, swimm...
Oct 07, 2020•48 min
Jim Zelem is a former VP of Operations who transitioned to be an effective leader that coached many successful teams. Jim started his career as a simple factory worker who held many positions such as Industrial and Manufacturing Engineer as he worked his way up to VP. Jim currently resides in Madison, Wisconsin. He loves sports as he officiated high school football for 18 years. Jim still remains active as he volunteers for the Red Cross and the Senior Center. He enjoys walks in the woods, swimm...
Sep 30, 2020•33 min
Jordan Johnson is the Director of Data Science at Legion Healthcare Partners. He has over 12 years of advanced healthcare experience, with extensive focus in clinical, operational, and administrative oncology. He is a content expert in oncology billing, revenue cycle, finance, documentation, coding, and compliance. He also provides his expertise on operations, alternative payment models, health policy, physician employment models, workplace culture/leadership and healthcare quality. He has creat...
Sep 23, 2020•38 min
Jordan Johnson is the Director of Data Science at Legion Healthcare Partners. He has over 12 years of advanced healthcare experience, with extensive focus in clinical, operational, and administrative oncology. He is a content expert in oncology billing, revenue cycle, finance, documentation, coding, and compliance. He also provides his expertise on operations, alternative payment models, health policy, physician employment models, workplace culture/leadership and healthcare quality. He has creat...
Sep 15, 2020•33 min
Brian 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 hal...
Sep 07, 2020•47 min
Brian 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 hal...
Aug 31, 2020•40 min
Renown for his successful track record of acquiring Healthcare and Information Technology industry-leading talent, Bertram Lansiquot was the highest performing recruiter at the largest Health Information Management staffing vendor in the United States. During the competitive ICD-10 medical coding implementation, Bertram and the recruiters under his leadership were able to fully staff every medical coding opening and grew headcount over 500% within 8 months . Seeking to assist more employers find...
Aug 21, 2020•56 min
Renown for his successful track record of acquiring Healthcare and Information Technology industry-leading talent, Bertram Lansiquot was the highest performing recruiter at the largest Health Information Management staffing vendor in the United States. During the competitive ICD-10 medical coding implementation, Bertram and the recruiters under his leadership were able to fully staff every medical coding opening and grew headcount over 500% within 8 months . Seeking to assist more employers find...
Aug 14, 2020•49 min
Jacqueline has over 10 years of experience in Revenue Cycle Management. She has a demonstrated history of working with different medical specialties including, inpatient/outpatient services, DME, mental health, and therapy. She also has a profound knowledge of billing, coding, auditing, consulting, and allied health teaching. Currently she’s an adjunct instructor for a college in Chicago, is the owner of TaylorMed Health (a medical consulting company), and CEO of the nonprofit COBHIM. She is als...
Aug 07, 2020•44 min
Jacqueline has over 10 years of experience in Revenue Cycle Management. She has a demonstrated history of working with different medical specialties including, inpatient/outpatient services, DME, mental health, and therapy. She also has a profound knowledge of billing, coding, auditing, consulting, and allied health teaching. Currently she’s an adjunct instructor for a college in Chicago, is the owner of TaylorMed Health (a medical consulting company), and CEO of the nonprofit COBHIM She is also...
Jul 30, 2020•38 min
Natasha C. Miller also known as The Medical Mompreneur is an Entrepreneur, Health Information Educator, Consultant, Author, Speaker, & Coach to inspire and motivate moms and women to achieve their mission on entrepreneurship and help empower women through educating them through obtaining a certification that allows them to work from home while being able to provide for their families. She published her first book, “Faith for the Mompreneur” in 2018. Natasha C. Miller is the Founder & CEO...
Jul 23, 2020•25 min
