The AAPC Podcast shares the stories of members and information on the business of healthcare. AAPC was founded in 1988 to provide education and professional certification to physician-based medical coders and to elevate the standards of medical coding by providing training, certification, networking, and job opportunities.
Recorded on May 28, 2025 – In this episode, we chat with AAPC's 2024 Officer of the Year, David Umpierre, about his journey into medical coding and his experiences in Puerto Rico. Later, Jamie Hardeman joins us to share insights from her AAPC The Magazine article, "Advice for New Medical Coders." Follow AAPC on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/206425/ Like AAPC on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AAPCFan/ Follow AAPC on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aapc_official/ Follow AAPC on Twitter: https://twitter.com/aapcstaff
In this episode of AAPC Social Hour, we chat with Erica Simpson, AAPC's Placement Director, about the latest updates to the Project Xtern program and share tips to help new CPC-As land their first job. Plus, we talk with Kelly Shew about her feature article in the May 2025 issue of AAPC The Magazine: Principal, Chronic, and Complex Care Management Pay Off. #medicalcoding #healthcarecareers #cpcjourney
In this inspiring interview, Stephanie Vargason shares her remarkable path to becoming a Certified Professional Coder (CPC) with AAPC. What started as a challenging chapter in her life—facing serious health issues—became the catalyst for a rewarding new career.
Meet Paul Daddona—last year he attended AAPC's HEALTHCON as a newly certified CPC-A with no job experience, just determination and a dream. He came to learn, network, and take the first steps in his career. Shortly after the conference, he landed his very first position in the healthcare revenue cycle. In this follow-up interview at HEALTHCON 2025, Paul shares where his journey has taken him over the past year, what he's learned, and his best advice for students and new coders entering the field.
Meet Kim Steffenhagen—she started at the front desk and never imagined where it would lead. In this interview, Kim shares how her curiosity, hard work, and a little nudge from fate brought her to medical coding. Hear how she prepared for the CPC exam with AAPC and why she never looked back. #medicalcoding #aapc #cpcexam #careerjourney
In this edition of AAPC Social Hour, Sabrina Skeldon shares how to give physicians a financial literacy checkup, while Heather Greene dives into the key performance indicators that define a top-notch CDI team.
Join us for a discussion with Jacqueline Bloink on medical liens and the vital role medical coders play in them. Plus, Wendy Cox shares expert tips on how to start your career as a medical coder!
During the COVID-19 pandemic, Dominic Chavez, like many others, sought a career change. Encouraged by his mother, he decided to explore medical coding—a field completely new to him. Learning the language of healthcare took time, but with persistence, he found a path full of possibilities. Watch as Dominic shares his journey in this episode of #iamaapc.
Join us as Missy Kirshner and Angela Clements discuss global surgery, with Melinda Craig joining to share insights on coding quality. Plus, we'll explore ways AAPC members can get more involved with the organization!
Join us as we introduce Yvonne Ellison, the new AAPCCA Chapter Advisory Board (CAB) Executive Chair! Yvonne shares her background and vision for the CAB during her tenure. We're also joined by William (Bill) Fiala, who discusses his article, Legitimizing Psychedelic Medication Therapy, featured in the February 2025 issue of AAPC The Magazine.
Elizabeth Comma-Watson began her healthcare journey as a medical transcriptionist. Initially, she considered nursing—until a class involving a cat dissection changed her mind due to her deep love for felines. She took on various hea lthcare roles to support herself, eventually finding positions that intersected with medical coding. A co-worker's suggestion sparked her interest, leading to the career she thrives in today. Discover Elizabeth's inspiring path on this edition of I Am AAPC. #iamaapc #healthcare #healthcarecareers #medicalcoding #medicalcoders
Join us as we talk about the 2024 Salary Survey and our new policy change allowing eBook use during exams.
Join us for a conversation with Rhonda Buckholtz, AAPC's new National Advisory Board President. Rhonda shares her journey with AAPC and discusses her vision and initiatives for the board. Plus, get a sneak peek from HEALTHCON presenters as they share insights into their upcoming sessions this April! Learn more about HEALTHCON at healthcon.com. #heatlhcare #healthcareconference #medicalcoding #medicalcoder #healthcareeducation #healthcarecareers #aapc #aapcnab #aapcnationaladvisoryboard
In this edition of AAPC Social Hour, Terry Fletcher discusses updates to Telehealth 2025 and the final rule. We're also joined by members of AAPC's National Advisory Board to explore the Emerging Leaders program, now accepting applications through January 31, 2025. Learn more and apply here: https://www.aapc.com/training-and-events/emerging-leaders-program #telehealthcare #finalrule #aapc #aapcemergingleaders #medicalcoding #medicalcoder
Victoria Vo, CPC, COC, CPMA, CRC, CPFC, CPCD, CPRC, CEMA, AAPC Approved Instructor, and AAPC Fellow, didn't always have a clear career path. However, her determination and passion for medical coding transformed her journey. Discover how she rose to prominence as a respected medical coder and one of the industry's most influential voices in this inspiring interview.
Join us as we gear up for Thanksgiving! In this video, we dive into everything you need to know about AAPC exams, including what to expect on test day, essential items to bring, and plenty of helpful tips to ensure you're prepared. Don't miss out!
Join us for an inspiring conversation with Marianne Durling, MHA, RHIA, CPC, CCS, CDIP, CPCO, CDEI, CIC, a veteran of the healthcare industry with over 40 years of experience across nearly every aspect of the field. Currently serving as a Compliance Director at a large academic medical center, Marianne shares insights into her remarkable career journey and the lessons she's learned.
Join us as Leigh Poland talka about her article in the November AAPC Magazine, High-Risk Debridement Coding and Documentation. Kathrine Abel from AAPC's content team also joins the broadcast to share updates on AAPC's education and exams.
Meet Maddie Banerjee, a former teacher who launched her medical coding career later in life. With postgraduate degrees in English Literature and Education, she found her path to coding through a local community college. Discover her inspiring journey on this episode of #iamaapc. #medicalcoding #medicalcoder #healthcare #revenuecycle
Watch Corella Lumpkins and Annie Barnaby join us to talk about resume writing and the Project Xtern program.
Join us as we speak with a panel of experts from the AAPC national office about the new code updates for 2025.
Join us as we talk about the great time we had in Philadelphia for our HEALTHCON Regional Conference. We also talk about our upcomong DOCUCON conference. https://www.aapc.com/training-and-events/docucon
After a fulfilling career as a veterinary technician, Jenipher Swanson was ready for a new challenge. Her curiosity led her to discover medical coding, and she quickly became passionate, spending hours each day learning everything she could about the field. It wasn't long after she officially began her CPC studies that she passed the CPC exam. Discover more about Jenipher's inspiring journey in this episode of #iamaapc.
Join us for this edition of Social Hour as we chat with Trenton Strode about landing his first job and how healthcare employers should reconsider hiring for CDI roles. We also have a conversation with the National Advisory Board about the Emerging Leaders Program.
Join us as we speak with officers from the 2023 AAPC Chapter of the Year, the Minneapolis, MN chapter.
Join us as we get to know AAPC's 2023 Chapter Officer of the Year, Tonda Dawson. We also talk about our upcoming HEALTHCON Regional Conference in Philadelphia.
Join us as we talk about our HEALTHCON Regional Conference in Philadelphia, this coming August. Learn more about the event at this link: https://www.aapc.com/training-and-events/healthcon-regional-2024-philadelphia
Join us this week as Sonal Patel clarifies G2211 and we learn about becoming an inpatient coder.
Join us as Grabiela "Gabby" Juarez, COC, CPC, CPB, CPMA, Approved-Instructor, shares her inspiring journey from the small town of Rupert, Idaho, to a thriving career in Salt Lake City, Utah. Watch as she shares how she achieved her dreams in unexpected ways on this edition of #iamaapc.
Join us as we speak with Dr. Samuel Church, MD, MPH, CPC, CRC, CPC-I, talks about his journey as a physician and how he became an advocate for physicians understanding medical coding.
Just a few months ago, Paul Daddona passed his medical coding certification exam, earning the CPC-A designation. Now, not only is he an active officer within his community's AAPC chapter, but he's also made strides by attending AAPC's national conference HEALTHCON. Join Paul as he shares his inspiring path into the healthcare.
Join us as Jennifer Wheeler, CPC, talks about her article in AAPC The Magazine, AI's Role in Insurance Claim Processing. We also speak with Wendy Willes from the AAPC national office who shares exciting updates to AAPC practice exams.
Join us as we spend an hour with members from the AAPC National Advisory Board. In this broadcast we talk about the Emerging Leaders Program, HEALTHCON, share exam tips, and more.
Watch the inspiring journey of Laidy Martinez, who immigrated from Mexico to the United States. Battling language and cultural obstacles, Laidy initially struggled with self-confidence. However, with unwavering support from her family and friends, she rose above these challenges to become a medical coding supervisor. Tune in to this episode of #iamaapc to delve deeper into Laidy's remarkable story of resilience and success.
Join us as we share study tips for AAPC exams, recent OIG updates, and learn about the life of Latino medical coders.
Kris Tenniswood initially explored the clinical aspect of healthcare before pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Healthcare Administration. Currently, she serves as a Teaching Assistant for AAPC's Virtual Instructor Lead Training, assisting AAPC students. Tune in to hear Kris discuss her journey into medical coding and her aspirations for the future. #iamaapc
Join us as we talk about management and nurses who became medical coders.
Join us for this Valentine's Day edition of AAPC Social Hour.
Recorded live on January 24, 2024.
Join us as we kick off the first live stream of the New Year! Renee Dustman, Angie Clements, Jane Baldwin, and Kaitlyn Brack grace us with their expertise and updates on several products for 2024.
Join us as we spend an hour with members of the AAPC Chapter Association Board. Learn about why they serve, the different career paths within the business of healthcare, and more.
Join as we learn about coding for chiropratic service, how to earn free CEUs, and more.
In this social hour, we chat with Rae Jimenez, Lori Cox, and Nic Sahar, founder and CEO of Semantic Health. This channel features videos about AAPC, the leader in certifications for the business of healthcare. If you're looking to start a new career, an AAPC certification as a Certified Medical Coder (CPC) can land you a job with a 55k salary in as little as 120 days. AAPC offers lots of certification options. To get started, go to https://www.aapc.com/training/medical-coding-training.aspx Follow AAPC on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/206425/ Like AAPC on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AAPCFan/ Follow AAPC on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aapc_official/ Follow AAPC on Twitter: https://twitter.com/aapcstaff
This channel features videos about AAPC, the leader in certifications for the business of healthcare. If you're looking to start a new career, an AAPC certification as a Certified Medical Coder (CPC) can land you a job with a 55k salary in as little as 120 days. AAPC offers lots of certification options. To get started, go to https://www.aapc.com/training/medical... Follow AAPC on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/206425/ Like AAPC on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AAPCFan/ Follow AAPC on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aapc_official/ Follow AAPC on Twitter: https://twitter.com/aapcstaff
This channel features videos about AAPC, the leader in certifications for the business of healthcare. If you're looking to start a new career, an AAPC certification as a Certified Medical Coder (CPC) can land you a job with a 55k salary in as little as 120 days. AAPC offers lots of certification options. To get started, go to https://www.aapc.com/training/medical... Follow AAPC on LinkedIn: / 206425 Like AAPC on Facebook: / aapcfan Follow AAPC on Instagram: / aapc_official Follow AAPC on Twitter: / aapcstaff
This channel features videos about AAPC, the leader in certifications for the business of healthcare. If you're looking to start a new career, an AAPC certification as a Certified Medical Coder (CPC) can land you a job with a 55k salary in as little as 120 days. AAPC offers lots of certification options. To get started, go to https://www.aapc.com/training/medical-coding-training.aspx Follow AAPC on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/206425/ Like AAPC on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AAPCFan/ Follow AAPC on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aapc_official/ Follow AAPC on Twitter: https://twitter.com/aapcstaff
Taylor King embarked on her post-high school educational journey with a focus on marketing. However, she soon discovered this wasn't her true calling. As a single mother, she ventured into various fields to provide for her child. It wasn't until the opportunity to enter the world of medical coding presented itself that Taylor found her true passion. Dive deeper into her inspiring journey to learn more.
Join us as we spend an hour with AAPC committee members, Jaci Kipreos, Kimberly Jolivette Williams, and Melissa Kirshner.
Join us as we spend an hour with members of the AAPCCA Board of Directors. We talk about the 2024 Salary Survey, mentoring, share exam tips, and more. https://twitter.com/aapcstaff
Join Jaci Kipreos, Kelly Shew and Melissa Kirshner for a discussion in Clinical Documentation Improvement (CDI). This channel features videos about AAPC, the leader in certifications for the business of healthcare. If you're looking to start a new career, an AAPC certification as a Certified Medical Coder (CPC) can land you a job with a 55k salary in as little as 120 days. AAPC offers lots of certification options. To get started, go to https://www.aapc.com/training/medical-coding-training.aspx Follow AAPC on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/206425/ Like AAPC on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AAPCFan/ Follow AAPC on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aapc_official/ Follow AAPC on Twitter: https://twitter.com/aapcstaff
This AAPC Social Hour features Marti Johnson, Director of local chapter services at AAPC and MariaRita Genovese of the National Advisory Board. Also joining in this social hour is Alyssa Carr, author of an article in Healthcare Business Monthly entitled, "Five questions to ask when verifying speech therapy benefits", as well as Renee Dustman from Healthcare Business Monthly. This channel features videos about AAPC, the leader in certifications for the business of healthcare. If you're looking to start a new career, an AAPC certification as a Certified Medical Coder (CPC) can land you a job with a 55k salary in as little as 120 days. AAPC offers lots of certification options. To get started, go to https://www.aapc.com/training/medical-coding-training.aspx Follow AAPC on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/206425/ Like AAPC on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AAPCFan/ Follow AAPC on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aapc_official/ Follow AAPC on Twitter: https://twitter.com/aapcstaff
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