Episodes

  • Taking a Coding Break at the Healthcon Conference

    Taking a Coding Break at the Healthcon Conference
    May 10 2026
    I attended the AAPC's Healthcon Conference in Dallas, Texas.

    Tune in for my recap!

    New coding certification announced

    Next nation Healthcon stop will be in Washington DC 2027

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    12 mins
  • Is a Medical Coding Certification Necessary? If so, Why?

    Is a Medical Coding Certification Necessary? If so, Why?
    Apr 19 2026
    Can you perform medical coding without a certification?

    Let's chat about it!

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    10 mins
  • How to Deal with Poor Coding Leadership+ Teamwork Makes the Dream Work

    How to Deal with Poor Coding Leadership+ Teamwork Makes the Dream Work
    Apr 12 2026
    Question: How do you deal with negative coding leadership?

    Response: It depends on the scenario.

    Tune in as I share my response and perspective on poor coding leadership.

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    15 mins
  • Coding Breaks + Coder Burnout+Mental Health Coding+ Don't Be the Chart You Code!

    Coding Breaks + Coder Burnout+Mental Health Coding+ Don't Be the Chart You Code!
    Apr 5 2026
    This is your reminder to take your coding breaks!

    Is productivity and external noise weighing you down? If so, it's time to take a coding break.

    Have you noticed an uptick in Mental Health codes (F40-F49)?

    Combat Coder burnout.

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    10 mins
  • Where's the M.E.A.T.(Monitor Evaluate, Treat & Assess)?

    Where's the M.E.A.T.(Monitor Evaluate, Treat & Assess)?
    Mar 15 2026
    Where's the MEAT when it comes to provider documentation?

    Are healthcare providers documenting appropriately? Your documentation is important for medical coding assignment and reimbursement.

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    11 mins
  • ICD 9, 10, ELEVEN😳+Medical Coding Trends to Watch

    ICD 9, 10, ELEVEN😳+Medical Coding Trends to Watch
    Mar 8 2026
    Howdy Coder Pro's!
    What's trending in the Medical Coding industry?

    We knew about artificial intelligence (AI), but are we discussing ICD-11? Yes, we are.

    Tune in to the Coding Break Podcast to learn what else is trending.

    "Are you a doctor? I am today!"- Pretender

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    7 mins
  • A Different Way of Networking for Coding Opportunities

    A Different Way of Networking for Coding Opportunities
    Feb 22 2026
    Networking is important in the medical coding industry.

    There are different ways to network.

    I share my personal networking experiences that opened the doors to new coding opportunities for myself, as well as, others.

    Don't be afraid to step out of your comfort zone.

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    12 mins
  • What are Complex Coding Tasks According to AI?

    What are Complex Coding Tasks According to AI?
    Feb 8 2026
    What exactly are complex coding tasks according to artificial intelligence?

    How does one pivot in this industry?

    What are the variables to the results found with Google AI?

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    12 mins