Tag Archives: AHIMA

Interested in the NEW codes for ICD-10?

Posted on March 8, 2016 by

Well, October 1, 2014 has come and gone and most of us have successfully made the transition from ICD-9 to ICD-10.  Sure, there have been bumps along the way and new challenges seem to pop up every now and then … Continue reading →

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We need #ICD10!!

Posted on February 10, 2015 by

URGENT MESSAGE RECEIVED FROM AHIMA! I’d like to share the following information for everyone who knows #ICD10Matters. Ms. Margarita Valdez is asking for everyone’s help in reaching out and spreading important #ICD10Facts. This is a reminder that tomorrow, February 11th … Continue reading →

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Will this study help Medical Billers and Coders get claims paid?

Posted on May 28, 2014 by

Medical billers and coders spend quite a bit of their day posting charges and payments or calling insurance companies to check status.  Does anyone actually know how long it takes to get the claim paid?  We all have an idea … Continue reading →

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Need ICD-9 help for your RHIT?

Posted on April 3, 2014 by

If you are preparing for your RHIT and only studied ICD-10, you are sure to be panicked right now but you shouldn’t be.  AHIMA and many others are ready to help you and HD Medical is one of them. Follow … Continue reading →

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EMR & HIPAA – A Guest Blog Post

Posted on April 2, 2014 by

Why Do People Find ICD-10 So Amusing?

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Where do you stand on a possible ICD-10 delay?

Posted on March 31, 2014 by

AHIMA held a virtual rally on Twitter today to raise awareness about another impending delay on ICD-10.  Excellent points and questions were shared by all who participated – kudos for showing your support to vote against H.R. 4302! My hope … Continue reading →

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A proud moment to share!

Posted on March 30, 2014 by

Even with the uncertainty of these last few days, I reviewed, studied and took the AHIMA assessment.  After several grueling hours and support from so many – I passed! I believe in ICD-10 and the enormous benefits, research potential and opportunity … Continue reading →

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Vote AGAINST H.R. 4302

Posted on March 29, 2014 by

Copy this pic and email, tweet, send and share with your senators before Monday’s vote! Not sure how to reach them?  AHIMA provides their phone numbers here and clicking here is a site which offers direct links to their individual websites, … Continue reading →

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Delaying ICD-10 is basically enabling those who won’t step up…

Posted on March 28, 2014 by

What would you say to a friend or family member who continues to support someone who doesn’t try, refuses to do “the right thing” and procrastinates time and time again at the expense and sacrifice of others?  You would say … Continue reading →

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ICD-10 Delay? NO WAY!

Posted on March 27, 2014 by

My day actually started late last night when I closed my books after studying ICD-10-CM Guidelines, Conventions and coding scenarios for yet another day.  I closed my eyes while promising myself that when I woke up, I’d review a couple … Continue reading →

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