AAPC Erie PA Chapter

09/25/2017

Job opportunity
We are seeking Experienced Outpatient Surgery Coders for ASC’s ONLY, not other types of coding. Both Part and Full time REMOTE CODING POSITIONS ARE AVAILABLE. This is for coders who want to earn extra Money! Please let the members know to contact us, include resume. rick@jmssupply.com

09/25/2017

Job opportunity
Would you be able to recommend anyone to me who may be open to exploring career opportunities in the professional fee area? Below are a couple of positions I am recruiting for that are Pennsylvania & Texas. However do keep in mind we could assist your colleagues with their career choices nationwide. Any referrals would be appreciated and we do offer a $500.00 “thank you” referral bonus. Manager Professional Fee Coding Education – (Pennsylvania) - newly created position that will provide education to the coders and physicians (documentation to support coding) for professional fee services of physicians, not for their practice, but rather focused on services they provide in the hospital setting, inpatient, ER, and ambulatory coding. This manager will be able to work partially remote, but do to interfacing with physicians will also need to be mostly onsite. Bachelor’s Degree** and AHIMA or AAPC Certification is required. **May consider experience in lieu of degree. Physician Practice Documentation Educator – (Pennsylvania) specializing in physician practice for pro-fee billing. This position should have a background in physician coding and would spend their time educating physicians on appropriate documentation that supports compliant billing of E&M codes for hospital-owned physician practices. Director, Provider Coding Educator (Texas) - Looking for a strong leadership with technical expertise in coding, excellent communication/interpersonal skill and organizational skills. E&M coding for provider services in an Inpatient & Outpatient setting. Delivers presentations, and conduct one on one education with providers, teaches coding class, experience conducting coding seminars. Would prefer experience in a provider setting (private practice group) than an institution however; will consider someone with insurance plan or hospital experience. Prior work experience as coding consultant is a plus! Ideal candidate would be someone who is motivated by physicians as their clients rather than an institution’s agenda; someone who can relate to what motivates providers and comprehends their workflow. Requires: RHIA or CCS or CPC; RHIA or RHIA or CCDS would be a plus. Thank you for your time and consideration, Anita Anita Pate, VP Recruitment Stern & Associates, Inc. 1-888-676-1997 x307 anita@stern-associates.com

09/25/2017

Upcoming Events
Saturday, October 21, 2017 Annual Brunch
Our Annual Brunch will be held at the Erie Maennerchor Club, 1607 State Street, Erie, PA. The Brunch will run from 9AM – 1:30-2PM. There will be vendors, a Chinese Auction and Guest speaker with 2 CEUs granted for this event. Vendors include homemade jewelry, homemade baked goods, Rada knives, dog treats, 31 products, Dove chocolate, a travel agent, and possibly one or two other crafters. Please contact Tiffany McKinney or Kathy Maloney if you have a donation to contribute. If you plan on bringing one that day, please let them know via email ahead of time.

Marie Rita (Rita) Genovese, CPC, PCS will be our Guest Speaker. Ms. Genovese is an AAPC Region 2 – Atlantic representative. Additionally, Ms. Genovese has more than 20 years of experience in billing and practice management, most recently in the areas of family medicine and medical oncology. As administrator of revenue cycle for the Department of Medical Oncology and Jefferson Infusion Centers at Thomas Jefferson University, she is active in educating the physicians and staff in medical coding and compliance regulations. Genovese is a former member of AAPC’s NAB and a frequent speaker at AAPC national and regional conferences.

Reservations are required. Again the cost is $20.00/AAPC members and $22.00/non-AAPC members. If paying by check, please make check payable to AAPC. PLEASE CONTACT CYNDI MULLIGAN FOR ALL RSVPs. See attached RSVP for where to mail your check to.

Saturday, November 11, 2017 Chapter Meetings @ Cocktails & Color Studio Erie, PA
Sherry Van Tassel, CPC and Connie Bootz, CPC will present on Alternative Therapies. 2 CEUs have been granted for this event. There is a $25.00 charge for this event and registration through the Cocktails & Colors website is required to secure your seat. The link to RSVP is: https://sites.cimplebox.com/events/registration.aspx?s=4305&c=2455&eid=333338&r=0.1107112

2018 Elections will also be held during this meeting! Please consider running for office and supporting the ongoing growth and development of our chapter! The chapter will need new officers for the roles of President, Vice President and Secretary/Treasurer for 2018! If you have questions on the duties/responsibilities for any of these offices please feel free to reach out to any of our current officers.

IN NEED OF NOMINEES FOR OFFICERS FOR 2018 – Please consider holding the position of an officer for the year 2018. Please contact Tiffany McKinney @ tmckinney20@yahoo.com to nominate someone or yourself. All nominees need to be in by October 21st. We will then send out a ballet for those who will not be able to make it to the November meeting so they can still vote.

Charitable Donation: Please remember we are still collecting hats, gloves, scarves, etc., for our chosen charity for the second half of the year. These will go to a local school in need.
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Erie AAPC Annual Brunch Reservation Form

Date: October 21, 2017

Location: Erie Maennerchor Club, 1607 State Street, Erie, PA

Cost: $20.00/AAPC member $22.00/non-AAPC member

Name: AAPC #:

Name: AAPC #:

Please RSVP by Friday, October 13, 2017 Make checks payable to AAPC

Mail to: Cyndi Mulligan, COC
Erie AAPC Chapter Secretary/Treasurer
2111 W. 22nd Street
Erie, PA 16502

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