ELS Medical Billing Group

12/23/2025

🎄 Merry Christmas, everyone! 🎄

With Christmas just a couple of days away, I wanted to take a moment to reflect, express gratitude, and share something I’m really proud of.

I’m excited to announce that I’ve officially published my EMS Ambulance Billing Workbook on my website. This workbook was created to provide practical, real-world guidance for EMS billers, coders, and healthcare professionals navigating documentation, coding, compliance, and clean claims in ambulance billing.

This season is a reminder that new beginnings are always possible. As we prepare to step into a new year, I’m choosing to focus on growth, learning, and building meaningful resources that truly help others.

📘 You can view or purchase the EMS Ambulance Billing Workbook here:

👉 https://www.elsmedicalbillinggroup.net/category/all-products

Wishing everyone a Merry Christmas, peace, rest, and positivity as we close out the year. Let’s start the new year with intention, clarity, and good things ahead. ✨

12/21/2025

✨ It’s finally here! ✨

My OWCP Billing Workbook is officially LIVE on the website and available for purchase! 🎉

I created this workbook because OWCP billing can be confusing, frustrating, and overwhelming—especially when you don’t have clear guidance. This workbook walks you through the process step-by-step and helps you avoid common mistakes that lead to denials and delayed payments.

✔️ Easy-to-follow explanations
✔️ Real-world billing guidance
✔️ Perfect for billers, students, and healthcare offices
✔️ Downloadable and ready to use

If you’re working with OWCP claims—or want to start—this workbook was made with you in mind.

📘 Available now in the Shop
🛒 Purchase today and download instantly
🔗 https://www.elsmedicalbillinggroup.net/category/all-products

Thank you to everyone who continues to support my work. More resources are coming soon! 💙

Access practical billing guides, workbooks, and educational resources designed to support accuracy, compliance, and professional growth.

12/18/2025

✨ New Training Programs | Built With Intention, Structure, and Real Support ✨

I’m excited to share that I’ve been putting a tremendous amount of time, thought, and care into developing my upcoming healthcare billing training programs.

These are not quick, surface-level courses.

Each training is intentionally structured to provide a complete learning experience, including:
• In-depth instructor-led training sessions
• Interactive workshops and real-world scenarios
• Breakout room activities to apply concepts in real time
• Quizzes and gradable knowledge checks
• Guided discussions and Q&A
• Practical examples that reflect how billing works in the real world

Every class is designed to go beyond slides. My goal is to help participants understand the “why,” not just the “what,” and to build confidence in their skills—whether they’re new to the field or expanding into specialty areas.

I’m taking my time with these programs because I truly care about the people who enroll. When someone signs up for one of my classes, they’re not just getting information—they’re getting support, structure, and intentional instruction designed to help them do their very best on their professional journey.

If you’re looking for training that is:
✔ Thoughtfully built
✔ Interactive and engaging
✔ Rooted in real-world application
✔ Focused on learning, not rushing

Then I’m excited to welcome you.

More details coming soon. I’m proud of what’s being built—and even more excited about who it’s going to help. 🤍

12/17/2025

🚨 NEW TRAINING ANNOUNCEMENT 🚨

I’m excited to officially announce the launch of Live Specialty Billing Trainings through ELS Medical Billing Group, led by an AAPC-Approved Instructor.

These are live, virtual, 2.5-hour specialty billing trainings designed for medical billers, coders, practice managers, clinics, and healthcare organizations looking to reduce denials and improve reimbursement with real-world, payer-specific strategies.

🗓️ Weekly Training Schedule

✔ Tuesdays: OWCP (Federal Workers’ Compensation) Billing
✔ Thursdays: EMS / Ambulance Billing
✔ Fridays: Primary Care Billing

🎯 What You’ll Learn

• Authorization & documentation requirements
• ICD-10, CPT & HCPCS coding best practices
• Claim submission workflows
• Common denials & how to fix them
• ERA/EOB review & payment posting
• Compliance & clean-claim strategies

💼 Registration Options

💲 $199 – Individual Registration
💲 $399 – Employer / Clinic Seat
🔹 Private group trainings & multi-attendee discounts available upon request

📌 Register here:
👉 https://www.elsmedicalbillinggroup.net/booking

All sessions are delivered live via Microsoft Teams, and access details are provided after registration.

📧 info@elsmedicalbillinggroup.net
📞 888-927-7894 ext. 101

12/16/2025

I’m happy to announce we are now enrolling for our Specialty Billing Training Sessions — live, instructor-led, and focused on real-world healthcare billing.

Each session delivers practical, specialty-specific billing guidance to support billing accuracy, clean-claim strategies, and compliance awareness.

🗓 Training Schedule by Specialty
• Tuesdays: OWCP Billing Training
• Thursdays: EMS / Ambulance Billing Training
• Fridays: Primary Care Billing Training

💻 Live virtual sessions via Microsoft Teams
💲 $399 per participant
📅 Choose your preferred date during booking

🔗 Register here:
👉 https://wix.to/d64JI3w

Professional training only. This program does not confer certification or licensure.

Each student will be awarded with a certificate of completion.

Stop by and book your free consultation with ELS Medical Billing Group.

11/25/2025

🌟 A Proud Moment in My Journey 🌟

Today, I opened my mailbox and found something that truly stopped me in my tracks — my official AAPC CPB Instructor™ certification.

Seeing this certificate in my hands means more than words can explain. It represents endurance, late nights studying, faith, discipline, and refusing to give up on myself even when life felt heavy.

Every accomplishment is a brick in the foundation I’m building — for my family, my companies, and the people I’m called to serve. And today was one of those beautiful reminders that hard work really does come back around.

I’m proud of myself.
And I’m grateful — to God, to the people who believe in me, and to the future that’s unfolding.

Here’s to more growth, more opportunities, and more doors opening. 🙏💙

11/17/2025

📊 Trending: Why Clean Claim Rates Must Stay Above 98%

Happy Monday! Let’s kick off the week with a critical KPI for every healthcare practice: Clean Claim Rate.

Why does keeping your clean claim rate above 98% matter?

🔹 Fewer reworks – less back-and-forth and less burnout for billing teams
🔹 Faster payments – because delayed claims = delayed cashflow
🔹 Financial stability – a healthy revenue cycle is the backbone of practice success

At ELS Medical Billing Group, we help practices reach—and maintain—that gold standard 98%+ clean claim rate 💪

What’s your clean claim rate target this quarter? Drop it below and let’s grow together!

11/07/2025

🙌 I did it! I’m officially a Certified Professional Biller Instructor (CPBI) through AAPC!

This accomplishment opens the door for me to start training new students through ELS Medical Billing University — something I’ve prayed and worked so hard for.

Thank you to everyone who believed in me. The journey continues! 💙💛

10/23/2025

🌟 Reminder: Join Me for My Upcoming AAPC Presentation! 🌟

📅 Date: November 12, 2025
🕛 Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM EST
🎓 CEU Award: 1.0
💻 Location: Virtual (https://emoryhealthcare.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_fXBc1qukSSCb_-CKCj6rvQ #/registration)

💰 Fee: $25 annual education fee for members | $5 drop-in for non-members

I’m excited to be speaking at the AAPC Atlanta Local Chapter on the topic:
💡 “Clean Claims, Fewer Denials: Proven Strategies for Billing Accuracy & Payment Success.”

In this one-hour educational session, I’ll share practical insights on:
✅ Increasing clean claim rates to 98%+
✅ Understanding payer denial codes (PR1–PR3)
✅ Reading and interpreting ERAs effectively
✅ Streamlining claim workflows to minimize rework and payment delays

This is a must-attend session for medical billers, coders, and RCM professionals who want to boost efficiency and reduce denials.

👩🏽‍🏫 Speaker: Ericia Smith, CPB, CCS, CPB-I, A.S.T
📧 RSVP: GAPC Board | atlantachapteraapc@gmail.com

Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: Clean Claims, Fewer Denials. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar.

10/22/2025

I’m excited to share that I’m currently preparing for the Certified Professional Biller Instructor (CPBI) certification through the AAPC — a major step toward becoming a licensed instructor in medical billing and revenue cycle education.

As part of the program, I’ll be conducting a 15–20 minute teaching presentation, which will be evaluated based on my instructional delivery and engagement skills.

I’m currently seeking a few volunteers to attend the presentation (virtually) and provide brief feedback afterward. No prior billing experience is required — just an open mind and a willingness to support my journey as I continue building the ELS University education arm of ELS Medical Billing Group.

If you’d like to join or learn more, feel free to comment below or send me a message!

10/21/2025

🛠️ What Compliance Really Costs — and Why It’s Worth It

Most small businesses focus on getting contracts — but few talk about what it truly takes to keep them.

Behind every successful federal partnership is a long list of invisible safeguards:
• 📜 HIPAA compliance to protect patient data.
• 🔐 SOC 2 readiness to prove system security and integrity.
• 🧩 NIST and cybersecurity frameworks to meet agency standards.

These aren’t just checkboxes — they’re investments that define your credibility, stability, and trustworthiness.

At ELS Medical Billing Group, we’ve partnered with Quantum Greene Solutions and RSI Security to strengthen our compliance posture — from risk assessments to HIPAA audits — because protecting data and ensuring integrity isn’t optional in our line of work. It’s essential.

Yes, compliance takes time, funding, and effort.
But the payoff?
✅ Federal trust.
✅ Contract eligibility.
✅ Long-term sustainability.

Compliance isn’t a burden — it’s the backbone of doing business the right way.

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💡 If you’re a fellow small business preparing for federal work, don’t wait until you’re awarded a contract to start your compliance journey. Start now — your future self will thank you.

10/09/2025

🚨 Exciting Update from ELS Medical Billing Group!

We’re expanding our specialized billing services to include OWCP (Office of Workers’ Compensation Programs) claims — helping clinics, therapy centers, and federal health programs get paid faster and stay compliant.

OWCP billing can be complex, but with our 98% clean claim rate and deep knowledge of CA-16, CA-17, CA-20, and ACS portal submissions, we take the guesswork out of the process.

Our mission is simple: Clean Claims. Fewer Denials. Faster Pay.

Whether you’re a physical therapy clinic, occupational health provider, or agency serving federal employees — ELS can help you navigate the OWCP process from start to finish.

📩 Let’s connect today to see how we can support your OWCP billing needs.