Coding Break With Tam' Talk Podcast

Do you consider yourself an old school or new school Coder? Interested in creating digital content? You need some old school and some new school coding to do it. Here's why Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/coding-break-with-tam-talk-podcast--4244224/support .

Howdy Coder Pro's! Welcome back to another coding break. If I were a newly certified coder I would pursue the following: Home Health, Telehealth Surgery (ASC)(Ambulatory Surgery Centers) DME(Durable Medical Equipment) Tune in to hear why. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/coding-break-with-tam-talk-podcast--4244224/support .

What's going on in Medical Coding, today? It's raining cats and dogs and apparently algorithmic AI healthcare changes. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/coding-break-with-tam-talk-podcast--4244224/support .

Howdy Coder Pro's! There have been updates to the No Surprise Billing Act. We will be focusing specifically on Texas updates. Learn about the drastic reduction in IDR administrative fees and your rights as a healthcare consumer. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/coding-break-with-tam-talk-podcast--4244224/support .

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 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/coding-break-with-tam-talk-podcast--4244224/support .

Can you perform medical coding without a certification? Let's chat about it! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/coding-break-with-tam-talk-podcast--4244224/support .

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. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/coding-break-with-tam-talk-podcast--4244224/support .

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. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/coding-break-with-tam-talk-podcast--4244224/support .

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. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/coding-break-with-tam-talk-podcast--4244224/support .

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 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/coding-break-with-tam-talk-podcast--4244224/support .

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. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/coding-break-with-tam-talk-podcast--4244224/support .

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? Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/coding-break-with-tam-talk-podcast--4244224/support .

Howdy Coder Pro's! I'm back from my extended coding break. Let's really dive into the conversation surrounding Artificial Intelligence (AI). It's trending. It's scary. It's helpful. Your job is secure or is it? Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/coding-break-with-tam-talk-podcast--4244224/support .

Happy 2026! The year to apply what you observed in 2025. Re-Introduction of our online Specialty Coding Bootcamps To learn more: www.abrahammedicalcodingcoachl... Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/coding-break-with-tam-talk-podcast--4244224/support .

You passed the medical coding certification exam, now what? Do you possess these additional skills when searching for a coding role? Employers are not only searching for the certification, they need to know if you have other skills such as time management and flexibility, just to name a couple. To learn more: www.abrahammedicalcodingcoachl... Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreake...

Howdy Coder Pro's! Welcome back to another coding break. Question(s) of the break: What are your thoughts on AI? Where can I receive AI training? To learn more about medical coding, take our self paced online medical coding course or coding bootcamps, visit my website. www.abrahammedicalcodingcoachl... Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/coding-break-with-tam-talk-...

Are you a compliant employee? Medical Coder? Compliance is not just for certain employees. It is applicable to all employees, from the top to the bottom. What are some of the reasons why compliance in the workplace was created? Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/coding-break-with-tam-talk-podcast--4244224/support .

What are you waiting on to drop your medical coding content? Inexperienced coders are dropping medical coding content like experienced(season) medical coding professionals. I'm here for it. Here's why. Website: www.abrahammedicalcodingcoachl... Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/coding-break-with-tam-talk-podcast--4244224/support .

You completed the medical coding program, now what? Listen in to learn the other skills needed to be a success at medical coding Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/coding-break-with-tam-talk-podcast--4244224/support .

In need of Coding CEU's? In this episode of the Coding Break, I share some of my 'go-to' resources for obtaining my continuing education units. I started a focus Music Playlist for my coders! Medical Coders need music to relax, be productive and focus. I decided to share my playlist on our YouTube channel (Code Rhetoric with Tam' Talk). Take a listen! Links to CEU Resources: BC Advantage https://w...

How are you conducting your coding job search? I stumbled across a red flag coding job posting. Are we still assigning ICD-9 codes in 2025? Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/coding-break-with-tam-talk-podcast--4244224/support .

Now that you have secured the coding role, how are you managing your income? In this episode of the Coding Break, I share some simple tips for living comfortably and successfully on a coder's salary. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/coding-break-with-tam-talk-podcast--4244224/support .

As a newly certified medical coding professional, you should consider certain things before your job search or prior to accepting a coding role. Is the Coding Department a good fit for your medical coding goals? Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/coding-break-with-tam-talk-podcast--4244224/support .

Howdy Coder Pro's! How are we doing with the new 2026 ICD Guidelines and codes? In this episode, I discussed (3) ICD-10 Coding Guideline changes. HIV Coding Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus, in Remission Coding Multiple Sites Coding An ICD-10 Breakdown YT video is forthcoming! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/coding-break-with-tam-talk-podcast--4244224/support .

How is the government shutdown affecting the medical coding industry? Reimbursement of claims? I'm seeing an influx of new coders and coding roles. Let's talk about it! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/coding-break-with-tam-talk-podcast--4244224/support .