The AAPC Podcast

In this episode of AAPC Social Hour, we chat with Erica Simpson, AAPC's Placement Director, about the latest updates to the Project Xtern program and share tips to help new CPC-As land their first job. Plus, we talk with Kelly Shew about her feature article in the May 2025 issue of AAPC The Magazine: Principal, Chronic, and Complex Care Management Pay Off. #medicalcoding #healthcarecareers #cpcjou...

In this inspiring interview, Stephanie Vargason shares her remarkable path to becoming a Certified Professional Coder (CPC) with AAPC. What started as a challenging chapter in her life—facing serious health issues—became the catalyst for a rewarding new career.

Meet Paul Daddona—last year he attended AAPC’s HEALTHCON as a newly certified CPC-A with no job experience, just determination and a dream. He came to learn, network, and take the first steps in his career. Shortly after the conference, he landed his very first position in the healthcare revenue cycle. In this follow-up interview at HEALTHCON 2025, Paul shares where his journey has taken him over...

Meet Kim Steffenhagen—she started at the front desk and never imagined where it would lead. In this interview, Kim shares how her curiosity, hard work, and a little nudge from fate brought her to medical coding. Hear how she prepared for the CPC exam with AAPC and why she never looked back. #medicalcoding #aapc #cpcexam #careerjourney

In this edition of AAPC Social Hour, Sabrina Skeldon shares how to give physicians a financial literacy checkup, while Heather Greene dives into the key performance indicators that define a top-notch CDI team.

Join us for a discussion with Jacqueline Bloink on medical liens and the vital role medical coders play in them. Plus, Wendy Cox shares expert tips on how to start your career as a medical coder!

During the COVID-19 pandemic, Dominic Chavez, like many others, sought a career change. Encouraged by his mother, he decided to explore medical coding—a field completely new to him. Learning the language of healthcare took time, but with persistence, he found a path full of possibilities. Watch as Dominic shares his journey in this episode of #iamaapc.

Join us as Missy Kirshner and Angela Clements discuss global surgery, with Melinda Craig joining to share insights on coding quality. Plus, we’ll explore ways AAPC members can get more involved with the organization!

Join us as we introduce Yvonne Ellison, the new AAPCCA Chapter Advisory Board (CAB) Executive Chair! Yvonne shares her background and vision for the CAB during her tenure. We’re also joined by William (Bill) Fiala, who discusses his article, Legitimizing Psychedelic Medication Therapy, featured in the February 2025 issue of AAPC The Magazine.

Elizabeth Comma-Watson began her healthcare journey as a medical transcriptionist. Initially, she considered nursing—until a class involving a cat dissection changed her mind due to her deep love for felines. She took on various hea lthcare roles to support herself, eventually finding positions that intersected with medical coding. A co-worker’s suggestion sparked her interest, leading to the care...

Join us as we talk about the 2024 Salary Survey and our new policy change allowing eBook use during exams.

Join us for a conversation with Rhonda Buckholtz, AAPC's new National Advisory Board President. Rhonda shares her journey with AAPC and discusses her vision and initiatives for the board. Plus, get a sneak peek from HEALTHCON presenters as they share insights into their upcoming sessions this April! Learn more about HEALTHCON at healthcon.com. #heatlhcare #healthcareconference #medicalcoding #medi...

In this edition of AAPC Social Hour, Terry Fletcher discusses updates to Telehealth 2025 and the final rule. We’re also joined by members of AAPC’s National Advisory Board to explore the Emerging Leaders program, now accepting applications through January 31, 2025. Learn more and apply here: https://www.aapc.com/training-and-events/emerging-leaders-program #telehealthcare #finalrule #aapc #aapceme...

Victoria Vo, CPC, COC, CPMA, CRC, CPFC, CPCD, CPRC, CEMA, AAPC Approved Instructor, and AAPC Fellow, didn’t always have a clear career path. However, her determination and passion for medical coding transformed her journey. Discover how she rose to prominence as a respected medical coder and one of the industry's most influential voices in this inspiring interview.

Join us as we gear up for Thanksgiving! In this video, we dive into everything you need to know about AAPC exams, including what to expect on test day, essential items to bring, and plenty of helpful tips to ensure you're prepared. Don't miss out!

Join us for an inspiring conversation with Marianne Durling, MHA, RHIA, CPC, CCS, CDIP, CPCO, CDEI, CIC, a veteran of the healthcare industry with over 40 years of experience across nearly every aspect of the field. Currently serving as a Compliance Director at a large academic medical center, Marianne shares insights into her remarkable career journey and the lessons she's learned.

Join us as Leigh Poland talka about her article in the November AAPC Magazine, High-Risk Debridement Coding and Documentation. Kathrine Abel from AAPC's content team also joins the broadcast to share updates on AAPC's education and exams.

Meet Maddie Banerjee, a former teacher who launched her medical coding career later in life. With postgraduate degrees in English Literature and Education, she found her path to coding through a local community college. Discover her inspiring journey on this episode of #iamaapc. #medicalcoding #medicalcoder #healthcare #revenuecycle

Watch Corella Lumpkins and Annie Barnaby join us to talk about resume writing and the Project Xtern program. 

Join us as we speak with a panel of experts from the AAPC national office about the new code updates for 2025. 

Join us as we talk about the great time we had in Philadelphia for our HEALTHCON Regional Conference. We also talk about our upcomong DOCUCON conference. https://www.aapc.com/training-and-events/docucon

  After a fulfilling career as a veterinary technician, Jenipher Swanson was ready for a new challenge. Her curiosity led her to discover medical coding, and she quickly became passionate, spending hours each day learning everything she could about the field. It wasn't long after she officially began her CPC studies that she passed the CPC exam. Discover more about Jenipher’s inspiring journey in...

Join us for this edition of Social Hour as we chat with Trenton Strode about landing his first job and how healthcare employers should reconsider hiring for CDI roles. We also have a conversation with the National Advisory Board about the Emerging Leaders Program.

Join us as we speak with officers from the 2023 AAPC Chapter of the Year, the Minneapolis, MN chapter.

Join us as we get to know AAPC's 2023 Chapter Officer of the Year, Tonda Dawson. We also talk about our upcoming HEALTHCON Regional Conference in Philadelphia.