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Expectations
November 16, 2009 7:20 AM by Carol Dantzler-Harris, MEd, RHIA, CPC
My daughter received her first progress report from the International Bacceularate school she attends. She was disappointed in her grades this first quarter because she did not get straight A's, as she was accustomed to. I have to admit, I was probably Read More...
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HI&T Week
November 9, 2009 7:36 AM by Carol Dantzler-Harris, MEd, RHIA, CPC
November is not only the start of the holiday season, but also the time of year when HIM professionals celebrate Health Information and Technology (HI&T) Week. This is our week to pat ourselves on the back and celebrate the achievements made during Read More...
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No Rest for the Weary
November 2, 2009 7:11 AM by Carol Dantzler-Harris, MEd, RHIA, CPC
I have been trying to get the flu shot for the last few weeks. As you know from watching the news, the flu shot is in short supply. After my third attempt, the nurse practitioner promised to call me as soon as a new shipment arrived. I thought with all Read More...
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HIT Jobs in High Demand
October 26, 2009 7:08 AM by Carol Dantzler-Harris, MEd, RHIA, CPC
The introductory course I teach in health information technology (HIT) gives students the basics on health information. This week I did a lecture on the diversity of career options available in HIT. Students coming into the program are usually familiar Read More...
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H1N1 Flu Hits College Campuses
October 19, 2009 7:13 AM by Carol Dantzler-Harris, MEd, RHIA, CPC
There has been so much attention on the H1N1 flu in my kid's school district. My daughter's middle school has reported two confirmed cases of the H1N1 flu, and there have been a tremendous number of kids out with flu-like symptoms. My daughter missed Read More...
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Stress Management
October 12, 2009 3:16 PM by Carol Dantzler-Harris, MEd, RHIA, CPC
My daughter transferred to a new school this year. She had no interest in transferring to this school, but like all parents I overruled her objections so she can be prepared to compete in the highly competitive world we live in. The curriculum at the Read More...
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The Virtual Lab
October 6, 2009 3:03 PM by Carol Dantzler-Harris, MEd, RHIA, CPC
I have been learning how to use the American Health Information Management Association virtual lab applications for the HIT program. The virtual lab simulates various HIM functions, such as release of information, master patient index (MPI), chart deficiencies Read More...
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The Vanishing Textbook
September 28, 2009 7:30 AM by Carol Dantzler-Harris, MEd, RHIA, CPC
I remember being in elementary school and how everyone was extremely excited about going to the library to check out books. My friends and I looked forward to this day all week; we could not wait to check out our favorite books. We would check out the Read More...
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ICD-10 Anxiety
September 21, 2009 7:34 AM by Carol Dantzler-Harris, MEd, RHIA, CPC
I try to attend coding updates annually, and I always learn something new. I attended a workshop this week on the 2010 ICD-9 changes. The amount of information is just mind-boggling. It is a good thing I don't have to perform coding for a living. The Read More...
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Office Hours
September 14, 2009 7:08 AM by Carol Dantzler-Harris, MEd, RHIA, CPC
One of the perks of working from home is that you get to set your own office hours. There are no employees, boss or co-workers that you must make time for during an 8-hour day at the office. When I want to start my day, I simply go upstairs to my home Read More...
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Not Another Test
September 9, 2009 7:49 AM by Carol Dantzler-Harris, MEd, RHIA, CPC
I was thrilled to pass the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) certified professional coder (CPC) test on the first try this past spring. The experience was nerve wracking, and I didn't think I would survive it. Well, you are reading this blog, Read More...
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Volunteering
August 31, 2009 7:15 AM by Carol Dantzler-Harris, MEd, RHIA, CPC
When I moved to North Carolina several years ago, I volunteered my time at a local shelter. I was hesitant at first because I didn't think I could really be of any help to these people in need. Once I was convinced by the shelter director, I signed up Read More...
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A New Toy
August 24, 2009 8:57 AM by Carol Dantzler-Harris, MEd, RHIA, CPC
I discovered a new technology toy this weekend. It's called Voki and it allows you to create an audio message with cool characters. You can select a character and change their hair color, eyes, skin tone and even apply makeup. I found a character I liked Read More...
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Fall into the Season
August 17, 2009 7:17 AM by Carol Dantzler-Harris, MEd, RHIA, CPC
Next week marks the beginning of the fall semester at the community college where I teach in the medical assisting program. I am looking forward to meeting new students and getting back in front of the class. It's such a good feeling to see these excited Read More...
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Back to School
August 10, 2009 7:13 AM by Carol Dantzler-Harris, MEd, RHIA, CPC
We are nearing the end of summer, and it is time for kids across the country to go back to school. The retailers have started the full-scale assault on parents to get to the mall and buy their kids clothes, shoes, computers and other items that your kids Read More...
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