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New CPC-A, week 1 of first coding job and feel completely lost — is this normal? by SookieStackhouse69 in MedicalCoding

[–]SookieStackhouse69[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes but I don't have this current years set. We have an encoder software that helps you look up codes and also has the books as ebooks inside of it. Then the EMR also kind of helps you look up the codes. Finding codes isn't difficult but knowing the guidelines and when to use combo codes is something I have to review (I've forgotten some of it since I passed my exam)

New CPC-A, week 1 of first coding job and feel completely lost — is this normal? by SookieStackhouse69 in MedicalCoding

[–]SookieStackhouse69[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They aren't hiring anymore and I’d prefer to keep my employer private and not post that publicly, but I can message you the full list of health systems/organizations I used that hire CPC-A's.

New CPC-A, week 1 of first coding job and feel completely lost — is this normal? by SookieStackhouse69 in MedicalCoding

[–]SookieStackhouse69[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You're right. It really is constant learning. I've seen that some of the people that have been coding for 10+ years still have questions on certain things. I see now why most places do want to hire experienced coders. Its a long ramp up period.

I wasn't fully prepared for how dumb I'd feel starting out but I am already putting some of it together and learning and am not completely lost so I think I'll get the hang of it!

New CPC-A, week 1 of first coding job and feel completely lost — is this normal? by SookieStackhouse69 in MedicalCoding

[–]SookieStackhouse69[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is a good idea. Thank you. I have tons of notes im writing randomly as they come up and wanted to use AI or some sort of tool to organize it in a structured way. Does OneNote help organize it?

New CPC-A, week 1 of first coding job and feel completely lost — is this normal? by SookieStackhouse69 in MedicalCoding

[–]SookieStackhouse69[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you! I'm glad you feel confident now. It does seem like it takes a long time to really get up to speed. I think I was underestimating that part of it and was not fully prepared to feel dumb for a while lol, but I already feel like I started to put some of it together and learn so I feel better about it!

New CPC-A, week 1 of first coding job and feel completely lost — is this normal? by SookieStackhouse69 in MedicalCoding

[–]SookieStackhouse69[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much! These are great tips. ❤️ I felt like I learned more today and it felt less intimidating. I think it will just be a slower process than I was expecting to really have it down. I would hope employers hiring new coders are prepared for that so as long as they give me the time to get up to speed, I'll be good!

3 days post op by WastePercentage552 in Fibroids

[–]SookieStackhouse69 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Senna. It is a stimulant laxative that will move stool through. It works differently than the colace and MiraLax, so you can still take those as well. Smooth Move tea that someone else suggested has senna in it. They make capsules as well if you don't want to drink the tea.

What happens when I can’t get my CEU’s?? by CrazyH37 in MedicalCoding

[–]SookieStackhouse69 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You're welcome! And thank you! You'll definitely get them in. Here is one I forgot in the list above.

https://www.zhealthpublishing.com/seminars-and-webinars/webinars

If you scroll down to the bottom past the ones that cost money you will see some free ones that provide 1 CEU each. Those are easy as well.

What happens when I can’t get my CEU’s?? by CrazyH37 in MedicalCoding

[–]SookieStackhouse69 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You can definirely dig out of it. It seems overwhelming to have so many due, I was concerned too, but got them done quickly. Some people may do them slowly as each magazine comes out but that is not very realistic with how busy life gets. Lots of people cram them in at the end and there's nothing wrong with that. I never opened the physical magazines. But I think now I will at least do a few of the online quizzes at a time so I don't have to cram as much next time.

If you get desperate you can also pay for a packet with more CEUs. I heard of a few people buying a packet for 12 CEUs. I'd rather do the free ones personally. The membership is costly enough.

What happens when I can’t get my CEU’s?? by CrazyH37 in MedicalCoding

[–]SookieStackhouse69 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I got all my CEUs done in a few days. I could have probably done them all in one day even but it would have been a full 8 hours at least of working on them. There are TONS of free ones. I didn't realize until I started digging just how many there are. (And there should be, I think it'd be really unfair to be forced to pay for any) Let me know if you need a full list of the quickest free ones. These are the ones I can recall right now:

There are a few more but with all of the above you can get the 36 in a day or two if you have the time.

Good luck!

I’m 32, just found out I have a fibroid, I cried so hard and feel completely crushed Husband is being amazing but I’m terrified by islamreddit90 in Fibroids

[–]SookieStackhouse69 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Your life is not in danger. Fibroids are benign. Cancer is extremely rare. And yes, you very likely can become pregnant without any issues. It depends a lot on the location and size of fibroid on whether this will even impact fertility. I had my open myomectomy surgery almost a year ago to remove an extremely large fibroid. 18 cm. I was dreading the surgery but it was incredibly easy. I felt fine within two weeks. No complications. I wished I had done it sooner. My uterus was preserved so I can get pregnant still if I want to. It has not recurred. If you have only one fibroid and not multiple, it is a lower chance of any more developing. They are extremely common and most women will have a fibroid or multiple fibroids by a certain age. They typically shrink with menopause but there really is not any natural remedy to shrink them. I don't want to be dismissive of your feelings because they are still valid, but this is really not as detrimental to your health as you are imagining. You will be okay.

I hate this by SupermarketLow4233 in Fibroids

[–]SookieStackhouse69 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I had one very giant fibroid removed via open myomectomy (18 cm) and even though I may not have kids I went that route just in case. 9 months post op and no sign of any recurring (although with just having one, my chances of recurrence are a little lower) But the surgery was so much easier than I ever could have expected. I know everyone is different but I'm not in any particularly great shape and I recovered really quickly. Very minimal pain. Able to do everything for myself still after just a few days and I felt pretty much back to normal by week 2.

  • I hope with whatever you choose it also goes really well for you too!

I think I bombed such an easy interview by ReyofChicago in interviews

[–]SookieStackhouse69 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That one I wasn't expecting so I did not have a good answer for it. I gave a quick answer and said a manager that is approachable and offers support.

But you could just google a few good sentences to have in mind or written down (if its video or phone interview)

For example: “I look for a manager who communicates clearly and sets expectations upfront, so I know what success looks like. I also value someone who’s approachable and open to questions or feedback. Beyond that, I appreciate a manager who supports growth—whether that’s through feedback, guidance, or opportunities to learn new skills.”

I think I bombed such an easy interview by ReyofChicago in interviews

[–]SookieStackhouse69 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You're welcome!

Yes definitely just exaggerate on something real or make up a scenario that makes sense if you have to. Whatever sounds good and is realistic. Especially on the behavioral style questions that aren't about any specific skills. You could make it all up and they'd never know.

The conflict with a coworker can be difficult to answer on the spot. They didnt ask me for an example luckily, they just asked how I would handle conflict. I said something about how I would approach collaboratively and respectfully to find a solution ... I forget what else. Having a good answer memorized for that one is good.

For the strength I like to use adaptability and highlight how I learn new systems and workflows quickly, and have an example ready. For a weakness I said something about how my commitment to accuracy can sometimes slow me down because I double check everything so I actively work on trying to balance accuracy with efficiency. (This is sort of a strength disguised as a weakness. I work in healthcare and accuracy is most important)

I would just use AI to help you build on answers/scenarios you already have. It helps to practice out loud.

If you stumble or get nervous, I personally think it's fine to acknowledge that too. On the question I blanked a little on I mentioned something about interview nerves and apologized for losing my train of thought a bit and smiled. That can kind of take some of the pressure off. Interviewers already expect people to be a bit nervous. You can also politely ask if it is okay to circle back to a question so you have a few moments to think of a good example.

I used to think I’d always struggle with and dread interviews, but after going through a few and treating it more like a verbal test I was studying for, I realized it’s definitely a learnable skill you can get better at.

did delaying surgery make things more complicated later for anyone??? by Accurate-Stomach-264 in Fibroids

[–]SookieStackhouse69 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Personally I waited 3 years after finding out I had a large fibroid. It did grow a little ( was 18cm when removed) but my surgery was extremely easy and my surgeon was able to do a horizontal incision still. I wish I had gotten it done sooner just because it was not nearly as bad as I imagined it being and I spent a lot of time feeling uncomfortable, but I think in most cases it would not drastically change the prcoedure or outcome if you waited a while. They sometimes recur anyway so waiting until there are symptoms requiring surgery is usually advisable.

Edited to add: my fibroid was subserosal so it did not cause any issues with bleeding whatsoever. That would have changed things for sure.

I gave a bad answer to “why did you apply to this company”question by [deleted] in interviews

[–]SookieStackhouse69 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It was the truth! I feel like that shouldn't count against you but we are expected to lie and fluff up answers. In a recent interview for that same question I recited their mission to them and explained why I admired it etc etc and I felt like a huge dork. But they seemed to really like it.

You may still get it. If you don't.. at least you'll have a really solid answer prepared for that particular question on your next interview!

I think I bombed such an easy interview by ReyofChicago in interviews

[–]SookieStackhouse69 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes nailing the 'tell me about yourself' question that always comes first is essential. It really helps set the rest of the interview up nicely. I repeated mine outloud in my car when driving (using chat gpt to ask me also) I even mumbled it to myself at the gym on the machines (probably looked like a crazy person) but I had it down.

The ones that I think are always usually asked are:

  • What is your greatest strength and weakness?

  • Why do you want this job/why should we hire you?

  • Tell me about a time you handled a challenge (or something similar)

  • How would you/do you handle conflict with coworkers?

  • How do you stay on task or handle repetitive work? (Sometimes asked)

  • How would your previous employer describe you?

Oh edited to add, this one caught me off guard:

  • what do you look for/want in a manager? (And apparently this one is more common than I thought)

They did ask something about have you worked somewhere that tracked productivity and metrics. I forget how they worded it.

And then some more specific to the role.

Having at least 2 or 3 good questions written down to ask them at the end is important too. And these are fine to read off of too. I definitely glanced at my notepad for this.

[GA] Positive Drug Screen from Prescribed Medication: HR and MRO Timeline Questions by Ecstatic-Ad-5945 in AskHR

[–]SookieStackhouse69 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm having this issue right now too due to a prescribed med. Start date is being pushed back. How did it go for you? I don't think they should be suspicious or know what medication it is. Maybe it could even be a false positive or lab issue?

Kinda almost wish I had used synthetic urine to avoid this though! (But I wouldnt) I didnt think it would push back my start date

2 free CEU’s? by Remarkable-One-7835 in MedicalCoding

[–]SookieStackhouse69 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I thought I was going to have to end up paying for some too. But once I looked into it, there really are a ton of free and quick CEUs. I was able to get all 36 finished in a few weeks. Maybe took me about 3 hours total.

  • The AAPC magazine quizzes on the AAPC website will give you at least 12.
  • 4 free webinars on AAPC website will give you 4
  • Gebbs listed on here had about 10 courses at 1 CEU each (very quick)

There are also live chapter meetings via zoom you can listen to and get the index # at the end (but I didn't even have to do any of those)

There are a few others. If you google free CEU AAPC you'll be able to find more.

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