Chapter News & Updates

September 2024

VIRTUAL SEMINAR


We hope that you all will be able to join us on Saturday, October 5 for our first post-pandemic, IN PERSON, seminar! A virtual option is also available, but we're very excited to see everyone

face to face.


We are beyond excited to welcome some amazing speakers for this full day, 7 CEU educational event.


Why you should attend:

  • Amazing education
  • Great prizes
  • 7 CEUs


$65


If you are a St. Louis chapter member that is interested in attending but are financially unable to at this time, please contact us to discuss how we can help! stlaapcsocial@gmail.com

REGISTER NOW

CALL FOR 2025 CHAPTER OFFICERS


Elections for the 2025 St. Louis Chapter Officers will be held in the month of October and we need you!


If you are interested in nominating yourself or someone else, please email us at stlaapcsocial@gmail.com. Nominations are due by 9/15/24.


Visit our website for more information!

CHAPTER SURVEY


If you are interested in participating in a focus group & survey on how the St. Louis Chapter can better serve you, please contact us today!

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UPCOMING EVENTS


9/16 - 6:00PM

Lori Cox

Infusion Confusion for Beginners

(Zoom)


10/5 - ALL DAY

Virtual Seminar

7 CEUs


11/18 - 6:00PM

Rhonda Buckholtz

(Zoom)


12/16 - 6:00PM

Member Appreciation

(St. Luke's)

REMINDERS


Members-Only Webinars

 

AAPC offers free webinars for member! They're posted on the Member-Only Webinars page.

SEPTEMBER CHAPTER MEETING


Monday, September 16, 2024

6:00 PM CST

via Zoom


as we welcome Lori Cox to discuss Infusion Coding!


Registration is required to receive the meeting link.

REGISTER NOW

Upcoming CEU Events from Other Local Chapters

AAPC Richardson, Texas


VIRTUAL


Saturday, September 14

8:00 - 1:00 CST


4.5 CEUs


$30


REGISTER

AAPC Orange/Irvine, CA + Richardson, TX


VIRTUAL


Saturday, October 12

10:00-5:30 CST


6 CEUs


$35


REGISTER

AAPC Mattoon, IL


IN PERSON

Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center in Mattoon, IL


Saturday, September 28

8:00-4:30 CST


6 CEUs


$50


To register, contact Maddie Miller @ mmiller@sblhs.org


Payment via cash or PayPal


2024 Fall Seminar Agenda:

  • Anesthesia Coding – Lynn Rawlings
  • Cardiology – Laura Roley
  • Oncology/Hematology – Janielle Davis and Maddie Miller
  • Optometry - Nancy Hendrix
  • Auditing E/M’s and The Importance of an Audit Team - Meghan O’Shaughnessy

 


THE NEW WEBSITE IS HERE!

NEW WEBSITE!


We are very excited to unveil our new website! Visit aapcstl.com to learn about all things St. Louis Chapter related!


aapcstl.com


If you have suggestions for the resources page or a job to post, please let us know!

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JOB POSTINGS


Certified Coding Specialist

Lake Regional Hospital Campus | Osage Beach, MO
We have an open coding position for a strong E/M coder who preferably has experience in cardio thoracic. This is a remote position with equipment supplied. Full time- permanent, with a flexible schedule.
Full Time, Day Shift, M-F, 8-5pm
Req # 8436
Lake Regional Health System has been awarded the Forbes 2022 & 2023 America’s Best-in-State Employers!
Joining our Lake Regional Health System team means working alongside our knowledgeable, dedicated team of people who care for our patients and one another.
Why Work at Lake Regional Health System?
Lake Regional provides care and services across five counties, serving the heart of Missouri. At Lake Regional you have the opportunity to work for a large company with a hometown feel. Joining our team of professionals means creating a positive experience for our community and neighbors, and you can be part of it! www.lakeregional.com/values/
Lake Regional Health System is seeking a professional, detail-orientated Certified Coding Specialist to join our Coding Department who can provide knowledge and customer service to our team.
What Are We Looking For?
An individual who is a Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) or Certified Professional Coder (CPC) or Certified Coding Specialist-Physician (CCS-P) or Registered Health Information Technologist (RHIT) or Registered Health Information Administration (RHIA) in an active status with the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) or American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC). Our Certified Coding Specialist promotes customer satisfaction by providing courteous, confidential service through competent, professional practices and prompt response as outlined in the patient focused care. In addition, you must have specific knowledge of diagnostic and procedural terminology, Coding and Abstracting of services for Outpatient Records and Multi-Specialty Surgical Providers such as Same Day Surgery, Emergency Room, Observation, Cardiology, General Surgery or Orthopedics using ICD-10 CM/PCS and CPT/HCPCS Coding Systems. Assign diagnosis, procedure, E/M, OBS hour calculation/confirmation process, and injections/infusions according to official coding guidelines , and billing compliance rules. Strong working knowledge of professional coding rules and guidelines and professional payment system.
Current Openings:
  • Full Time, Day Shift
Lake Regional Health System has competitive Benefits and Compensation package.
  • Tuition assistance & continuing education opportunities
  • Wellness incentives including mental and physical wellness programs
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
  • Employer-sponsored Life and AD&D insurance 
  • 401K with a company match
  • Area discounts to popular attractions and retail spaces
At Lake Regional Health System Our Commitment Runs Deep!
https://www.lakeregional.com/about-us/awards-and-recognition/

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If you or the company you work for have open positions, please let us know! We'll post them to Facebook and send them in the monthly emails to all chapter members!


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