Category: Blog

Setting Goals and Intentions for the New Year As the year draws to a close, it’s the perfect time to reflect on the past year’s accomplishments, challenges, and growth. It’s also a time to look ahead and set goals and intentions for the upcoming year. Let’s make this your most successful and fulfilling year yet! …

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CDI in Physician Offices: The Time is Now. Clinical documentation improvement is the process of ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of patient documentation, which effectively tells a unique story. This story is conveyed through structured coded data. In the physician’s office, code assignment is completed by the physician. The advancement of electronic health records (EHRs)…

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Empowering Paths: From Novice to Expert Medical Coders Why is CSI’s Risk Adjustment Coding Training Academy For You? “I’m excited to start my new job next week with CSI Companies,” exclaims Jonna Wright, a current CSI’s RACTA (Risk Adjustment Coding Training Academy) student.   Jonna is not alone on this journey. In just 12 weeks,…

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3 Reasons to Pursue a Career in Medical Coding The healthcare industry is full of important professions, all designed to increase the quality of care received by patients. From physicians, nurses, respiratory therapists, and laboratory technicians who work tirelessly to enhance overall patient outcomes, to coders, billers, and finance professionals who prioritize data integrity–every role…

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Celebrating Native American Heritage Month November is Native American Heritage Month, a time to honor and celebrate the rich cultural heritage, traditions, diversity, and contributions of Native Americans. It’s an opportunity to recognize their profound impact on American history. One way to celebrate Native American Heritage Month is by educating yourself. There are many books,…

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AHIMA 2023 Sparks a Wave of Healthcare Innovation The annual AHIMA Convention and Exhibition kicked off with an electrifying start, drawing in thousands of passionate health information professionals from across the industry to Baltimore, MD. It is evident that this year’s attendees have arrived with unparalleled enthusiasm and dedication to advancing healthcare. From captivating sessions…

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No Degree? No Problem. How CSI University’s RACTA Program Is Breaking Barriers for Aspiring Medical Coders In today’s ever-changing job market, having a college degree does not necessarily guarantee a superior professional journey. In 2023, companies are finding themselves in need of more workers than there are job seekers, creating a favorable climate for individuals…

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Hispanic Heritage Month: Prosperity, Power, and Progress Hispanic Heritage Month, celebrated from September 15th to October 15th, recognizes the significant contributions of the Hispanic community. This year’s theme, “Prosperity, Power, and Progress,” highlights the achievements of Hispanic individuals in economics and politics.  Prosperity:   Hispanic-owned businesses have greatly contributed to local economies, driving economic growth and…

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How To Celebrate Women’s Equality Day As Women’s Equality Day approaches this year, it is important to recognize the progress that has been made in achieving gender equality while also advocating for further change. This significant day provides an opportunity to celebrate women’s accomplishments and continue raising awareness about the importance of gender equality. Here…

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Social Determinants of Health (SDOH)—Have We Figured Out the Why? SDOH has been defined by the Centers for Disease Control and Protection (CDC) as those conditions in the environments “where people are born, grow, live, work, and age, as well as the complex, interrelated social structures, and economic systems that shape these conditions.” They can…

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