NAME (including what you prefer to be called)
Toni Elhoms
Officer Title:
President
Certifications:
AAPC: CPC, CRC
AHIMA: CCS, AHIMA-APPROVED ICD-10-CM/ PCS Trainer
Are you studying for any new certifications?
I have my sights on the CPMA credential in the future and plan to apply for my AAPC fellowship designation in 2020.
Have you been an officer before? If so, what role?
I have never served as an officer, but I am so excited to get involved! I have extensive leadership experience in the coding profession and want to pay it forward to my colleagues and inspire the next generation of coding professionals.
How long have you worked in the medical/coding industry?
12 years
What is your favorite or most fluent coding specialty?
E/M, Neurosurgery, Spine Surgery, Cardiology, Telehealth, and Pain Management
What are your goals for our chapter in 2020?
✅ Increase member engagement by providing a dynamic educational experience, high quality speakers and valuable content
✅ Virtual Speakers
✅ Bring visibility to all the different coding career opportunities that exist
If you could have any person speak to the chapter, who would it be and why?
My business coach and mentor- Terry Fletcher because she has taught me so much personally and professionally about how to be successful in this industry. To have her share her invaluable insights with our membership would be next level EPIC!
What would be a topic you would love to see covered this year?
Telehealth, 2021 Coding Updates, Risk Adjustment
What is your favorite thing about your career?
I love being an entrepreneur and providing solutions to my clients most complex challenges. Part of running my consulting business includes: podcasting, speaking, writing, doing crazy exciting new things, and I love it all because it pushes me outside my comfort zone! And that is where all the magic happens.
Have you read any great books lately?
I am an avid reader and love personal development books. Some of my recent favorites are "Atomic Habits " and "Rich Dad, Poor Dad".
If you had to describe yourself as an animal, which one would it be?
A chameleon, because I am constantly evolving and changing!
Do you have a favorite sport/sports team? If so, which one?
I enjoy outdoor cycling and tennis. I'm not really into sports teams.
Are you involved in any other organizations?
Yes, AHIMA, FHIMA - Florida Health Information Management Association, Telehealth and Medicine Today Journal, BNI - Business Networking International, West Volusia Chamber of Commerce
If you were a super-hero, what power would you have?
The power to make time slow down. Time is our most precious commodity and it goes by way too fast!
What three items could you not live without?
My robe, a good book, and my bed
Anything else you’d like the chapter to know about you?
I created a free podcast series [Alpha Coding Podcast] to share my industry Pro-Tips and insights. I want to share this resource with our members in hopes that it inspires them to achieve their coding career goals!
NAME (including what you prefer to be called)
Marianne Asplen
Officer Title:
Education Officer
Certifications:
CPC, CPMA
Are you studying for any new certifications?
No, two is enough!
Have you been an officer before? If so, what role?
This is my 8th year being education officer!
How long have you worked in the medical/coding industry?
I got my first job in billing in 2004.
What is your favorite or most fluent coding specialty?
My specialty has always been ortho.
What are your goals for our chapter in 2020?
I would like to see more members attend meetings.
If you could have any person speak to the chapter, who would it be and why?
I really like to hear from surgeons because it is fascinating what they can do!
What is your favorite thing about your career?
I think my favorite thing is that I get to work from home and that I get to help other coders improve their coding skills.
Have you read any great books lately?
Unfortunately, I don't have time to read although I love James Patterson especially the Women's Club series.
Are you involved in any other organizations?
I serve as an officer with the American Legion Auxiliary. They do great things for veterans and that is important to me. My grandfather served in the air force in WWII and my brother was in the Navy and I am proud of them.
Toni Elhoms
Officer Title:
President
Certifications:
AAPC: CPC, CRC
AHIMA: CCS, AHIMA-APPROVED ICD-10-CM/ PCS Trainer
Are you studying for any new certifications?
I have my sights on the CPMA credential in the future and plan to apply for my AAPC fellowship designation in 2020.
Have you been an officer before? If so, what role?
I have never served as an officer, but I am so excited to get involved! I have extensive leadership experience in the coding profession and want to pay it forward to my colleagues and inspire the next generation of coding professionals.
How long have you worked in the medical/coding industry?
12 years
What is your favorite or most fluent coding specialty?
E/M, Neurosurgery, Spine Surgery, Cardiology, Telehealth, and Pain Management
What are your goals for our chapter in 2020?
✅ Increase member engagement by providing a dynamic educational experience, high quality speakers and valuable content
✅ Virtual Speakers
✅ Bring visibility to all the different coding career opportunities that exist
If you could have any person speak to the chapter, who would it be and why?
My business coach and mentor- Terry Fletcher because she has taught me so much personally and professionally about how to be successful in this industry. To have her share her invaluable insights with our membership would be next level EPIC!
What would be a topic you would love to see covered this year?
Telehealth, 2021 Coding Updates, Risk Adjustment
What is your favorite thing about your career?
I love being an entrepreneur and providing solutions to my clients most complex challenges. Part of running my consulting business includes: podcasting, speaking, writing, doing crazy exciting new things, and I love it all because it pushes me outside my comfort zone! And that is where all the magic happens.
Have you read any great books lately?
I am an avid reader and love personal development books. Some of my recent favorites are "Atomic Habits " and "Rich Dad, Poor Dad".
If you had to describe yourself as an animal, which one would it be?
A chameleon, because I am constantly evolving and changing!
Do you have a favorite sport/sports team? If so, which one?
I enjoy outdoor cycling and tennis. I'm not really into sports teams.
Are you involved in any other organizations?
Yes, AHIMA, FHIMA - Florida Health Information Management Association, Telehealth and Medicine Today Journal, BNI - Business Networking International, West Volusia Chamber of Commerce
If you were a super-hero, what power would you have?
The power to make time slow down. Time is our most precious commodity and it goes by way too fast!
What three items could you not live without?
My robe, a good book, and my bed
Anything else you’d like the chapter to know about you?
I created a free podcast series [Alpha Coding Podcast] to share my industry Pro-Tips and insights. I want to share this resource with our members in hopes that it inspires them to achieve their coding career goals!
NAME (including what you prefer to be called)
Marianne Asplen
Officer Title:
Education Officer
Certifications:
CPC, CPMA
Are you studying for any new certifications?
No, two is enough!
Have you been an officer before? If so, what role?
This is my 8th year being education officer!
How long have you worked in the medical/coding industry?
I got my first job in billing in 2004.
What is your favorite or most fluent coding specialty?
My specialty has always been ortho.
What are your goals for our chapter in 2020?
I would like to see more members attend meetings.
If you could have any person speak to the chapter, who would it be and why?
I really like to hear from surgeons because it is fascinating what they can do!
What is your favorite thing about your career?
I think my favorite thing is that I get to work from home and that I get to help other coders improve their coding skills.
Have you read any great books lately?
Unfortunately, I don't have time to read although I love James Patterson especially the Women's Club series.
Are you involved in any other organizations?
I serve as an officer with the American Legion Auxiliary. They do great things for veterans and that is important to me. My grandfather served in the air force in WWII and my brother was in the Navy and I am proud of them.
NAME (including what you prefer to be called)
Cindy Stothers Officer Title: Treasurer Certifications: CPC CPMA CEMC Are you studying for any new certifications? NO Have you been an officer before? NO How long have you worked in the medical/coding industry? 11 years What is your favorite or most fluent coding specialty? E/M Do you have a favorite sport/sports team? If so, which one? Atlanta Braves. Baseball Are you involved in any other organizations? No |
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