Top Medical Coding Organizations

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The medical records field is growing rapidly due to federal requirements set forth in the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (also known as HIPAA). One part of this system is medical coding. Coders translate health information into alphanumeric codes that are used for payment reimbursement and data collection. 

Because of the need for federal compliance, many employers prefer to hire coders with specialized training and certification. Below are the top coding organizations in the United States that provide education and certification credentials.

• American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC)
• American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA)

Medical Coding Education

Education expectations vary by employer. Some may require at least an associate's degree in health information and specialized certification. Others will accept certification only, especially if the applicant has coding or medical office experience.

Both AAPC and AHIMA have online courses available. As these organizations also provide the most sought after certification credentials by employers, some students prefer this option to ensure they're getting proper instruction. The AHIMA website also has a listing of approved online and on-campus schools that have coding programs and heath information management degrees which include coding as part of their curriculum.

Certification Credentials for Coders

While it's not yet legally required that coders are certified, many employers would rather hire workers that have proven experience or credentials. Both organizations offer coding certification exams for a range of working environments and specialties. The AAPC offers the CPC series and three other types explained here:

• Certified Professional Coder (CPC): For physician-service based coding including diagnosis and procedures.
• Certified Professional Coder - Outpatient Hospital (CPC-H): This credential is for those who work in outpatient hospital services such as an in-house billing and coding department or ambulatory surgical center.
• Certified Professional Coder - Payer (CPC-P): This certification focuses on coding after it has been submitted to the payer.
• Certified Interventional Radiology Cardiovascular Coder (CIRCC): For coders proficient in this field including diagnosis and surgical procedures.
• Certified Professional Medical Auditor (CPMA): This credential is for auditing other coding work to make sure it is in compliance with medical and legal requirements.
• Specialty: For coders who want to prove their skills in a certain specialty.

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5ZIGEN USA announces Black Lightning Mechanics Gloves

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5ZIGEN USA is proud to announce the distribution of the Black Lightning Glove. Available in sizes M, L, XL and XXL, the Black Lightning Glove is a latex and powder-free nitrile disposable working glove.  The Black Lightning Glove has been supported by many of professional mechanics, because of its combination of tactile feel, lack of skin irritation and its durability. The Black Lightning Glove is designed to stand above other nitrile gloves with its strength, tear resistance, textured grip and factory quadruple wash.

The MotoIQ staff has been testing the Black Lighting Glove and we are amazed as to how well they work.  They are a lot stronger, puncture and chemical resistant than the latex and nitrile gloves we normally use and are much more comfortable to boot.  A feature we like is that they are less clammy and sweaty than normal gloves making them much more comfortable when wrenching for long periods of time.

Some Black Lighting Glove Features-

• Made from synthetic polymer - (contains no latex protein) 
• High degree of puncture & chemical resistance - (3-4 times better than latex & rubber)
• Unique formulation – less sweating
• Quadruple washed - no excess chemicals lingering on the glove
• Latex & Powder Free Nitrile Glove - less irritation & allergy  
• Textured Grip – no slipping
• Sterile Medical Examination Use
• Breakthrough 5.5pH technology!  Made to match healthy skin’s natural 5.5pH levels to ensure the MOST comfortable fit yet!

 

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The Four-Legged Stool

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Dear Business-Builder,

Years ago, I was given a challenge by a client of mine. They asked me to help them create stronger direct-mail advertising packages than those being used by their main competitor.

Problem was, there didn’t seem to be anything wrong with the packages my client was using. They had good products. And they were well-known in the industry for writing highly effective advertising copy to sell those products.

In fact, they were the second most successful direct marketers of investment newsletters in the world at that time. Their competitor was somehow beating them. But neither they nor I knew why.

 

A wiser man than I would have demurred on the spot. They wouldn’t have thought less of me had I said, "I don’t think I can help you with that."

But the feather they were offering to put in my cap was a big one: I could be the genius that made them number one. Ego gratification, they knew, was my Achilles heel. I told them I would do it.

And so I did.

It took me about six months of research and testing to find a formula that worked. And that formula, when implemented, brought us quickly and permanently into the number one position.

What I discovered was that my client’s competitor was using a four-part strategy to ensure that their packages were as strong as they could possibly be. I’m not even sure if they were conscious of it, but every one of their packages had these four elements:

1. An emotionally compelling idea – one big, unifying concept that pulls the sales argument together and (usually) expresses the product’s USP (unique selling proposition).
2. A promise of irresistible benefits – how the product will help the prospect.
3. Proof of every claim made in the package.
4. Loads of credibility – for the product, the guru behind it, and the company selling the product.

 

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The Best Winter Bike Gloves

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What To Look For

Winter bike gloves should protect your hands from the elements during harsh winter temperatures. However, the gloves also have to be flexible enough to provide a comfortable and safe grip on the handle bars. Flexible, warm gloves can be hard to find. Gloves made with fleece insulation often provide better warmth. If you bike in the rain, then look for waterproofing features. All gloves should fit close around the fingers, unless they are lobster claw style, and tight around the wrists. Bike Radar.com recommends the Specialized Radiant gloves for the best insulated gloves. Bike Radar recommends the Altura Night Visions gloves for warmer winter days because of their reflective pads, comfort and waterproof features. Bicycling Magazine recommends the P.R.O. Lobster Wind Mitt for winter biking because of its flexibility. This glove can convert from a lobster style glove to a five-fingered glove. It also provides insulation, a comfortable fit and waterproofing.

Common Pitfalls

Most people think that in the winter gloves should be thick and bulky to provide the necessary insulation. This is not the case. Usually gloves made of quality materials that fit closely around the hands provide better all-around warmth. Choose a glove based on your riding style. Waterproof gloves are not necessary for dry rides. If you do not use all fingers individually during a ride, then a lobster claw glove will probably suit your needs better. Usually more expensive gloves will offer more features, but only choose a glove that has features you will actually use. Make sure to buy women's gloves if you are a women and men's if you are a man. The fit is different enough to change the performance of the glove.

Where To Buy

Find winter biking gloves at sporting equipment stores throughout the United States. Home supply stores, such as Wal-Mart and Target may also carry some brands of winter bike gloves. However, the best place to find winter gloves is at a bike or sports store. REI offers a large selection of men and women's biking gloves. They offer many top bands including Giro, Novara, Fox and Pearl Izumi. Dick's Sporting Goods also offers a wide variety of gloves for men, women and children. These stores have both online and in-store locations.

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Exam tables and chairs have to be comfortable for patients and doctors as well. They have to have the right design in order for the doctor to properly treat the patient. The quality of the exam table and other medical equipment must be strong and sturdy enough so that it will last longer and so that changing medical equipment will not be needed as often. There are different exam tables that are created for different purposes.

Here are some of the common exam table designs for the hospital:

1. Surgical table  or operating table – Some of the most well known brands for surgical tables are Berchtold, Skyton and Shampaine. Surgical tables have an adjustable head so that it can be customized to fit the length of the patient. The sides of the table are made with a stainless steel base. The sections of the table are also removable to accommodate the needs of the doctor if there are operations in hard to reach areas of the body.
2. Stirrups table – This hospital table is used for examining patients that have problems in the genital area or in the abdominal area. Most stirrup tables have compartments at the bottom of the table to maximize the space in the area. The covers for the table are made with seamless upholstery so that it is easier to be cleaned. The common dimensions for this type of table are: height – 32”, length – 57.5” (extendable) and width – 26.5”.
3. Treatment table – One of the most well known brands for manufacturing a treatment table is Athlegen. Their treatment table can be customized to fit your taste. You can specify the dimensions used. They build treatment tables that cater to the needs of both the doctor and the patient. Athlegen medical equipment is built to last for a long time.

 

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A Heated Foot Massager Provides Instant Relief To Tired Feet

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If you are seeking a remedy for your tired feet and aching legs and for the pain in the balls and heels of your feet, then get yourself a heated foot massager. A heated foot massager is a type of equipment with infrared beams that you can use almost anywhere because it is handy and portable and gives you that much needed instant relief. There are different designs for a heated foot massager that you can choose from and are available in the market today.

They come in various colours, sizes, and shape. A heated foot massager is equipped with several infrared beams that provide warmth and heat to your tired feet and aching legs to maximize the relief that you can experience. The instant relief that a heated foot massager brings to tired feet and aching legs including the balls and heels of your feet is something that has attracted the eyes of many consumers today. The infrared beams that are emitted by the machine give each part of your tired feet and aching legs the necessary warmth to soothe muscles. Infrared beams are important in massagers such as foot massager because that is one way for tired muscles to relax.

There are many benefits that you can have when you use a heated foot massager. First of all, this massager is portable, which means that you can use it anywhere you want to. Secondly, a heated foot massager gives you instant relief for tired feet and aching legs especially after a day’s work. Tired feet and aching legs are something that will bother you eventually and without proper care, it might be a cause for problems in the future. The warmth that infrared beams give is also perfect for instant relief. And last but not the least, a heated foot massager is ergonomically designed so your feet can fit into the device perfectly.

 

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Thermage for Acne

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Overview

There are a growing number of innovative treatment options for skin conditions, including acne. In addition to conventional methods such as antibiotics and topical creams, acne sufferers can turn to more high-tech remedies such as the FDA-approved procedure known as Thermage. Thermage® is a registered trademark of Thermage Inc. of Hayward, California.

Considerations

Thermage acne treatment is a non-invasive procedure that uses radio frequency technology. Although some Thermage patients have reported great results from this procedure, others say there was little if any noticeable improvement.

Effects

Thermage uses deep, uniform heating that reaches the innermost layers of the skin while guarding the outer layers with a cooling effect. This penetrating heat is designed to stimulate collagen, rejuvenate facial contours and have a tightening effect in the deeper layers of the skin. This can eventually lead to smoother, healthier skin and a softening of acne scars.

Procedure

As you prepare for Thermage, a paper transfer is used to reference the areas that require treatment. This grid helps ensure that problem areas receive more passes of the thermage device than healthier areas. You may also be given a local anesthetic to prevent any minor discomfort. The Thermage acne procedure can take up to two hours. There is no down time involved, so you're able to resume normal activities immediately.

Precautions

The results of Thermage depend to a certain extent on the competency of the operator. Therefore, the outcome of the treatment can be unpredictable. There is also the possibility of burning, discoloration and the formation of permanent hard spots on the skin.

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