The miniVHAN podcast is for healthcare provider organizations who are members of VHAN, a clinically integrated network in Tennessee and surrounding states. In miniVHAN, we highlight clinical transformation strategies, regulatory updates, and industry trends that are key drivers on the road to improved patient health and stronger communities. This podcast is designed to be for VHAN members, by VHAN members, as each 30-minute episode is developed from questions and feedback directly from membe ...
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Not Elsewhere Classified is a podcast where we create conversations and share stories with individuals in the medical coding, health information technology, and clinical documentation integrity community. This podcast is hosted by Brian Cui, RHIA, CDIP and presented by MedicalCodingGeek.com
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With close to 90% of health outcomes affected by patients’ conditions outside of the clinic walls, the intersection of medical care and community health plays a vital role in meeting people where they are. Joining the miniVHAN to share about the social determinants of health is Amy Richardson, Chief Community Health Officer at Siloam Health, a nonp…
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Join us in the miniVHAN as we welcome Cecelia Theobald, MD, Chief of Staff for Corporate Clinical Affairs at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. Dr. Theobald, an internist, is also the attending physician at the student-run Shade Tree Clinic, which provides free health care to uninsured individuals. She has witnessed patients taking a more active…
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Can employers really transform health care quality and costs? Join us in the miniVHAN for an eye-opening conversation with Michael Kobernick, MD, Senior Medical Director at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, as he unpacks the evolving roles of employers and brokers in the health care ecosystem. Dr. Kobernick draws upon his experience both in the p…
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Imagine a world where health care is as personalized and easy to use as your favorite streaming service. That’s the vision of CJ Stimson, MD, urological surgeon, Executive Vice President of Population Health and Chief Medical Officer for the Employee Health Plan at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. In this episode, he hops in the miniVHAN to sh…
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Coding is an often overlooked but critical aspect of health care. Dr. Victor Legner, a geriatrician with a wealth of knowledge in clinical documentation and coding integrity, unravels the intricate web of ICD-10 codes, hierarchical condition categories and risk adjustment factor scores, spotlighting how accurate coding is key to ensuring providers …
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What Patient-Centered Health Care Looks Like: Dr. Mitch Kaminski’s Vision for Population Health
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Mitch Kaminski, MD, MBA, has thrived in the health care industry for over 40 years – and continues to make meaningful contributions. He's not only a family physician and professor; he's also a leader who embraces change. Even while serving as former Chief Clinical Officer at Delaware Valley ACO and as current Program Director at Jefferson’s College…
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There’s a good reason Medicare triple-weights medication adherence as a performance measure. Prescriptions aren’t effective if patients can’t access them easily or take them routinely. One way VHAN’s Care Management team supports network members is by helping their patients overcome barriers to filling prescriptions and managing complex medication …
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VHAN Director of Network Operations Matt Duckworth joins the miniVHAN to peel back the layers of health care’s monumental shift from volume to value in the past 10-plus years. Duckworth leans on his expertise in law and health care policy to offer insights on the Affordable Care Act's impact and the innovative strategies being tested by the CMS Inn…
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Local communities across the state are in serious need of compassionate, problem-solving health professionals who can build bridges between doctors and patients and ensure every individual receives the care they deserve. That’s why the miniVHAN is proud to spotlight Tennessee’s Community Health Workers (CHWs) initiative and show how these workers a…
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In this thoughtful discussion, we navigate the landscape of grief and bereavement, shedding light on its many forms, common disruptors, and signs that indicate the need for intervention. Listen in as guests, Rebecca Sebastian, VHAN Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and Dr. Martha Shepherd, Medical Director for Vanderbilt Health at Metro Nashville Pu…
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In this episode, we unravel the complex subject of childhood and adult trauma with guests Tasia York, MD, child and adolescent psychiatrist with Vanderbilt University Medical Center, and Sophie Bell, LCSW with Here/Now Psychotherapy Collective in Brooklyn, New York. We explore the different ways that trauma can express itself and discuss how to rec…
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Join us on a journey through the world of neurodiversity in our latest episode, as we explore autism and ADHD across the lifespan. Kelly Geelan, LCSW at Vanderbilt Health, guides us through the neurodiversity movement and common misconceptions about autism. The episode continues with Allison Peak, LCSW, executive director at Allied Behavioral Healt…
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The Road to Mental Wellness: A Conversation With Health Care Experts on Anxiety and Depression
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Welcome back to a brand-new season of the miniVHAN podcast, where together we learn more about mental health across the lifespan—and how physical, mental and emotional health are all interconnected. Joining us first in the miniVHAN are two health care experts who will examine the signs and symptoms of anxiety and depression, and help us recognize t…
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In the last road trip of the series, our guests will share their insights on the future of pharmacy and its deeper integration into the care delivery model. We’ll also investigate current trends, such as shortages of mainstream medications like Ozempic, and the impact on quality performance goals. Have ideas to share or want to be a guest on the mi…
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Pharmacy-led programs are critical to improving chronic conditions, reducing unnecessary utilization and lowering the total cost of care—all while keeping patient goals top of mind. Join us in the miniVHAN as we discuss the importance of antibiotic stewardship, practical ideas for developing a program in your organization, and key clinical and pati…
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Serving hundreds of patients each day, pharmacists are highly in tune with what patients need from their care team. Hear from pharmacists and other health care providers on the unique, trusting relationships that pharmacists forge with patients and opportunities for collaboration that can improve patient outcomes and team satisfaction. Have ideas t…
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In 2020, total pharmacy spend in the United States was nearly $350 billion. And with prescription drug prices rising three times faster than the rate of inflation, millions of Americans are wondering how they’re going to pay for their medications. In this episode you’ll hear from three health care leaders about the factors driving up costs and how …
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To kick off our pharmacy series, the miniVHAN podcast explores the changing landscape of pharmacy, current policy challenges and opportunities, and how pharmacy is evolving in the greater health care ecosystem to drive population health approaches to care. Have ideas to share or want to be a guest on the miniVHAN podcast? Contact us anytime at mini…
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The miniVHAN is excited to welcome aboard Paul Keckley, health care policy analyst, widely known industry expert, and frequent speaker and advisor to health care organizations. We spoke with Paul to get his singular view of the health care landscape today and his thoughts on VHAN’s opportunities and responsibilities as a clinically integrated netwo…
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As VHAN celebrates 10 years of accomplishments throughout 2022, the network is also looking toward the future and imagining what opportunities and obstacles lie ahead. From deciding how best to care for the next generation to navigating the latest in population health technology to partnering directly with employers to provide a new kind of health …
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Addressing the fragmented health care system starts by meeting people where they are, with the target to better serve patients, families and the providers caring for them. Explore how VHAN members are driving this concept forward and advancing population health approaches—and how they are navigating the dual fee-for-service and value-based care env…
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Celebrate VHAN’s 10th year with a look back on the unique vision for VHAN and how the network set out to improve care outcomes across the Southeast. With the health care landscape evolving along with political and economic shifts, a transformation was needed. A dedicated team envisioned a voluntary network that would do the hard work of collaborati…
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For its third season, the miniVHAN podcast explores the past, present and future of the healthcare ecosystem and how clinically integrated networks like VHAN are traveling new routes to sustain the health and well-being of our communities. Buckle up and subscribe because new episodes are coming soon! Have ideas to share or questions about VHAN and …
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Christine Hall on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christine-hall-chc-cpc-cpb-cpma-crc-cpc-i-93b32164/ Stirling Global Solutions, LLC: https://stirlingglobalsolutions.com Brian Cui on LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/briancui/ Check out the Medical Coding Geek Partners: https://medicalcodinggeek.com/partners Receive FREE CEUs every month: htt…
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Christine Hall on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christine-hall-chc-cpc-cpb-cpma-crc-cpc-i-93b32164/ Stirling Global Solutions, LLC: https://stirlingglobalsolutions.com Brian Cui on LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/briancui/ Check out the Medical Coding Geek Partners: https://medicalcodinggeek.com/partners Receive FREE CEUs every month: htt…
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Dr. Richard Pinson is a leading expert in both the technical and clinical requirements of effective healthcare coding and compliance and has consulted with scores of organizations to improve the effectiveness of clinical documentation integrity (CDI) programs. He is an accomplished and trusted physician educator, having conducted hundreds of physic…
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Dr. Richard Pinson is a leading expert in both the technical and clinical requirements of effective healthcare coding and compliance and has consulted with scores of organizations to improve the effectiveness of clinical documentation integrity (CDI) programs. He is an accomplished and trusted physician educator, having conducted hundreds of physic…
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Sean M. Weiss Partner, Vice President of Compliance CHC, CEMA, CMCO, CPMA, CPC-P, CMPE, CPC Sean has dedicated his more than 25 – year career to helping healthcare facilities reduce the risk of noncompliance and achieve measurable financial results. An accomplished compliance and management professional, Sean has extensive knowledge of the inner wo…
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Sean M. Weiss Partner, Vice President of Compliance CHC, CEMA, CMCO, CPMA, CPC-P, CMPE, CPC Sean has dedicated his more than 25 – year career to helping healthcare facilities reduce the risk of noncompliance and achieve measurable financial results. An accomplished compliance and management professional, Sean has extensive knowledge of the inner wo…
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For Dr. Zach Logan, the goal is simple. Keep patients healthy. Join Dr. Logan, Family Medicine Physician at Wetherstone Family Wellness (Highpoint Health System), as he shares the importance of integrating value-based approaches into daily processes. He'll discuss some ways he's managed to accomplish this in a busy environment – even during a globa…
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Dr. Kengia Sabree holds a B.S. degree in Health Information Management from DeVry University, an M.S. degree in Instructional Design and Technology from Walden University, and completed her doctoral coursework in Higher Education Leadership and Management at Capella University in 2020. She also earned her RHIT in 2008, superseding it with the RHIA …
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Dr. Kengia Sabree holds a B.S. degree in Health Information Management from DeVry University, an M.S. degree in Instructional Design and Technology from Walden University, and completed her doctoral coursework in Higher Education Leadership and Management at Capella University in 2020. She also earned her RHIT in 2008, superseding it with the RHIA …
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Addressing healthcare disparities has been amplified throughout the pandemic as clinicians and public health organizations strive to reach people in underserved communities to ensure they are getting care they need. Join Dr. Kanthi Narra, Chief Quality Officer and geriatric medicine physician at Maury Regional Health, as he shares his experiences w…
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I Helped a Student After a Medical Coding Professional GHOSTED Her with Brian Cui
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Watch the video version of this podcast episode on the Medical Coding Geek YouTube Channel and stay tuned for the follow-up video with Merilee: https://youtu.be/KwFrxiQ1wbA Brian Cui on LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/briancui/ Check out our supporting Medical Coding Geek Partners: https://medicalcodinggeek.com/partners Medical Coding Geek and NE…
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Janice Amon, CCDS, CCS is a visionary, innovative, and highly motivated compliance professional with a strong regulatory, clinical, coding, and billing knowledge and skills. She currently works for the largest health system in San Diego, California as Sharp Healthcare’s (SHC) Corporate Compliance Audit and Clinical Manager. Janice is responsible fo…
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Janice Amon, CCDS, CCS is a visionary, innovative, and highly motivated compliance professional with a strong regulatory, clinical, coding, and billing knowledge and skills. She currently works for the largest health system in San Diego, California as Sharp Healthcare’s (SHC) Corporate Compliance Audit and Clinical Manager. Janice is responsible fo…
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Danita Ruszkowski is the owner of Integrity Coding. Danita is an experienced coder in Orthopaedics, Dermatology and is specialty certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology. Danita has written an article for AAPC Healthcare entitled “Do what you have to do, so you can do what you want to do”. Integrity Coding is dedicated to teaching students the founda…
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Watch this interview on the NEC Podcast YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKh_A91__rieaSSPIRm4gBw Danita Ruszkowski is the owner of Integrity Coding. Danita is an experienced coder in Orthopaedics, Dermatology and is specialty certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology. Danita has written an article for AAPC Healthcare entitled “Do what…
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Join Care Management Nursing Supervisors Laura Dailey, BSN, RN and Tammy Margolies, BSN, RN, as they share how VHAN's Care Navigators serve as an extension of a provider's care team to support patients and families in navigating their care experiences and removing barriers. Learn how you can engage Care Navigators to help improve patient experience…
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Firefly is a new program for middle Tennesseans, which seeks to improve outcomes for women with opioid use disorders, and their infants, beginning in pregnancy and extending to one-year postpartum. Hear from Dr. Stephen Patrick, Executive Director of Firefly and Neonatologist at Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt, as he shares deta…
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100 Episodes (Part 2) with Charlita (Huffman) Whitehead
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Charlita has worked for HCA Healthcare/Parallon since 2013 and is currently a Zone Facility Information Security Officer. Prior to her current role, Charlita was an HIM Director and Facility Privacy officer at Capital Regional Medical Center in Tallahassee. She has held several other positions including, Technical Support Analyst, and HIM Coordinat…
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100 Episodes with Charlita (Huffman) Whitehead
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100 Episodes! Thank you for listening! Charlita has worked for HCA Healthcare/Parallon since 2013 and is currently a Zone Facility Information Security Officer. Prior to her current role, Charlita was an HIM Director and Facility Privacy officer at Capital Regional Medical Center in Tallahassee. She has held several other positions including, Techn…
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Health Information Technology Mentoring Session with Norma E.
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This was a nearly only a third of a 3-hour Zoom call with a student (Norma) going into the HIT program at her college. The video portion will be released in segments on the Medical Coding Geek YouTube channel.
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Join Dr. Michelle Griffith, Endocrinologist at Vanderbilt Health and Erin Neal, Director of Population Health Pharmacy Services, as they discuss innovations in care models as a result of rapid cycle development during the pandemic. They share how these models are advancing the quadruple aim of healthcare by meeting patients where they are, improvin…
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Shirley Moy is the founder of SpringSoft Medical, Inc. SpringSoft Medical, Inc has been a leader in the coding and billing market since 1999. As a pioneer E/M audit tool, and partner to Allscripts, SpringSoft supported hundreds of practices each day through their first product, E&M Coder. As the industry prepared for the change from ICD-9 to ICD-10…
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Shirley Moy is the founder of SpringSoft Medical, Inc. SpringSoft Medical, Inc has been a leader in the coding and billing market since 1999. As a pioneer E/M audit tool, and partner to Allscripts, SpringSoft supported hundreds of practices each day through their first product, E&M Coder. As the industry prepared for the change from ICD-9 to ICD-10…
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Join Tammy Carrington, RN and Clinical Quality Coordinator, with Cool Springs Internal Medicine and Pediatrics as she shares how to develop a culture of quality performance through teamwork and collaboration. Learn how the team integrates a quality measure process into everyday care, seeks input from all team members and develops ongoing training t…
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Juan Sancho has more than 7 years of multiple specialty experience in teaching, coding, auditing, content development, billing, nursing, customer service and sales. He currently serves as the training manager of AAPC Global which is based in Middle East. He has spoken at various AAPC local chapter meetings, healthcare related seminars, and meetings…
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Juan Sancho has more than 7 years of multiple specialty experience in teaching, coding, auditing, content development, billing, nursing, customer service and sales. He currently serves as the training manager of AAPC Global which is based in Middle East. He has spoken at various AAPC local chapter meetings, healthcare related seminars, and meetings…
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Join Vanderbilt's Dr. Cassie Brady, pediatrician and LGBT health specialist, and Danielle McDonough, behavioral health LCSW, as they talk about ways to better engage patients and parents in meaningful conversations about adolescent gender identity. Dr. Brady discusses gender identity terms, importance of addressing mental health needs, when to refe…
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