In this episode, I discuss my experience at the ACDIS conference, share my evolution of attending conferences as a student and as a national speaker, and share strategies for making the most of attending conferences. 

I wanted to also thank the following for inviting me to speak at their recent chapter events:

• Greater Orlando AAPC Chapter
• Naples AAPC Chapter

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Laura Copney is a CDI and Coding Specialist, who holds the CCS, CPC and CDEO certifications. She graduated school and received her diplomas and certifications not only in Germany, but also in the USA. Passionate about medical coding and documentation improvement, she worked hard and continues to work hard to grow with the industry and enjoy her career choice. In her free time, Laura enjoys traveling with her family. She resides in North Carolina

Ann began her journey in the healthcare and coding environment in her study of Health Policy and Administration as a student at The Pennsylvania State University.  She was a member of the Phi Gamma Nu business fraternity, and remains active in the fraternity today.  Ann used her Bachelor of Science degree to drive a career in medical coding and billing, and eventually involvement in recruiting, training and management of medical coding teams.  Ann has been an active member of the AAPC since 2005, when she became a Certified Professional Coder (CPC).  She’s also earned her Certified Risk Coder (CRC) certification through the AAPC.  She enjoys traveling to speak at local AAPC chapter meetings, meeting coders, and talking to people about how they use their coding certifications.  Ann’s desire to help coders to career success was the driving force behind the creation of Project Resume, and that desire grows with every success story!

Ann began her journey in the healthcare and coding environment in her study of Health Policy and Administration as a student at The Pennsylvania State University.  She was a member of the Phi Gamma Nu business fraternity, and remains active in the fraternity today.  Ann used her Bachelor of Science degree to drive a career in medical coding and billing, and eventually involvement in recruiting, training and management of medical coding teams.  Ann has been an active member of the AAPC since 2005, when she became a Certified Professional Coder (CPC).  She’s also earned her Certified Risk Coder (CRC) certification through the AAPC.  She enjoys traveling to speak at local AAPC chapter meetings, meeting coders, and talking to people about how they use their coding certifications.  Ann’s desire to help coders to career success was the driving force behind the creation of Project Resume, and that desire grows with every success story!