Coding Break With Tam' Talk Podcast

Can you perform medical coding without a certification?

Let's chat about it!

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Question: How do you deal with negative coding leadership?

Response: It depends on the scenario.

Tune in as I share my response and perspective on poor coding leadership.

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This is your reminder to take your coding breaks!

Is productivity and external noise weighing you down? If so, it's time to take a coding break.

Have you noticed an uptick in Mental Health codes (F40-F49)?

Combat Coder burnout.

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Where's the MEAT when it comes to provider documentation?

Are healthcare providers documenting appropriately? Your documentation is important for medical coding assignment and reimbursement.

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Howdy Coder Pro's!
What's trending in the Medical Coding industry?

We knew about artificial intelligence (AI), but are we discussing ICD-11? Yes, we are.

Tune in to the Coding Break Podcast to learn what else is trending.

"Are you a doctor? I am today!"- Pretender

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Networking is important in the medical coding industry.

There are different ways to network.

I share my personal networking experiences that opened the doors to new coding opportunities for myself, as well as, others.

Don't be afraid to step out of your comfort zone.

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What exactly are complex coding tasks according to artificial intelligence?

How does one pivot in this industry?

What are the variables to the results found with Google AI?

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Howdy Coder Pro's!

I'm back from my extended coding break. Let's really dive into the conversation surrounding Artificial Intelligence (AI). It's trending. It's scary. It's helpful. Your job is secure or is it?

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Happy 2026!

The year to apply what you observed in 2025.

Re-Introduction of our online Specialty Coding Bootcamps

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www.abrahammedicalcodingcoachl...

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You passed the medical coding certification exam, now what?

Do you possess these additional skills when searching for a coding role?

Employers are not only searching for the certification, they need to know if you have other skills such as time management and flexibility, just to name a couple.


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Howdy Coder Pro's!

Welcome back to another coding break.

Question(s) of the break:

What are your thoughts on AI?

Where can I receive AI training?

To learn more about medical coding, take our self paced online medical coding course or coding bootcamps, visit my website.

www.abrahammedicalcodingcoachl...

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Are you a compliant employee? Medical Coder?

Compliance is not just for certain employees. It is applicable to all employees, from the top to the bottom.

What are some of the reasons why compliance in the workplace was created?

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What are you waiting on to drop your medical coding content?

Inexperienced coders are dropping medical coding content like experienced(season) medical coding professionals.

I'm here for it. Here's why.

Website: www.abrahammedicalcodingcoachl...

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You completed the medical coding program, now what?

Listen in to learn the other skills needed to be a success at medical coding

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In need of Coding CEU's?

In this episode of the Coding Break, I share some of my 'go-to' resources for obtaining my continuing education units.

I started a focus Music Playlist for my coders!

Medical Coders need music to relax, be productive and focus. I decided to share my playlist on our YouTube channel (Code Rhetoric with Tam' Talk). Take a listen!

Links to CEU Resources:


BC Advantage
https://www.billing-coding.com...

AAPC
www.aapc.com

CMS(Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services)<...

How are you conducting your coding job search?

I stumbled across a red flag coding job posting. Are we still assigning ICD-9 codes in 2025?

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Now that you have secured the coding role, how are you managing your income?

In this episode of the Coding Break, I share some simple tips for living comfortably and successfully on a coder's salary.

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As a newly certified medical coding professional, you should consider certain things before your job search or prior to accepting a coding role.

Is the Coding Department a good fit for your medical coding goals?

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Howdy Coder Pro's! How are we doing with the new 2026 ICD Guidelines and codes?

In this episode, I discussed (3) ICD-10 Coding Guideline changes.

HIV Coding
Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus, in Remission Coding
Multiple Sites Coding

An ICD-10 Breakdown YT video is forthcoming!

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How is the government shutdown affecting the medical coding industry? Reimbursement of claims?

I'm seeing an influx of new coders and coding roles.

Let's talk about it!

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Stumped on your next coding pivot? Don't be afraid to share your coding expertise, experiences and perspective with the world. An up and coming coder is waiting for you!


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Have you secured your 2026 ICD-10-CM & PCS Coding Manual? If not, order today.

Many new codes, changes and deletions.

You can download the updates via my website:

www.abrahammedicalcodingcoachl...

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Do you have a specific salary range for coding roles?

Is $29.00 per hour ok for auditing? Tune in as I share the questions to ask when your coding services are requested or when looking for a potential coding role.

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How much does a Medical Coding Professional make?

A credentialed coding professional has the potential to make six figures or more.

Can you make a high salary? It depends...

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What can I do with a medical coding certification?
With the help of my compadre, AI(Artificial Intelligence), we compiled a list of roles held by medical coders.

To learn more or study to become a medical coder, visit my website.

www.abrahammedicalcodingcoachl...

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Being a remote coder has its benefits but have we researched the disadvantages of working remote?
Tune in as I share some of the disadvantages of being a remote coder.

To learn more or study to become a medical Coder, visit www.abrahammedicalcodingcoachl...

I am a credentialed Medical Coding Professional with (25+) years experience ranging from Coding leadership, Compliance Auditor, Educator and Consultant.

I have taught medical coding on the collegiate level, as well as, through my online course.

Coding Credentials: CPC, CGENSC ,AAPC Approved Medical Coding Instructor

Become a...

Feeling defeated or losing hope? Remember to dwell on the 'Thank You's'

I encourage you to get in your gratitude bag. Perhaps, reflect in where you were to where you are now.

The battle starts in the mind. Put on the armor of Christ and give thanks. Sing a song of praise and gratitude!

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Is Artificial Intelligence (AI) really taking over the medical coding industry? Should medical coders be worried?

Tune in to learn how we can roll with the punches of AI in the medical coding industry.


Alison Courses
https://bit.ly/CODETAMTALKLEAR...


Walmart
https://bit.ly/WalmartTamTalk


Abraham Medical Coding Coach LLC
https://bit.ly/3sTsnDm

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Taking a quick coding break to briefly discuss the Big Beautiful Bill impact on the medical coding industry as it relates to Medicaid Cuts.

This is what I would do as a consumer....

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Learn to maximize what's in your hand. In the case of your medical coding certification and /or experience, squeeze the life out of it. What can you do with your coding experience?

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Howdy Coder Pro's!

Welcome back to another coding break episode. I wanted to address the elephant in the room and provide some encouragement and insight to studying for your coding certification.

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www.abrahammedicalcodingcoachl...

Coders Cafe Library
www.workfrom@coderscafe.com

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Everyone is a leader. Perhaps, the leader is in the wrong position. Is this a possible reason the employee-employer doesn't align with each other?

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Are you lacking confidence as a coder? Do you feel like your skills aren't where they need to be to do your job?

This coding break is for you. Learn the strategies I use to develop winning confidence!

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Howdy Coder Pro's!
Is our healthcare system failing us? What's happening to medical coding? Will it still be around?

Tune in as I share my thoughts, personal experiences and reassurance as it relates to the medical coding and healthcare industry.

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Howdy Coder Pro's and welcome to our first coding break of 2025!

We're upgrading or evolving in 2025.

What to expect?
Follow me on TikTok as I have joined the ranks of HillmanTok University to teach Medical Coding.

Returning to the beginning basics on YouTube with long form tutorials and surgical case breakdowns.

New code changes according to Google AI.

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I'm back with another Coding Break Coded Car Conversation. Ride with me to work as I share some tips on being a coding Intrapreneur and entrepreneur. I briefly touch on monetizing your content and collaborating with brands outside of medical coding.

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Howdy Coder Pro's!
We're furthering the conversation on certification overkill. I'm sharing a real life example in hope to shed some insight.

I decided to spice up the intro a little bit.


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Howdy Coder Pro's! I'm taking a Coding break in the fall Windy City of Chicago!

Let's have a quick chat about some networking. strategies at a big conference. Connect with some very important people whether you are a newbie or seasoned coder.

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When is having too many credentials too many? Listen I'm as I share my perspective on holding or pursuing too many coding credentials. What's really the issue?


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Welcome to another coding break!

Question from listening viewer:
What tips can you provide to prepare for the coding examination?

Response:
Relax. Relate. Release.

In this episode, I share some general recommendations that worked for me when I sat for the exam.

Present day, I share these same tips with my coaching clients and students.

I'll be sharing a visual video sharing how to organize your coding materials in preparation for the examination.









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