AAPC

11/25/2025

AI and automation are now central to risk management in medical coding, strengthening accuracy, compliance, audit readiness, and financial integrity. As healthcare demands greater quality and accountability, AI-powered tools have become foundational, but human oversight remains essential to ensure sound judgment and reliable outcomes.

Learn how AI and coding automation are reshaping risk management across the healthcare ecosystem in our blog post: https://hubs.la/Q03VRgHl0

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11/25/2025

Gratitude looks different for all of us. It shows up in mentors, opportunities, second chances, and the patients we ultimately serve. Here is what a few AAPC members are most grateful for in their careers. Happy Thanksgiving from our AAPC family to yours. 🦃

11/24/2025

Our Placement Director, Erica Simpson, is spotlighting exciting new openings with Phoenix Behavioral Healthcare, where they’re hiring experienced CPCs, CPBs, and CPMAs for inpatient and outpatient behavioral health facilities. These roles are perfect for seasoned coding and billing professionals ready to advance their careers in a growing specialty. If you have several years of experience and are looking for a meaningful new opportunity, check out the full listing and apply today: https://hubs.la/Q03VGZjZ0

11/24/2025

Clean claims aren’t the finish line; payment is. Join AAPC's Heather Greene and Encoda for a deep dive into the hidden ROI gap in most workflows and how a payment-first framework can reduce rework and increase first-pass payment rates in 2026.

→ REGISTER FOR THE WEBINAR: https://hubs.la/Q03VFmfp0

11/21/2025

Medicare telehealth flexibilities have been reinstated, retroactive to Oct. 1, 2025, following a year marked by shifting policies, a government shutdown, and evolving CMS directives. With the latest legislation extending key waivers through Jan. 30, 2026, providers now have restored nationwide access, expanded practitioner eligibility, audio-only options, and continued mental health and hospice-related allowances. For a full breakdown of the 2025 timeline and the current policy landscape, read more: https://hubs.la/Q03VrSSV0

Medicare policy waivers for telehealth services are back on, retroactively effective for claims with dates of service on or after Oct. 1, 2025. In case Medicare policy waivers for telehealth services are back on, retroactively effective for claims with dates of service on or after Oct. 1, 2025.

11/20/2025

CMS has released the 2026 Medicare premiums and deductibles, with increases to key Part A and Part B costs. These changes may influence how beneficiaries plan expenses and how providers support care. Learn how these updates impact budgeting, plan selection, and healthcare utilization in our latest blog post, along with a clear breakdown of what the new figures mean for you: https://hubs.la/Q03VdkCX0

Costs are changing for Medicare recipients in the coming year. On Nov. 14, 2025, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) released the 2026

11/20/2025

Our newest free member-only Industry Insights webinar is here—worth 1 CEU. Tune in as our experts unpack AI advancements, the recent government shutdown, and other forces shaping healthcare today. Part of our commitment to keeping you informed and ahead of the curve. To view the webinar and earn the CEU click the link (you must be logged in to your AAPC account):

Access member-only webinars offering CEUs and expert insights on the latest healthcare trends. Stay current and advance your career with confidence.

11/19/2025

When one healthcare organization realized coders were paying for CEUs on their own, they decided to change that. The results went far beyond education. Read how Spire Orthopedic Partners reimagined what team support looks like and strengthened compliance along the way. → Get the full story: https://hubs.la/Q03V1Y2S0

11/19/2025

Peace, love, and HEALTHCON vibes. Counting down the days until we’re all back together. Only 165 days to go! Dallas, we’re coming for you. 🤠

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11/18/2025

🚨 Attention, AAPC members! The old MyAAPC mobile app is being retired Nov 18. Upgrade to the new MyAAPC 2.0 — it’s faster, more secure, and easier to use. Just search “My AAPC” in your app store and update today.

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11/18/2025

Join us December 6th as our very own Raemarie Jimenez digs deep into the upcoming CPT® changes for our workshop, A Deep Dive Into the 2026 CPT®️ Coding Updates. If you attend no other workshops, this one is for everyone and is something you don’t want to miss. Earn 6 CEUs in this half-day, interactive workshop designed give you the learning you’ll need to apply these changes effectively. Save your seat today! https://hubs.la/Q03TLLnH0

11/17/2025

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