Institute News 10
by Pam Biffle, CPC
Do you have a CRN Institute Student Success Story to share? Just drop an e-mail to Pam. Let us know about your promotions, new jobs and new credentials or anything else you would like to share!
If you need college credit E-mail Laureen about how to enroll at Drexel University even if you don't live anywhere near Philadelphia.
New classes are being formed for January at Christina Healthcare in Delaware.
E-mail Laureen if you are interested in joining this group.
For those working full time in NJ the CRN Institute is forming a consortium where employers can take advantage of a grant program that provides training funds (including books and possibly the board exam fees) to provide their employees added skills. The employer contributes the paid time for the employee to attend the training. For more information and to be put on the interested list E-mail Laureen.
Most of you are aware that we offer courses in Medical Billing, Physician Coding and Hospital coding but were you aware that we also offer courses in
Pathophysiology and Pharmacology self study courses for only $199.00 each . Check back as we announce new courses now under development. Let us know what new courses you would like to see the CRN Institute offer.
Don’t forget we offer payment plans $195.00 down and $100.00 a month.
Student Success Stories
Congratulations to Emma Flattery the proud grandmother of Janessa Marie, born 9/28/05 6lbs. 9oz. 19in, We expect to see Janessa at the CRN Institute in sometime around 2024.
Congratulations to Minnie Grein for completing the 303 Medical Coding for Certification Hospital / Facility-Based course.
What made you decide to take a course?
I wanted an extensive hospital coding education so that I would have a better chance of getting hired in a hospital setting.
Why did you pick CRN Institute?
I chose CRN institute because I liked their format for the hospital coding program. The course also appealed to me because I was able to get CEU's for my CPC cert.
What did you like best about the course?
I liked the fact that I could work the on-line course at my own pace.
Is there anything you would say to someone thinking about taking a course?
I have recommended CRN institute to all of my friends that want a career in coding. Overall I feel it is an excellent program, well worth the money.
Are you planning on sitting for a Board exam?
Yes, I am going to sit for the CPC-H. I also plan on taking your Physician billing course in the very near future so that I may sit for my CPC-P or CCS-P.
Congratulations to Irene Nugent a Referral Specialist for both Stanford Hospital & Clinics and Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital in Palo Alto, California for completing both the Anatomy and the Terminology Courses. Irene is now enrolled in the 301 Physician Coding course.
What made you decide to take a course? Why did you pick CRN Institute?
My friend, Michele Midkiff, recommended CRN Institute. She took your course and is now a coder for Interventional Radiology at Stanford. When I looked at your programs, I thought the Medical Terminology and Anatomy classes would be a great review. The coding course will enhance my current job and also open up possibilities in the future.
What did you like best about the course?
I appreciate being able to work at my own pace.
Is there anything you would say to someone thinking about taking a course?
I would recommend the CRN courses to anyone asking me about it – in fact I already have.
Are you planning on sitting for a Board exam?
I am planning on taking the Board Exam sometime in 2006.
Do you have any other credentials?
I have my CPC and CBCS, (Certified Coding and Billing Specialist) through the National Health Association.
--Pam