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I would like some input on TCN -The Coding Network

I am researching this company as I applied to 3 positions and received 2 separate emails with links to take their proficiency tests. I’ve seen some very mixed reviews concerning the tests (including the fact that many do not even hear back from them with an offer to test) and would love some recent insight into the process and the company if anyone has dealt with them. The test does seem unprofessional & unclear, and from what I have been reading unfairly graded. I want a remote position and I plan to be very picky about who I choose, so before I stress over these tests, I wanted to reach out here. Any input is appreciated!

Tina Smith COC, CPC

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Hoping for some input on a procedure

Hello. I am kind of new to vascular coding but am determined to learn it.
I do have a question on the procedure noted below.

Ultrasound guidance was used to gain access to the right common femoral artery using needle puncture and seldinger technique. A 5-french sheath was placed. A diagnostic catheter was advanced to the aortic bifurcation and oblique images of the left iliofemoral system were then obtained. The catheter was then advanced into teh left common femoral artery and left lower extremity angiography was performed. There seemed to be obvious thrombus within the superficial femoral artery as well as some distal tibial disease that may also represent a small level of embolization. The sheath was then placed over the aortic bifurcation such that the distal tip way in the proximal superficial femoral artery. An infusion thrombolytic wire was then advanced such that the infusion ports lay encompassing the area of thrombosis/embolism. Thrombolytic agent will be infused through the infusion wire overnight while a small amount of heparinized saline will be infused through the sheath. Sterile dressings were applied and the patient taken to the recovery room in stable condition.
Any suggestions on the codes for this procedure is greatly appreciated. Also, any suggestions for study helps to get more familiar with vascular would be greatly appreciated.

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Input and advice

need some input on the "next step" I have my CPC-A, by the first part of March I will be able to lose the A. What is the recommended next good cred to get? All from AAPC? Get something from AHIMA? I feel like even though I have my CPC, there’s so much I don’t understand about the whole process. I do clinic encounters now in a rural health setting. There’s also a chance to do some inpatient and outpatient type of stuff as the clinic is connected with a hospital. There’s days I feel so confident, and days I feel like I have no clue what I’m doing.

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