Description: Sharon Easterling will lead this journey exploring the technologies impacting health information now and in the future:

Unveiling Tomorrow’s Tools: Kick off with an introduction to groundbreaking technologies reshaping HIM landscapes, including the next wave of artificial intelligence (AI); generative AI integration throughout healthcare, blockchain enhancements, and advanced data analytics.

Case Studies in Innovation: Dive into real-world scenarios where these technologies have transformed HIM practices, focusing on improved outcomes, efficiency gains, and innovative problem-solving approaches.

Navigating Challenges with Tech Solutions: Discuss the hurdles of integrating high-tech solutions into existing HIM systems and strategies to overcome them, ensuring a smooth transition into future-ready healthcare infrastructures.

Quality and Compliance in the Digital Age: Analyze how emerging technologies are setting new standards for clinical documentation quality and regulatory compliance, emphasizing enhancements in data integrity and security.

Interactive AI Demonstration: Conduct a live, interactive session utilizing a Generative Pre-trained Transformer (GPT) to demonstrate real-time query handling, data interpretation, and scenario-based problem-solving in HIM.

Empowering Through Education: Conclude with a call to action for continuous learning and adaptation, highlighting resources and pathways for HIM professionals to stay ahead in the technology curve.

Webinar Date: This was presented as part of OHIMA's Virtual Meeting that was held on July 23, 2024.
Duration: 1 hour

Speaker: Sharon Easterling, MHA, RHIA, CCS, CDIP, CRC, FAHIMA, is a highly respected leader in the health information sector with over two decades of experience. Known for her expertise in healthcare documentation integrity, she has held key roles in coding, utilization review, and clinical documentation improvement (CDI). Sharon has led initiatives integrating natural language processing and machine learning into coding and CDI technology, driving innovation in the field.

A sought-after speaker and author, she contributes significantly to professional education and development. Sharon's leadership extends to board positions with organizations like AHIMA and American College of Physician Advisors  (ACPA), where she advocates for high-quality clinical documentation and advancing the HI profession.

As CEO of Upskillz, LLC and VP of Revenue Cycle Management, she continues to champion documentation excellence, emphasizing its crucial role in the healthcare continuum.

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Cost: $25 Members / $35 Non-Members
1 AHIMA CEU*
Domain: Evolving Topics/Other HIIM Relevant Topics

*AHIMA CEUs are also accepted by the AAPC! Check eligibility on the AAPC website.