Innovation Through Automation: The Future of Oncology Data Management
The field of oncology data management is entering a new era—driven by increasing demands for accurate, timely data and constrained by a shrinking pool of qualified professionals. While the challenges are real, the opportunity to innovate has never been greater. Here, we share the importance of automation in oncology data management. A Shrinking Talent Pool, A Growing Need In 2023, the National Cancer Registrars Association (NCRA) officially renamed the Certified Tumor Registrar role to Oncology Data Specialist (ODS)—a name that more accurately reflects the growing clinical and analytical complexity of the profession. But with the title evolution has come a deeper…
Coding Solutions at Harmony Healthcare: Sandra Andrade
Harmony Healthcare provides healthcare organizations with the talent and resources needed to succeed today as well as the foresight to prepare for tomorrow’s challenges. In this employee spotlight, we’re excited to highlight Sandra Andrade, Director, Coding Solutions. We spoke with Sandra to share her advice for clients and coding professionals as well as insights from her career journey. 1. Can you tell us about your journey in healthcare? From a young age, I knew I wanted to be part of the healthcare field. My journey started in a pre-nursing program right out of high school, but I soon discovered my…
Training and Certification Opportunities for Outpatient CDI Professionals
The demand for skilled outpatient Clinical Documentation Integrity (CDI) professionals is rapidly increasing as healthcare delivery shifts toward ambulatory and outpatient settings. Accurate documentation in these settings is critical for quality patient care, regulatory compliance, and optimal reimbursement. For those seeking to advance their careers in outpatient CDI, a range of educational pathways and certifications are available-each designed to validate expertise, enhance employability, and support professional growth. Educational Pathways for Outpatient CDI Foundational Training 1. ACDIS Outpatient CDI Apprenticeship: The Association of Clinical Documentation Integrity Specialists (ACDIS) offers a comprehensive Outpatient CDI Apprenticeship program. This certificate program covers foundational outpatient…
