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Claire Riha, certified coding specialist and auditing specialist

Claire Riha is a certified coding specialist who holds both the CCS and RHIT accreditation from AHIMA. She has worked in various capacities within the healthcare industry and has recently launched her own coding education YouTube channel called Medical Coding Clarified. Through this platform, she aims to share her expertise to aspiring coders and industry professionals alike.

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  • DeVry University, Associate of Applied Science, health information technology

  • Creator of coding education YouTube channel, "Medical Coding Clarified"<br /> <br /> Claire, in her current position, has recently assumed the role of assisting in the external coder development program. She takes immense pride in actively participating in the professional development of newly graduated coding professionals.

  • CCS and RHIT accreditation from AHIMA

  • Graduated with Honors

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