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Maggie Aime, RN, MSN, CPC

Contributing Author

Maggie Aime is a freelance writer with over 25 years of healthcare experience. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Central Florida and a Master of Science in Nursing Education from Capella University. Her clinical expertise covers multiple specialties, including oncology, cardiology, kidney transplant, and pediatrics. In addition to her clinical background, Maggie has worked as a patient financial counselor and is a certified professional coder, providing her with insight into healthcare operations and finance. She applies this diverse experience to create content that supports students in both the clinical and business aspects of healthcare. Maggie’s writing has appeared in prominent healthcare and educational publications such as AARP, GoodRx, Next Avenue, Everyday Health, Fortune, and Well+Good.

Education

BS in Nursing, University of Central FloridaMS in Nursing Education, Capella University


Expertise

Healthcare – Medical Coding – Nursing

Maggie Aime is a freelance writer with over 25 years of healthcare experience. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Central Florida and a Master of Science in Nursing Education from Capella University. Her clinical expertise covers multiple specialties, including oncology, cardiology, kidney transplant, and pediatrics. In addition to her clinical background, Maggie has worked as a patient financial counselor and is a certified professional coder, providing her with insight into healthcare operations and finance. She applies this diverse experience to create content that supports students in both the clinical and business aspects of healthcare. Maggie’s writing has appeared in prominent healthcare and educational publications such as AARP, GoodRx, Next Avenue, Everyday Health, Fortune, and Well+Good.

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Discover Medical Assistant Programs with Externships
You can learn the basics in a medical assistant program and pass the tests, but still feel unsure when it’s time to do the job. With an externship, you can practice the skills you’ve learned in the classroom to build confidence before you’re hired. But not every medical assistant program handles externships the same way. Some arrange your placement for you, while others leave it up to you to secure a site. Below are five medical assistant programs with externships already included.
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Explore Medical Billing and Coding Programs with Job Placement Assistance for Students
When I started my career in medical billing and coding, I assumed my certificate would be my ticket to landing my first job. It definitely helped, and the program I completed played a role in getting my foot in the door. But I also realized that not all programs do the same when it comes to helping graduates find a job. This article will help explain what job placement assistance can mean and highlight a few medical billing and coding programs that offer that type of support.
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Nursing Programs with Low GPA Requirements: Explore Online and Hybrid Degrees
Nursing school is competitive, and if your grade point average (GPA) is lower than you’d like, your options may be limited. As a nurse educator, I’ve had many conversations with students in this exact situation. I remind them that a low GPA doesn’t close the door to accredited nursing programs. Below, let’s look at what low GPA requirements really mean, what programs are realistically within reach, and how to strengthen your application.
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Discover Online Medical Billing and Coding Programs with No GED Requirement
Sometimes life just gets in the way of finishing high school. If that’s your situation, and you’re considering a career in medical billing and coding to get into healthcare, here’s what you need to know: Yes, medical billing and coding programs with no GED requirement do exist, with most programs allowing you to start classes as you work toward your GED at the same time. Let’s take a look at some schools that offer this option and what to expect when it’s time to move toward certification.
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Explore Online Medical Billing and Coding Programs with Externships
Feeling prepared for your first job in medical billing and coding can be intimidating without any experience. I’ve been there and know firsthand that feeling confident with the material and passing the certification test is a world away from managing the workflow in a busy billing office. With the majority of the work being administrative, gaining confidence for the role comes with practice – and externships allow you to apply what you learned in the classroom.