From LPN to Medical Coder: Kelsey Seltzer’s Career-Changing Curiosity | #iamaapc

When a company meeting introduced a wave of unfamiliar healthcare terms like "value-based care," Kelsey Seltzer didn’t tune out, she leaned in. That moment sparked a curiosity launching her career transformation from Licensed Practical Nurse to medical coder. Watch as Kelsey shares how her questions led her to explore health information management, earn a degree, and find her place in the world of medical coding and revenue cycle support. 00:00:00 From LPN to Medical Coder 00:01:10 What Drew Me to Nursing 00:03:30 Doors Opened Up Because of My Clinical & Revenue Cycle Expertise 00:05:42 Inpatient Was Not My Calling 00:06:42 AAPC & CRC Credential 00:08:30 Advice for AAPC Exam Candidates 00:09:30 My Current Role 00:10:30 How Do New Codes and Changes Affect You 00:11:30 How Can a Nurse Know if This Is the Right Step for Her 00:12:47 What Do You Miss Most About the Clinical Side 00:13:02 What Advice Would You Give to Nurses Follow AAPC on LinkedIn:   / 206425   Like AAPC on Facebook:   / aapcfan   Follow AAPC on Instagram:   / aapc_official   Follow AAPC on Twitter:   / aapcstaff