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PBS proudly sponsored and exhibited at the RBMA PaRADigm Conference in Las Vegas, NV, April 14th-17th.

Celebrating team recognitions...


Congratulations to:


  • Nicole Jones-Gerbino, President, on appointment to the 2024-2025 RBMA Board of Directors last month.


  • Kara Connor, Executive Director of Business Development, who received a Global Achievement Award at the National RBMA Conference April 16th.


  • Angie Wardlaw, Client Services Manager, earned a Certificate In Recognition for Service to the Members of the Durham North Carolina Chapter as the 2023 Secretary/Treasurer.

Highlighting some of the efforts and industry volunteer work of our leadership team. The value of service and advocacy are paramount at PBS.

  • Steve Mims, CEO: RBMA Federal Affairs Committee
  • Nicole Jones-Gerbino, President: RBMA National Board Member, Co-Chair for the RBMA California Chapter, Co-Chair for the RBMA Advanced Education Committee
  • Desiree Overcast, COO: RBMA New Volunteers Team Comittee
  • Kara Connor, Executive Director of Business Development: RBMA Mid-Atlantic Advisory Board, RBMA Membership Committee
  • Michael Gonzales, Executive Director of Client Relations: RBMA Oregon Chapter Executive Committee, RBMA Finance Committee, RBMA Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee
  • Landi Marriott, Executive Director of Implementations: RBMA Young Professionals Subcommittee
  • Shay Kelly, Executive Director of Information Technology: RBMA Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee
  • Lynda Murdock, Executive Director of Human Resources: Chair and Board Member of the Diversity, Inclusion, and Equity for the SHRM Northern Nevada Human Resources Association, Battle Born Nevada State Conference Committee
  • Angie Wardlaw, Client Services Manager: RBMA Virtual Education Subcommittee, RBMA Payor Relations Committee, Treasurer for the DurhamNC Local AAPC Chapter, Member of MGMA and NCMGMA
  • Andrew Mims, Business Analyst: RBMA Young Professionals Subcommittee

CODING CORNER

Have you met our Director of Provider Education?

Laura Manser CPC,CPMA,CEMC, CIRCC,RCC

Director of Provider Education

Laura is key to continuing to enhance our CDI Program. With two decades in the radiology industry, Laura is deeply committed to enhancing healthcare through education, compliance, and documentation accuracy. Her experience in coding management and auditing, with a suite of coding and auditing certifications from the AAPC and RCCB, supports PBS’s commitment to excellence in medical coding, documentation, and compliance. Fueled by a vision of fostering collective growth through innovation and the power of shared knowledge. 

To learn more about our enhanced CDI Improvement program:

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Ensuring Data Security: How PBS Utilizes Cutting-Edge Technologies to Safeguard Data


In today's digital age, data security is paramount, especially in industries handling sensitive information like healthcare. At PBS, safeguarding our clients' data is our top priority. We employ a range of advanced technologies and best practices to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of patient information.


Here's how we utilize cutting-edge technologies to keep our clients' information safe:

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UPCOMING EVENTS

May 22, 2024

RBMA Tennessee Chapter Meeting

Virtual Meeting - 10:00 AM EST

PBS President, Nicole Jones-Gerbino, and Executive Director of Information Technology, Shay Kelly, are speaking "Getting more with less - What are you missing to increase revenue in your billing software?".

May 22-24, 2024

National Harbor, Maryland

ImagineSoftware Conference

Kara Connor, Landi Marriott

and Angie Wardlaw attending.

Attending? Let's connect... Contact us at info@pbsradiology.com or 844.287.7141.

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ACR Updates Requirements for On-Site Staff Overseeing Contrast Administration

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