About Us
Sharon Andrews, R.N., CCS-P has an extensive
background in dermatology. Before entering the consulting field in 1995, she
managed a dermatology practice for several years. She has additional
experience in cosmetic surgery, having worked for three years as a surgical
nurse and patient advisor in that environment.
She is the author of
DermNews, a monthly publication for dermatology practices, and has been
quoted in Dermatology World, Part B News, and Medical
Economics.
Sharon is a charter member of the Association of Dermatology
Administrators and Managers (ADA/M), holds coding certification through
the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA), and is a
member of the National Association of Healthcare Consultants.
She has participated in the opening of over 40 dermatology practices,
provided on site consultations to numerous practices, and lectured on
coding and other practice management issues to various dermatology groups.
Joyce Hall, CDC, comes to DermResources with thirty seven years
experience in the medical field, having served in every administrative
position
from receptionist to practice manager.
Before beginning her consulting career, Joyce spent two years as an
instructor for a nationally recognized practice management software system
used by many dermatologists.
Next came her tenure with the Inga Ellzey Practice Group as a
consultant, starting in 1997. When the Inga Ellzey Practice Group
decided to close its consulting branch in January of 2001, Joyce brought
her consulting talents to DermResources.
Joyce is a Certified Dermatology Coder.
Jim Andrews, MSSM, received his undergraduate degree
from the University of West Florida (Magna cum Laude) in Business
Administration, and his Master’s degree in Systems Management from the
University of Southern California. He has extensive experience in the
computer and systems management industry, including project management,
software design, and training.
Since April 2000 Jim has been deeply involved with the HIPAA
regulations. He is currently providing contract support to a large
multi-specialty clinic in Northwest Florida as their HIPAA Implementation Project Manager.