Practical Questions for National Conference in San Diego

mdomineseymdominesey
edited May 2016 in CDI Talk Archive
As I am finalizing my plans for the National Conference in San Diego, I have a few questions:



Transportation from Airport to downtown – I will be flying in ~2:30-3:30pm PST on Wednesday May 9 (my b-day!). I see that there are several methods to get downtown (I am staying at a hostel) ($65 for a private room! Shared bathroom). One can take a taxi - $$$, bus, or an option is the several shuttles offered by private companies. One in particular is veteran owned and will transport 4 people from the airport to downtown for $14 TOTAL! I have no problems walking the ½ mile from the conference hotel to my hostel… so, who is arriving near the same time and wants to share the transportation expense downtown? I catch a flight back out after 10pm on Saturday so I can sleep most of the trip back to DC; anybody wish to share transportation expenses that day as well?



Saturday sightseeing – any good low cost suggestions? Like bicycling, hiking, used bookstores/collectible/thrift stores. I know the beach is not too far and may consider an inexpensive sea kayak tour at the sea caves of La Jolla and then check out the gliderport.



Bicycle Transportation around San Diego – I found one bicycle rental place with reasonable bicycle rental prices. Does anybody know how safe it is to bicycle around town? Is there a website with safe bike routes?



As always – Restaurant.com and other online coupons. Any suggestions as to coupons/companies, inexpensive dining?



Thanks in advance for the assistance



Mark N. Dominesey, RN, BSN, MBA, CCDS, CDIP
Clinical Documentation Excellence
Sr. Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialist
Sibley Memorial Hospital

Information Technology
5255 Loughboro Rd NW
Washington DC, 20016-2695

W: 202.660.6782
F: 202.537.4477
mdominesey@sibley.org

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  • sharon.colesharon.cole
    edited May 2016
    Hi Mark,
    I won’t be arriving or departing during those times but am looking for a shuttle back and forth. Father and one brother were in the military and another currently in the Army. Do you have the contact info for the veteran owned shuttle???

    Sharon Cole, RN, CCDS
    Providence Health Center
    Case Management Dept
    254.751.4256
    srcole@phn-waco.org

  • robert.hodges2robert.hodges2
    edited May 2016
    My flight times also don’t match yours, but I’m also interested in the shuttle. Thanks in advance Mark.



    Robert



    Robert S. Hodges, BSN, MSN, RN, CCDS

    Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialist

    Aleda E. Lutz VAMC

    Mail Code 136

    1500 Weiss Street

    Saginaw MI 48602



    P: 989-497-2500 x13101

    F: 989-321-4912

    E: Robert.Hodges2@va.gov



    "We are dealing with Veterans, not procedures; With their problems, not ours." --General Omar Bradley

  • MelindascharfMelindascharf
    edited May 2016
    I will have my car there and be there for the icd 10 bootcamp. I could make a run to the airport to "shuttle" after the bootcamp on wednesday- probably at about 5-6. Let me know if anyone is interested. You can contact me at Melinda.scharf@stjoe.org

    Melinda Scharf RN BSN CCDS
    St Joseph Hospital
    714-771-8000 ext:18119

  • ssalinasssalinas
    edited May 2016
    Don’t know what hotels you are staying at but many of them offer free shuttle service to and from the airport. As far as getting around downtown and for little expeditions, they have an inexpensive trolley system that will take you to quite a few places.

    Sharon

  • sharon.colesharon.cole
    edited May 2016
    I need to google San Diego and see what all there is to do. I have never been to California before.

    Sharon Cole, RN, CCDS
    Providence Health Center
    Case Management Dept
    254.751.4256
    srcole@phn-waco.org

  • annnd2009@gmail.comannnd2009@gmail.com
    edited May 2016
    I used to live there...
    MUST have fish tacos at SOUTHBEACH BAR AND GRILL IN OCEAN BEACH,
    Wahoo or mahi and steak nachos. Hippy beach community feels a little out of
    time for sandiego

  • jlindseyjlindsey
    edited May 2016
    San Diego is heaven on earth!! I used to live there and can’t believe I ever left!!!

    If you want a to die for view and dinner go to The Fish Market Restaurant, http://www.thefishmarket.com/.

    Seaport Village is a great place to walk around and enjoy the view. Lots of little shops, right on the harbor, http://www.seaportvillage.com/.

    Horton Plaza is right there and has a movie theatre, restaurants and mall shops, http://www.westfield.com/hortonplaza/.

    USS Midway tours, http://www.midway.org/.

    San Diego Harbor Tour, http://www.sandiegotours.us/?event=offer.detail&offerId=9355.

    Just to name a few…..

    Jill Lindsey, RN, BSN

    Phoenix Children's Hospital
    Clinical Documentation Specialist
    602-810-4197
    Ext. 3-0725

  • katysuegood@gmail.comkatysuegood@gmail.com
    edited May 2016
    I am so jealous of everyone going. Really wish I was attending.

    Hope everyone has a great time!


    Katy
  • sharon.cooper@owensborohealth.orgsharon.cooper@owensborohealth.org
    edited May 2016
    Me too!!

    Sharon C.

  • tpeytontpeyton
    edited May 2016
    same here Katy

    Tracy M Peyton RN, CCDS
    Bradford Regional Medical Center
    Upper Allegany Health Systems
    116 Interstate Parkway
    Bradford, PA 16701
    814-558-0406

  • jamiedugan2012jamiedugan2012
    edited May 2016
    For all of you going to San Diego! Have lots of fun and learn a lot so you can share with those of us who can't make it this year!!!! Somebody take pictures and post! Thanks

    Jamie Dugan RN

    Baptist Medical Center

    Jacksonville Florida

  • judithbatesjudithbates
    edited May 2016
    I AM SO, SO JEALOUS!!! Can't wait to hear where next year's meeting will be held...


    Judi Bates RN, BSN, CCDS
    Our Lady of Lourdes Medical Center
    CDI Specialist
    856-757-3161
    Beeper 66x2906

  • tpeytontpeyton
    edited May 2016
    wooo hoooo.....gotta start saving now....I always say next year....next year...LOL



    Tracy M Peyton RN, CCDS
    Bradford Regional Medical Center
    Upper Allegany Health Systems
    116 Interstate Parkway
    Bradford, PA 16701
    814-558-0406
  • tiffany_susantiffany_susan
    edited May 2016
    Submit a poster ides next year!!! You get half off the conference price.


    Thank You,
    Susan Tiffany RN, CCDS
    Supervisor Clinical Documentation Program
    Guthrie Healthcare System
    phone: 570-887-6094
    fax: 570-887-5152
    email: tiffany_susan@guthrie.org
    " You only live once, but if you do it right, once is enough!" Mae West
  • tpeytontpeyton
    edited May 2016
    for just an idea? Is that on the website to do?



    Tracy M Peyton RN, CCDS
    Bradford Regional Medical Center
    Upper Allegany Health Systems
    116 Interstate Parkway
    Bradford, PA 16701
    814-558-0406

  • tiffany_susantiffany_susan
    edited May 2016
    If you idea is accepted, then you put a poster together ( I could send you
    a poster format that makes it very easy)....... then you get in half price
    and a bit of recognition for you and you hospital. You can work as a group
    on it if need be.
    Thank You,
    Susan Tiffany RN, CCDS
    Supervisor Clinical Documentation Program
    Guthrie Healthcare System
    phone: 570-887-6094
    fax: 570-887-5152
    email: tiffany_susan@guthrie.org
    " You only live once, but if you do it right, once is enough!" Mae West


  • Unknown
    edited May 2016
    Susan, Can you send me the poster format also? Thanks, Joyce

  • tpeytontpeyton
    edited May 2016
    That would be awesome Susan....it would only be me...since I am the only one.



    Tracy M Peyton RN, CCDS
    Bradford Regional Medical Center
    Upper Allegany Health Systems
    116 Interstate Parkway
    Bradford, PA 16701
    814-558-0406
  • tkreilingtkreiling
    Does anyone know if the Manchester Grand Hyatt is offering shuttle service?
    Thanks,
    Tara
  • Unknown
    edited May 2016
    I called and asked at the hotel and they said NO shuttle but cab from airport to hotel is about $12

    Tina Simpson, BSN, RN, CCDS

  • tkreilingtkreiling
    Thank you.
    Tara
  • tiffany_susantiffany_susan
    edited May 2016

    I went through here.

    supershuttle.com

    Thank You,
    Susan Tiffany RN, CCDS
    Supervisor Clinical Documentation Program
    Guthrie Healthcare System
    phone: 570-887-6094
    fax: 570-887-5152
    email: tiffany_susan@guthrie.org
    " You only live once, but if you do it right, once is enough!" Mae West
  • paxnerospaxneros
    edited May 2016
    Poster format please...:)

  • julie.cruz-sjejulie.cruz-sje
    edited May 2016
    I would also love your poster format if you don't mind sharing!

    Julie Cruz, RN, CDS
    St. Joseph Hospital
    Eureka, CA 95501

  • sharon.colesharon.cole
    edited May 2016
    Just a practical tip for those who won't get the conference paid for by their organization: I piecemeal the costs since it usually runs about $2200 total - basically putting aside about $200 a month. When I have enough saved, I book and pay off flight, pay off conference until paid off, use what's left for hotel, meals, etc. That way it doesn't seem like sooo much. AND, if your organization decides to pay---you have already started saving for the following year:) . Also don't forget to sign up for the conference early so you get all the discounts!!

    Sharon Cole, RN, CCDS
    Providence Health Center
    Case Management Dept
    254.751.4256
    srcole@phn-waco.org

  • vdavis2vdavis2
    edited May 2016
    My Hubby and I will be staying for a week after the conference... still trying to decide on a hotel (sighhh...) Anyone have any suggestions for nice, reasonable hotel that is in a safe place, convenient to the beach, Universal studies, and the Hollywood Sign?? Wanted to rent a Jeep, but could only one place that rented them and they are booked up! I also want to do some other "must see" attractions, so I will be checking out the links you guys listed in an earlier post! See you there!- V

    Vicki S. Davis, RN CDS
    Clinical Documentation Improvement Manager
    Health Information Management Department
    Alamance Regional Medical Center
    Office (336) 586-3765
    Ascom Mobile (336) 586-4191
    Fax (336) 538-7428
    vdavis2@armc.com

    "The difference between the right word and the almost right word is the difference between lightning and the lightning bug."- Samuel "Mark Twain" Clemens

  • ssalinasssalinas
    edited May 2016
    Do you plan on staying in SD or moving up the coast? Universal Studios and the Hollywood Sign are about 130 miles north of SD - and the drive can take quite a while depending on traffic. Don't know that you need a jeep but a convertible might be nice if the weather is agreeable. Anaheim (Disney, Knott's, etc) is 90-100 miles north.

    San Diego is really great for visiting. The beach of course....
    The San Diego Zoo, Balboa Park, Coronado, Sea World, Padres, casinos nearby, Seaport Village is fun with the street performers, touristy shops, Scripps, LaJolla, Mission Bay, sea-doo, kayak and canoe rentals - the list goes on and on...

    I don't know what you consider reasonable, but good luck..... I work down there quite a bit on weekends and they set me up at hotels. Sea World Hampton Inn is close to everything, has free parking but is not cheap. There's a Days Inn on Hotel Circle that I have heard is reasonable. Make sure you ask about parking -many places have very little and charge daily for what is available.

    Enjoy your stay - SD is GREAT!

    Sharon Salinas, CCS
    Barlow Respiratory Hospital
    213-250-4200 Extension 3336

  • vdavis2vdavis2
    edited May 2016
    TY So much Sharon!!! I am going to check out this stuff tonight... I might want to think about staying further North... just worried about "where not to stay" the closer we get to LA...

    Vicki S. Davis, RN CDS
    Clinical Documentation Improvement Manager
    Health Information Management Department
    Alamance Regional Medical Center
    Office (336) 586-3765
    Ascom Mobile (336) 586-4191
    Fax (336) 538-7428
    vdavis2@armc.com

    "The difference between the right word and the almost right word is the difference between lightning and the lightning bug."- Samuel "Mark Twain" Clemens

  • jamiedugan2012jamiedugan2012
    edited May 2016
    May I have the poster format also?

    Jamie Dugan RN

    Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialist

    Baptist Health System

    Jacksonville Florida

    Jamie.dugan@bmcjax.com



  • mdomineseymdominesey
    You could stay at a hostel in Downtown San Diego with reasonable parking next door (they told me ~$15) (Lucky D's). It is a little more than
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