Healthcare professional with extensive experience in physician education, auditing, and regulatory research. Demonstrated success in conducting comprehensive audits, enhancing coding accuracy, and streamlining operational workflows. Skilled in interpreting complex billing regulations and providing impactful training. Strong collaborator focused on supporting organizational initiatives and ensuring compliance with industry standards.
CPC Certification
CGSC Certification
Lead compliance audits and provide specialty-specific coding and documentation education to physicians and APCs. Utilize CPT, E&M, modifiers, ICD-10-CM, HCPCS, and payer requirements to conduct internal audits. Collaborate with CMOs to standardize coding practices, conduct orientations and documentation reviews for new clinicians, and respond to coding inquiries from internal and external partners. Monitor Epic work queues to ensure timely charge resolution and support ongoing compliance through education, reporting, and coordination across departments.
Reviewed patient records to ensure accurate coding and billing, collaborated with healthcare providers to clarify documentation, and assigning appropriate codes using specialized software. Maintained strict confidentiality of patient information and actively participated in team discussions to address coding challenges and process improvements. Investigated and corrected rejected or denied claims, and submitted clean claims electronically to secure timely reimbursement from insurance companies.
Verified patient demographics, insurance eligibility, and financial responsibility to ensure accurate billing and reimbursement. Provided financial counseling, coordinated payment arrangements, and facilitated financial assistance. Resolved billing inquiries, corrected account data, and submitted claims. Communicated with providers, payers, and internal teams to address issues, while maintaining strong knowledge of payer policies and building collaborative relationships across departments.
Coding education and training
Adaptability in dynamic environments
Time management, interpersonal collaboration, and communication
Attention to detail, problem solving, and analysis
Problem solving and analysis
Auditing and compliance, provider education and support
Provider education and support
Documentation improvement and review
Effective communication skills
ICD-10-CM and CPT proficiency