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Anna L. Imperial

Senior Medical Coder
Grand Rapids,MI

Summary

A Certified Professional Coder (CPC) and highly experienced Senior Emergency Medical Coder with over 17 years of specialized coding expertise in Emergency Medicine, Critical Care, ICD-10, and CPT coding. I Brings a deep understanding of AMA and CMS coding guidelines, medical terminology, and compliance with HIPAA and data confidentiality regulations. Throughout my tenure with UnitedHealthCare Group/Optum Insight from 2007 to 2025, I have consistently maintained high accuracy and productivity rates, demonstrating a disciplined approach to complex coding tasks. Excels in interpreting physician documentation, assigning precise ICD-10 and CPT codes (including modifiers), and ensuring alignment with federal regulations and payer requirements. Proficient in Emergency Medicine coding workflows, critical care code assignment, and handling high volumes of patient data with minimal supervision. Have a strong command of coding compliance and dedication to continuing education ensuring I remain up to date with evolving coding standards and best practices. Known for collaborative mindset, strong work ethic, and ability to quickly learn and adapt to new specialties with the proper training. My career is defined by reliability, accuracy, and a team-oriented attitude — making an immediate asset to any healthcare organization seeking expertise in emergency and outpatient coding.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Senior Medical Coder

United Health Group/ Optum Insight
02.2007 - 02.2025
  • Actively maintained current working knowledge of CPT and ICD-10-CM coding principles, government regulations and protocols.
  • Read through patient health data, histories, physician diagnoses and treatments to gain understanding for coding purposes.
  • Added modifiers as appropriately needed for proper coding diagnosing.
  • Applied coding rules established by AMAC Medicare and Medicaid Services.
  • Maintained high accuracy rate on daily production of chart requirements, which includes continuing education and certification renewal.
  • Continually maintained high accuracy rate on daily production of chart requirements.
  • Continually received passing scores on quality knowledge of ICD-10 and CPT coding.
  • Properly assigned ICD-10, Critical Care and/or CPT codes based on specific clinical findings and physician documentation.
  • Had positive working relationships with fellow coworkers and management.

Education

Received CPC After Course Cmpletion - Medical Coding

West Michigan Center of Arts And Technology
Grand Rapids, MI
01-2006

Skills

  • Proficient in ICD-10 coding
  • Proficient in CPT coding
  • Experienced in critical care coding
  • Microsoft Excel knowledgeable

Certification

  • CPC - Certified Professional Coder

Work Availability

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Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Location Preference

Remote

Important To Me

Flexible work hoursHealthcare benefitsPaid time offPaid sick leaveWork from home optionWork-life balanceCompany Culture

Timeline

Senior Senior Medical Coder

United Health Group/ Optum Insight
02.2007 - 02.2025

Received CPC After Course Cmpletion - Medical Coding

West Michigan Center of Arts And Technology