Anna Williams
Lake Saint Louis,MO
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Medical Coder- Pediatrics ED
Washington University School Of Medicine
St Louis, MO
10.2018 - Current
- Improved accuracy of medical coding by thoroughly reviewing patient records and assigning correct codes for diagnoses and procedures.
- Maintained compliance with industry regulations by staying up-to-date on the latest changes in medical coding guidelines and conventions.
- Conducted ongoing self-audits to identify areas requiring additional education or resources in order to maintain a high level of coding accuracy and proficiency.
- Educated clinical staff on proper documentation techniques and terminology to ensure accurate representation of patient conditions and treatments for optimal coding outcomes.
- Reviewed outpatient records and interpreted documentation to identify diagnoses and procedures.
- Verified signatures and checked medical charts for accuracy and completion.
- Utilized electronic medical record systems to store, retrieve and process patient data.
Certified Medical Coder-OBGYN/Oncology
Washington University School Of Medicine
St Louis, MO
03.2012 - 10.2018
- Improved accuracy of medical coding by thoroughly reviewing patient records and assigning correct codes for diagnoses and procedures.
- Maintained compliance with industry regulations by staying up-to-date on the latest changes in medical coding guidelines and conventions.
- Supported continuous improvement initiatives within the coding department by actively participating in team meetings, trainings, and sharing best practices with colleagues.
- Aided in reducing backlogs of incomplete charts or unassigned codes through focused efforts during periods of high volume or staffing shortages.
- Protected patient confidentiality by adhering strictly to HIPAA regulations when handling sensitive information related to medical records, treatments, and diagnoses.
- Conducted ongoing self-audits to identify areas requiring additional education or resources in order to maintain a high level of coding accuracy and proficiency.
- Verified, coded and added modifiers to diagnoses.
- Resourcefully used various coding books, procedure manuals, and on-line encoders.
- Trained and mentored junior coders to support growth and development, apply high-quality coding practices.
- Followed up with medical staff regarding missing information in patient records.
Education
General Studies
St. Louis Community College
Associate of Applied Science -
Sanford Brown
Washington University in St Louis
St Louis, MOSkills
- Medical Claims Coding
- Records Management
- Continuing Education Commitment
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- ICD-10 Proficiency
- Medical Office Software Utilization
- Procedural Coding Precision
- HIPAA Compliance Awareness
- Certified Professional Coder
- Epic Systems
Certification
Certified AAPC Medical Coder
Timeline
Certified Medical Coder- Pediatrics ED
Washington University School Of Medicine
10.2018 - Current
Certified Medical Coder-OBGYN/Oncology
Washington University School Of Medicine
03.2012 - 10.2018
General Studies
St. Louis Community College
Associate of Applied Science -
Sanford Brown
Washington University in St Louis