Brenda Miers
DeRidder,LA
Summary
Highly organized HIM Director known for managing health record audits and ensuring coding accuracy. Committed to implementing corrective actions that enhance compliance and improve overall healthcare operations.
Overview
1
1
Certification
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
HIM Director
Oceans Behavioral Hospital
10.2021 - Current
- Managed audits of health records for compliance, implementing corrective actions as necessary to address deficiencies.
- Collaborated closely with physicians and nursing staff to improve quality of patient records documentation.
- Implemented new coding and billing procedures that helped alleviate number of denied claims from insurance carriers.
- Developed and updated policies and procedures, maintaining compliance with guidelines relating to HIPAA, benefits administration and general liability.
Medical Coder
Memorial Health Group
03.2016 - 09.2021
- Reviewed and verified medical records for coding accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Utilized ICD-10 and CPT coding systems to ensure precise documentation of patient diagnoses and procedures.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to resolve discrepancies in patient data and coding practices.
- Conducted audits of coded claims, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions.
Medical Coding Specialist
Imperial Health
01.2011 - 02.2016
- Reviewed medical records for accuracy and compliance with coding standards.
- Assigned appropriate ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS codes to diagnoses and procedures.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to clarify documentation and coding queries.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced coding accuracy and efficiency.
Education
Associate of Science - Health Sciences W/concen. Medical Billing & Coding
Virginia College At Pensacola
Pensacola02-2006
Skills
- Relationship building
- Strategic planning
- Verbal and written communication
- Decision-making
Certification
Certified Professional Coder (CPC) through the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC)
Timeline
HIM Director
Oceans Behavioral Hospital
10.2021 - Current
Medical Coder
Memorial Health Group
03.2016 - 09.2021
Medical Coding Specialist
Imperial Health
01.2011 - 02.2016
Associate of Science - Health Sciences W/concen. Medical Billing & Coding
Virginia College At Pensacola