Chelsea Pietrantonio
Norway,MI
Summary
Hardworking professional applies official coding conventions and rules established by American Medical Association and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. Confident Medical Coder adheres to data confidentiality and privacy rules in all workflows and promotes dynamic interpersonal skills.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Inpatient Coding Specialist
Bellin Health
11.2019 - Current
- Assigned and sequenced codes based on documentation and coding guidelines.
- Continuously improved personal skills and knowledge through participation in professional development courses, certification programs, and industry conferences relevant to the field of IP Medical Coding.
- Demonstrated adaptability by swiftly learning new diagnostic codes when changes were introduced into classification systems such as ICD-10-CM/PCS or CPT codes.
- Ensured data integrity and confidentiality by adhering to strict security measures while handling sensitive patient information during the coding process.
Outpatient Medical Coding Specialist
Bellin Health
07.2016 - 11.2019
- Improved accuracy in medical coding by diligently reviewing patient charts and physician documentation.
- Enhanced efficiency in the coding process by staying up-to-date with industry trends and changes in regulatory requirements.
- Reduced claim denials by ensuring accurate assignment of appropriate ICD-10 codes to diagnoses and CPT codes to procedures.
- Assisted billing department in resolving coding-related issues, expediting payment processing for prompt reimbursement.
- Mentored junior coders to enhance their skillset and productivity within the team environment.
Health Information Technician Team Facilitator
Bellin Health
06.2015 - 07.2016
- Collaborated with physicians and nurses to clarify documentation discrepancies for accurate coding purposes.
- Optimized workflow efficiency within the department through careful coordination of assignments among team members.
- Prepared comprehensive reports on hospital performance metrics using collected data from various sources within the organization''s EHR system.
- Recruited and hired top-performing individuals bringing undeniable experience and wealth of skills to organization.
Medical Coder Level II
Ministry Health Care- Door County Medical Center
10.2014 - 05.2015
- Reduced claim denials by maintaining thorough knowledge of payer-specific requirements and guidelines.
- Contributed to revenue growth by identifying undercoded services for proper reimbursement.
- Conducted internal audits to identify areas for improvement in coding accuracy and compliance.
Medical Coding Specialist
Dickinson County Healthcare System
09.2013 - 10.2014
- Input data into computer programs and filing systems.
- Utilized electronic medical record systems to store, retrieve and process patient data.
- Communicated effectively with staff, patients, and insurance companies by email and telephone.
- Maintained accuracy, completeness, and security for medical records and health information.
Physician Biller
Dickinson County Healthcare System
02.2013 - 09.2013
- Ensured timely payments from insurance providers through submission of accurate and complete claims.
- Resolved discrepancies in accounts receivable reports, contributing to improved cash flow management.
- Assisted patients in understanding insurance benefits, leading to a positive experience during their visit.
- Reviewed patient diagnosis codes to verify accuracy and completeness.
Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialist
Harton Regional Medical Center
08.2012 - 02.2013
- Enhanced team productivity by streamlining processes and implementing time-saving strategies.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements by diligently updating documentation according to changing guidelines.
- Collaborated with quality assurance team to comply with regulatory requirements.
Temporary Medical Coder Onsite-Humana
ESSI Staffing
09.2010 - 08.2011
- Increased internal control effectiveness through diligent evaluation of processes and providing recommendations for improvement.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements by performing regular audits and staying up-to-date on industry standards.
- Maintained confidentiality, handling sensitive information discreetly throughout all stages of the audit process.
Education
Bachelors of Health Information Management -
College of Saint Scholastica
Duluth, MN08.2012
Health Information Technology AAS -
Rasmussen College
Green Bay, WI03.2010
Skills
- Proficiency in EPIC, 3M & 3M 360
- Inpatient & Outpatient Facility Coding
- Medical Terminology
- HIPAA Compliance
- Attention to detail
- Procedural coding
- Organizational skills
- Microsoft Office proficiency
Certification
RHIT
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Inpatient Coding Specialist
Bellin Health
11.2019 - Current
Outpatient Medical Coding Specialist
Bellin Health
07.2016 - 11.2019
Health Information Technician Team Facilitator
Bellin Health
06.2015 - 07.2016
Medical Coder Level II
Ministry Health Care- Door County Medical Center
10.2014 - 05.2015
Medical Coding Specialist
Dickinson County Healthcare System
09.2013 - 10.2014
Physician Biller
Dickinson County Healthcare System
02.2013 - 09.2013
Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialist
Harton Regional Medical Center
08.2012 - 02.2013
Temporary Medical Coder Onsite-Humana
ESSI Staffing
09.2010 - 08.2011
Bachelors of Health Information Management -
College of Saint Scholastica
Health Information Technology AAS -
Rasmussen College
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