Christin Britton
Windsor,NC
Summary
Accomplished Medical Coder with a proven track record at East Carolina University, proficient in ICD-10 and CPT coding. Demonstrated ability to enhance documentation accuracy and streamline billing processes, significantly improving reimbursement efficiency.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Coder
East Carolina University
10.2011 - Current
- Reviewed outpatient and inpatient records and interpreted documentation to identify diagnoses and procedures for professional billing.
- Maintained communication with physicians to improve documentation and educate on payor rules
- Applied official coding rules from American Medical Association and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services to assign diagnostic codes.
- Resourcefully used various coding books, procedure manuals, and encoders.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of coding guidelines and regulations, ensuring compliance across all coding activities.
- Verified signatures and checked medical charts for accuracy and completion.
- Trained new coders and coworkers.
- Worked and researched claim denials to receive payment within filing time limit.
- Minimized errors by providing ongoing feedback to physicians and clinical staff regarding proper documentation practices.
- Identified patients that need consents for procedures in order to receive payment.
- Maintained two certifications through AHIMA and AAPC by completing ongoing education yearly.
Medical Coder
Greenville Surgical
05.2011 - 10.2011
- Reviewed outpatient records and interpreted documentation to identify accurate diagnoses and procedures.
- Interacted with physician and other healthcare staff to ask questions regarding patient services.
- Utilized active listening, interpersonal, and telephone etiquette skills when communicating with patients.
- Streamlined the billing process for faster reimbursement by submitting accurate and timely insurance claims.
- Communicated with insurance companies to research and resolved coding discrepancies.
- Supported the implementation of electronic health record systems.
- Scanned and uploaded medical records into electronic medical records system.
- Assisted in preparation of medical reports for external parties.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Services And Information Management
East Carolina University
Greenville, NC05-2011
Skills
- CPT Coding
- ICD-10 Coding
- EPIC
- Excel
- 3M Encoder
- Code Correct
Certification
- RHIA - Registered Health Information Administrator
- CPC - Certified Professional Coder
Timeline
Medical Coder
East Carolina University
10.2011 - Current
Medical Coder
Greenville Surgical
05.2011 - 10.2011
- RHIA - Registered Health Information Administrator
- CPC - Certified Professional Coder
Bachelor of Science - Health Services And Information Management
East Carolina University
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