Christina Swagert
Guyton,GA
Summary
At HCA Physician Services, I leveraged my expertise in medical coding and HIPAA compliance to enhance billing efficiency and accuracy, achieving a notable increase in coding precision. As a Certified Professional Coder, my teamwork capabilities and adept use of EMR systems supported seamless electronic health record implementations, significantly reducing claim denials. Medical Billing and Coding Specialist with 17 years providing administrative and patient support in hospital and medical office settings. Advanced knowledge of private insurance processes and codes. Polished professional manages multiple tasks, utilizes electronic medical record systems, and provides excellent customer service to patients and staff. Adheres to medical records policies and procedures to comply with HIPAA regulations. Track record of effectively troubleshooting issues and maintaining patient confidentiality. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Professional Medical Coder
HCA Physician Services
05.2006 - 04.2024
- Increased coding accuracy by diligently reviewing medical documentation and applying appropriate codes.
- Resourcefully used various coding books, procedure manuals, and on-line encoders.
- Reviewed patient charts to better understand health histories, diagnoses, and treatments.
- Applied official coding conventions and rules from American Medical Association and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services to assign diagnostic codes.
- Reviewed, analyzed, and managed coding of diagnostic and treatment procedures contained in outpatient medical records.
- Maintained a high level of productivity while consistently meeting deadlines for claim submissions.
- Supported the implementation of electronic health record systems, simplifying the coding process.
- Reduced claim denials by maintaining thorough knowledge of payer-specific requirements and guidelines.
- Verified signatures and checked medical charts for accuracy and completion.
- Prevented costly fines by ensuring adherence to HIPAA regulations when handling sensitive patient information.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of coding guidelines and regulations, ensuring compliance across all coding activities.
- Optimized coding for outpatient services, significantly improving billing efficiency and accuracy.
Education
Medical Office Associates - Medical Insurance Coding
Ogeechee Technical College
Statesboro, GA03.2003
Skills
- Medical Terminology
- Anatomy knowledge
- HIPAA Compliance
- HCPCS Coding
- Data Entry
- Teamwork capabilities
- Knowledgeable in multiple medical systems
- Certified Professional Coder (CPC)
- EMR Systems
- Medical Software Proficiency
- 3M Encoder
- Hospital Inpatient and Outpatient Records
Timeline
Professional Medical Coder
HCA Physician Services
05.2006 - 04.2024
Medical Office Associates - Medical Insurance Coding
Ogeechee Technical College
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