Christine Montgomery
White Bear Lake
Summary
My objective is to be a productive and valuable member of the medical coding industry, utilizing my knowledge in medical coding to ensure accurate code assignment, reimbursement, precise reporting of services rendered, and compliance with government regulations.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Coder II - Inpatient
IKS Health
11.2023 - Current
- Maintained high coding standards by adhering to industry best practices and staying current with emerging technologies.
- Resourcefully used various coding books, procedure manuals, and on-line encoders.
- Applied official coding conventions and rules from American Medical Association and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services to assign diagnostic codes.
- Code diagnosis and procedure codes from patient medical record using ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS,
- Keep current with Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting,
Medical Coder
Tenet Healthcare Corporation
01.2022 - 02.2023
- Acute Care Hospital Inpatient Coding, 14 + years of experience.
- MS-DRG Coding of principle diagnosis, secondary diagnosis, and procedures performed during hospital stay.
- Reviewed patient medical records for accuracy, completeness and compliance with coding regulations.
- Coded diagnoses and procedures from patient medical records using ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS
- Verified accuracy of procedure codes to ensure proper reimbursement levels.
- Submitting queries and collaborating with CDI to clarify incomplete or conflicting documentation in the medical record.
Medical Coder
Fairview Hospital
04.2007 - 12.2021
- Certified Coding Specialist
- Over 14 years of Inpatient coding experience
- ICD-10 Coding and Procedures
- AHIMA Membership since 2018
- Emergency Room Coding and Procedures
- Collaborates with CDI's and Physicians to obtain correct documentation to support diagnosis
- Creating queries that are effective and compliant
- Keep current with Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting
- Overall coding quality score of 95% or better
- Accurately enter procedure codes, and diagnosis codes to billing
- Knowledge of HIPPA Privacy and Security Regulations
- Understanding of medical terminology, physiology, and anatomy
Education
AHIMA
Associate of Applied Science - Health Information Technology
Rasmussen College
02.2007
Skills
- Optum Hospital Computer Assisted Coding Training Certification
- Epic Training Certification
- 3M Encoder
- Medical coding continuing education units
Education and Training
other,other
Timeline
Coder II - Inpatient
IKS Health
11.2023 - Current
Medical Coder
Tenet Healthcare Corporation
01.2022 - 02.2023
Medical Coder
Fairview Hospital
04.2007 - 12.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Health Information Technology
Rasmussen College
AHIMA
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