Christy Torres
Mechanicsburg,PA
Summary
Results-driven ICD-10 Coder with expertise in inpatient records coding and Epic systems. Committed to maintaining high coding standards and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
Overview
49
49
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
!CD10-Coder
UPMC Pinnacle
Harrisburg, PA
08.1977 - Current
- Developed and maintained coding standards for efficient healthcare documentation.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care through effective coding practices.
- Analyzed complex medical records to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Reviewed code submissions for accuracy, ensuring adherence to industry standards.
- 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.
- Reviewed patient charts to better understand health histories, diagnoses, and treatments.
- Correctly coded and billed medical claims for various hospital and nursing facilities.
- Delivered consistent results under pressure by prioritizing tasks effectively during periods of high workload or tight deadlines.
Education
High School Diploma -
East Pennsboro High School
Enola, PASkills
- Inpatient records coding
- Continuing education
- ICD-10 coding
- Epic systems
- Certified professional coder (CPC)
- Certified coding associate (CCA)
Certification
- CDIP- Clinical Documentation Improvement Pratitioner
- CCS - Certified Coding Specialist
Timeline
!CD10-Coder
UPMC Pinnacle
08.1977 - Current
High School Diploma -
East Pennsboro High School