Courtney Barnard
Medina,TN
Summary
Dedicated and detail-oriented coding supervisor with over 10 years of experience in professional and acute hospital outpatient coding. Proven ability to perform second-level reviews, provide education and guidance to coders, and ensure compliance with Official Coding Guidelines. Strong analytical skills with expertise in resolving coding-related issues and denials. Certified in Health Information Management with a commitment to maintaining coding credentials and continuous professional development. Adept at leading teams to achieve high standards in coding accuracy and compliance. Depth of experience in coding supervision coupled with a results-driven approach ensures operational excellence. Highly collaborative and adaptable, with core skills in leadership and process optimization.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Coding Supervisor
Lake Regional Health System
03.2021 - Current
- Conduct second-level reviews on outpatient accounts, ensuring accuracy in coding for pre-bill and post-bill submissions, including accounts under department resolution and those flagged by NThrive
- Perform post-discharge reviews of inpatient to outpatient (IP to OP) flipped accounts, applying correct CPT codes and modifiers to enhance billing accuracy
- Provide education and training to facility and vendor coders based on findings from second-level reviews, fostering a culture of continuous improvement in coding practices
- Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for coding inquiries, offering guidance and support to team members and stakeholders as needed
- Assist with coding outpatient accounts during peak periods to ensure timely processing and compliance with coding standards
- Coordinated coding projects to ensure timely delivery.
- Improved accuracy by reviewing coding submissions.
- Ensured adherence to organizational policies regarding patient privacy and confidentiality while handling sensitive medical information during the coding process.
- Enhanced coding accuracy by implementing regular training sessions and performance evaluations for coding staff.
Coding Supervisor
Corrohealth
09.2015 - 03.2021
- Accurately coded outpatient accounts, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies
- Reviewed and resolved coding denials, collaborating with patient accounting to address discrepancies and improve revenue cycle efficiency
- Analyzed coding-related reports to identify trends and areas for improvement, implementing corrective actions as necessary
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of coding guidelines and best practices through continuous education and professional development
- Improved team accuracy by providing detailed coding reviews and constructive feedback.
- Delivered error-free outcomes by developing standardized coding practices.
- Strengthened compliance, ensuring all coding adhered to industry regulations and guidelines.
- Supported coding team performance by monitoring progress and addressing challenges.
- Boosted team morale, fostering collaboration through clear communication and mentorship.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Health Information Technology
Dyersburg State Community College
Dyersburg, TN05.2012
Skills
- MS Office Suite
- EPIC
- Cerner
- Athena
- 3M
- NThrive
- CodeCorrect
- Analytical skills
- Problem-solving skills
- Performance optimization
- Project management
- Team leadership
- Workflow optimization
- Code review
- Decision making
Certification
- RHIT
- CCS
- CPMA
- CPC
Timeline
Coding Supervisor
Lake Regional Health System
03.2021 - Current
Coding Supervisor
Corrohealth
09.2015 - 03.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Health Information Technology
Dyersburg State Community College
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