Dynamic and detail-oriented Remote Inpatient Coder with extensive experience at Rocky Mountain Regional VA Medical Center. Proficient in ICD-10 coding and regulatory compliance, I excel in data analysis and time management, ensuring accurate coding and adherence to guidelines. Committed to enhancing healthcare documentation quality and efficiency.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
2
2
Certification
Work History
Remote Inpatient Coder
Rocky Mountain Regional VA Medical Center
05.2022 - Current
Account for coding and abstracting of the patient encounter
Research and analyze data needs for reimbursement
Make sure that codes are sequenced according to government and insurance regulations
Review and verify documentation for diagnoses procedures and treatment results
Identify diagnostic and procedural information
Experienced in ICD-10-CM, Understanding of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology
Proficient with computer applications
Ability to multitask, prioritize, manage time efficiently
The coder will ensure compliance with established ICD-9/10 CM, DRGs coding guidelines, third party reimbursement policies, regulations and accreditation guidelines
HIM Doc Specialist I, and ER Coder
Texas Children Hospital
Houston, USA
01.2001 - 05.2023
Prep and scan documents for incorporation within the electronic health record
Indexes scanned images with electronic health record while adhering to quality guidelines and performance standards
Perform chart editing and repair, as needed within the electronic health record
Perform daily quality audits for scanning and indexing of hard copy medical records and assist with departmental communication when needed
Functions in any of the scan processing roles effectively and willingly as needed to ensure meeting target turnaround times and quality measures
Maintain strict confidentiality of all medical records
Pick up charts and reports and deliver to HIM department daily
Experienced in ICD-10-CM, CPT and E/M coding
Understanding of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology
Proficient with computer applications
Ability to multitask, prioritize, manage time efficiently
The coder will ensure compliance with established ICD-9/10 CM, DRGs coding guidelines, third party reimbursement policies, regulations and accreditation guidelines
Release of information to person in agencies according to regulations using varied methods for delivery
Teacher assistant
Academy Chapter School
08.1998 - 12.2000
Responsible for helping the teacher out with monitoring the class and grading papers
Primary Care, Registered Nurse Care Manager at VA Rocky Mountain Regional Medical CenterPrimary Care, Registered Nurse Care Manager at VA Rocky Mountain Regional Medical Center