Cynthia Worden

Certified Professional Coder

Vandalia Health D

03.2015 - 06.2025

Maintained current knowledge of coding regulations by attending seminars, conferences, workshops, or webinars.
Provided coding advice to physicians and other healthcare professionals regarding coding guidelines, rules, and regulations.
Reviewed medical records to identify appropriate codes for services rendered, ensuring accuracy and completeness of documentation.
Participated in training sessions for new coders or those needing additional instruction on proper use of CPT, HCPCS, ICD-10 CM codes.
Developed educational materials on various aspects of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, disease process, treatment modalities for coders and clinicians.
Advised providers on proper documentation requirements necessary to support assigned diagnosis codes in accordance with Medicare guidelines.
Resolved discrepancies between coded information and medical record documentation.
Maintained confidentiality of all medical records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
Reviewed clinical data from medical records to assign ICD, CPT, and HCPCS codes.
Maintained updated knowledge of coding requirements, which included continuing education and certification renewal.
Added modifiers as appropriate, coded narrative diagnoses and verified diagnoses.
Read through patient health data, histories, physician diagnoses and treatments to gain understanding for coding purposes.
Assigned additional diagnosis codes based on specific clinical findings (laboratory, radiology and, pathology reports as well as clinical studies) in support of existing diagnoses.
Maintained current working knowledge of CPT and ICD-10 coding principles, government regulation, protocols and third-party billing requirements.
Managed coding for multiple specialties, ensuring specific codes are accurately applied.
Verified proper coding, sequencing of diagnoses, and accuracy of procedures.
Reviewed patient records and assigned accurate codes for diagnoses and procedures.
Educated healthcare staff on coding standards and changes in coding guidelines.
Participated in coding team meetings to discuss challenges and best practices.
Utilized coding software and tools efficiently to expedite the coding process.
Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.