Increased coding accuracy by reviewing medical documentation and applying appropriate codes.
Used various coding books, procedure manuals, and on-line encoders.
Reviewed patient charts to better understand health histories, diagnoses, and treatments.
Applied official coding conventions and rules from American Medical Association and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services to assign diagnostic codes.
Reviewed, analyzed, and managed coding of diagnostic and treatment procedures contained in outpatient medical records.
Reviewed outpatient records and interpreted documentation to identify diagnoses and procedures.
Correctly coded and billed medical claims for various hospital and nursing facilities.
Ensured compliance with industry regulations and guidelines by staying up-to-date on the latest coding changes.
Contract Medical Coder
K Force
Tampa, FL
2007 - 03.2009
Coded records for third-party facilities in Texas.
Applied official coding conventions and rules from American Medical Association and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services to assign diagnostic codes.
Medical Coder
Legacy Health Systems, Portland, O
Portland, OR
11.1987 - 07.2007
Maintained a high level of productivity while consistently meeting deadlines for claim submissions.
Enhanced team efficiency with regular training sessions on new coding updates and best practices.
Collaborated with physicians to obtain necessary documentation, improving claim approval rates.
Promoted teamwork within the department through effective communication and collaboration on complex cases.
Delivery Driver
Felida Company, Vancouver, WA
Vancouver, WA
09.1981 - 10.1985
Delivered alfalfa and bean sprouts to grocery distributors. Learned growing methods.
Operated vehicle safely in highly congested areas with no traffic violations.
Completed rush deliveries on tight timetables to satisfy customer needs.
Laborer
Many
WA, ID
11.1975 - 08.1981
Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
Expanded skill set through continuous learning of new techniques, tools, and equipment related to laborer tasks.
Improved worksite efficiency by maintaining clean and organized work areas.
Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - History
University of Idaho
Moscow, ID
05.1974
Skills
ICD-9, ICD-10, and CPT coding Also filing, release if information, chart analysis