Denise Blackburn
Freeport,PA
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Inpatient Medical Coder
UPMC Corporate Services
Pittsburgh, PA
10.2013 - Current
- Review documentation to correctly determine and sequence codes for accurate reimbursement
- Utilize coding software and tools efficiently to expedite the coding process.
- Participate in coding team meetings to discuss challenges and best practices.
- Consistently maintain superior coding accuracy
Health Information Management Techn
UPMC Presbyterian
Pittsburgh, PA
06.2008 - 10.2013
- Assisted physicians in understanding the requirements for proper documentation within the EHR system.
- Assisted the Shift Coordinator as needed by prioritizing and distributing work assignments for staff members
- Reviewed medical records for accuracy and completeness, ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations.
- Prepared release forms for transferring confidential medical records between providers.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - History
Edinboro University of Pennsylvania
Edinboro, PA05-1998
Skills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Ability to work independently
- Navigate multiple software applications including Microsoft
- Critical Thinking
- Effective Organization
- Prioritization and Execution
- Interpersonal Communication
- Meticulous attention to detail
- Data accuracy
- Maintains confidentiality
- Remote Work
Timeline
Inpatient Medical Coder
UPMC Corporate Services
10.2013 - Current
Health Information Management Techn
UPMC Presbyterian
06.2008 - 10.2013
Bachelor of Arts - History
Edinboro University of Pennsylvania
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