Denise Sturgill, CCC
Jacksonville
Summary
Dynamic Surgical/Invasive Cardiology Coder with extensive experience at Baptist Medical Center Jacksonville. Expert in Electrophysiology and Interventional Cardiology coding, I enhanced team performance through effective training and audits. Adept at resolving discrepancies, I consistently ensured compliance and accuracy, delivering results under pressure while fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Surgical/Invasive Cardiology Coder
Baptist Medical Center Jacksonville
05.2012 - Current
- Analyzed complex medical codes to ensure accurate billing and compliance with industry regulations.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to resolve coding discrepancies and improve documentation practices.
- Trained junior coders on coding guidelines and updates to enhance team performance and accuracy.
- Reviewed patient records for completeness, ensuring all diagnoses were coded accurately for reimbursement purposes.
- Conducted audits of coding practices to identify areas for improvement and maintain high standards of accuracy.
- Developed training materials for staff on updated coding procedures and regulatory changes in the healthcare field.
- Maintained high coding standards by adhering to industry best practices and staying current with emerging technologies.
- Resourcefully used various coding books, procedure manuals, and on-line encoders.
- Applied official coding conventions and rules from American Medical Association and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services to assign diagnostic codes.
- Facilitated knowledge sharing within the team by conducting regular code reviews, training sessions, and workshops on relevant topics.
- Delivered consistent results under pressure by prioritizing tasks effectively during periods of high workload or tight deadlines.
Education
Associate of Arts - General Education
Southwestern Community College
San Diego, CA06-1985
High School Diploma -
Herbert Hoover High School
San Diego, CA06-1982
Skills
- Proficient with all aspects of Electrophysiology coding
- Proficient with all aspects of Interventional Cardiology coding
- Proficient with all aspects of Structural Heart coding
- Proficient with all aspects of Cardiology Diagnostics coding
Certification
- CCC certified cardiology coder
Timeline
Surgical/Invasive Cardiology Coder
Baptist Medical Center Jacksonville
05.2012 - Current
Associate of Arts - General Education
Southwestern Community College
High School Diploma -
Herbert Hoover High School