Eugene Simman
Summary
Certified Documentation Integrity Practitioner [CDIP] through the American Health Information Management Association [AHIMA] and Certified Documentation Improvement Expert - Inpatient [CDEI] through the American Academy of Professional Coders [AAPC]. Earned a Doctor of Medicine [M.D.] degree and gained clinical acumen through the management of diverse patient populations in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Possesses several years of experience teaching biological and health sciences at the collegiate level, including remote instruction designed to prepare students for certification examinations administered by American Academy of Professional Coders [AAPC] and American Health Information Management Association [AHIMA]. Offers expertise as a freelance medical writer, specializing in crafting board-caliber United States Medical Licensing Examination [USMLE]-style questions and explanatory content for Step 1, Step 2 Clinical Knowledge [CK], and Step 3 exam preparation.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Instructor of Biology
Washtenaw Community College
11.2022 - Current
- Teach core biological principles to diverse student populations, including system interdependence, structure-function relationships, energy use, and evolution.
- Instruct students in genetic, cellular, and physiological mechanisms of information transfer and the distinction between living and nonliving systems.
- Develop comprehensive course materials and implement varied assessment strategies through assignments, quizzes, and case studies that promote critical thinking.
- Facilitate discussions connecting biological concepts to real-world applications in health, ecology, and biotechnology, fostering student engagement and career readiness.
Visiting Professor of Anatomy and Physiology
Chamberlain University College of Nursing
10.2022 - Current
- Deliver engaging lectures on human body organization, structure, and function to nursing students, utilizing digital resources and multimedia to enhance learning outcomes.
- Design and administer comprehensive assessments and teach medical terminology and major body systems with an emphasis on homeostasis and clinical application.
- Lead case-based discussions on disease processes, disorders, and aging, preparing students for clinical practice through applied learning scenarios.
Online Clinical and Surgical Coding Instructor
Elite Info-Tech
09.2021 - Current
- Design and deliver comprehensive online educational programs preparing students for professional coding certification examinations through the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) and the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA).
- Develop and present instructional materials, including interactive e-learning modules, virtual lectures, webinars, and individualized coaching sessions focused on clinical documentation and coding accuracy.
- Provide in-depth instruction in International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Clinical Modification (ICD-10-CM), International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Procedure Coding System (ICD-10-PCS), Current Procedural Terminology (CPT), and Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS) coding systems, emphasizing compliant documentation and real-world application.
- Conduct case-based reviews to demonstrate accurate clinical documentation, coding methodologies, and documentation improvement strategies.
- Assess student performance through structured evaluations and provide targeted feedback to strengthen coding accuracy, regulatory compliance, and documentation clarity.
- Guide learners in issuing clarification queries and improving clinical information integrity within electronic health record systems.
- Educate students on key documentation and reporting metrics, including severity of illness, risk of mortality, and case-mix index.
- Implement instructional strategies designed to reduce claim denials, improve coding precision, and support appropriate reimbursement.
- Ensure instructional content aligns with current industry standards, regulatory requirements, and best practices in health information management and clinical documentation improvement.
Assistant Professor of Biology
South Louisiana Community College
08.2018 - 05.2022
- Taught Biology, Anatomy and Physiology I and II, Medical Terminology, and Human Nutrition to 150+ students annually across in-person, synchronous online, asynchronous online, and hybrid instructional-delivery modalities.
- Developed curricula, master syllabi, and course blueprints, integrating interactive digital tools to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Delivered comprehensive instruction on body organization, homeostasis, and clinical relevance, facilitating discussions on disease processes and nutrition-related conditions.
- Designed applied nutrition coursework aligned with current health standards and provided academic mentoring and career guidance to support student success.
COMQUEST
01.2017 - 12.2020
- Authored and edited clinically accurate, high-yield examination questions for United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE) [Steps 1, Clinical Knowledge (CK), and 3] and Comprehensive Osteopathic Medical Licensing Examination (COMLEX) board preparation, ensuring rigorous alignment with national medical licensing standards and current testing blueprints.
- Step 1: Developed comprehensive questions evaluating foundational knowledge across basic medical sciences—including anatomy, biochemistry, physiology, microbiology, pathology, and pharmacology—with emphasis on principles and mechanisms underlying health, disease, and therapeutic interventions.
- Step 2 CK (Clinical Knowledge): Created clinical vignette-based questions assessing diagnostic reasoning, clinical management, and disease recognition across core disciplines (internal medicine, surgery, pediatrics, obstetrics and gynecology, and psychiatry), reflecting real-world generalist practice scenarios.
- Step 3: Designed advanced multiple-choice questions and computerized case simulations evaluating clinical science knowledge and patient management competencies required for independent medical practice, with focus on ambulatory and outpatient care settings.
- Composed detailed, evidence-based explanations for all answer choices to reinforce clinical reasoning, clarify common misconceptions, and enhance learner comprehension and retention.
- Designed and integrated clear, pedagogically effective illustrations and diagrams to elucidate complex concepts in anatomy, pathology, and pharmacology, improving content accessibility and learner engagement.
- Collaborated with physician content experts, medical educators, and interdisciplinary review committees to maintain the highest standards of accuracy, clarity, and consistency across all educational materials, contributing to the development of premium board preparation resources.
Instructor of Biology
Mott Community College
01.2017 - 08.2018
- Taught General Biology and Anatomy and Physiology I and II, including lecture and laboratory components, ensuring alignment with program learning outcomes.
- Developed learning objectives, lesson plans, and varied assessments to accommodate diverse learning styles.
- Supervised laboratory sessions, evaluated student performance, and integrated virtual labs and simulations to enhance hands-on learning.
- Collaborated with faculty on curriculum updates to align course outcomes with current scientific standards and best practices.
Instructor of Biology
St. Clair County Community College
01.2016 - 08.2018
- Taught Introduction to Biology, General Biology, and Anatomy and Physiology I and II, managing laboratory sections and ensuring safety compliance.
- Developed supplemental materials and study resources to support student retention and academic success.
- Contributed to departmental initiatives focused on improving student outcomes and program effectiveness.
Resident Physician - Internal Medicine (Inpatient Setting)
Providence Hospital & Medical Center
07.2015 - 11.2016
- Managed comprehensive inpatient care from admission through discharge under attending physician supervision, coordinating diagnostic and therapeutic plans to ensure continuity of care.
- Performed focused and comprehensive histories and physical examinations; interpreted clinical data; and executed blood draws and bedside procedures for a wide range of internal medicine presentations.
- Participated in consultation services, delivering perioperative and specialty consults in collaboration with attending physicians and multidisciplinary teams.
- Provided first-line coverage during on-call shifts, including ward management and emergency department consults; triaged acute issues and reviewed new admissions with attendings post-call.
- Maintained accurate documentation and order entry in Electronic Health Records (EHRs), including medication reconciliation, results review, and timely patient charting.
- Supported safe, efficient, and evidence-based care aligned with internal medicine best practices.
Resident Physician - Internal Medicine (Outpatient Setting)
Providence Hospital & Medical Center
07.2015 - 11.2016
- Delivered comprehensive, patient-centered care across diverse populations, including pediatrics, adolescents, adults, pregnant women, and geriatrics.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments through detailed interviews and physical examinations to develop differential diagnoses and personalized management plans for both acute and chronic conditions.
- Performed office-based procedures, including skin biopsies, joint injections, Pap smears, and wound care.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests, provided preventive care (e.g., cancer screenings, immunizations), and managed complex cases requiring ongoing treatment and follow-up.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams, including attending physicians, nurses, pharmacists, and social workers, to ensure holistic and coordinated patient care.
- Educated patients and their families on diagnoses, treatment options, preventive strategies, and test results, while facilitating appropriate follow-up care.
- Actively engaged in didactic sessions, case conferences, and quality improvement initiatives to refine clinical knowledge and enhance patient outcomes.
- Maintained meticulous and up-to-date Electronic Health Records (EHRs), including medication lists and care plans, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Managed administrative duties, including prescription refills, prior authorizations, and patient communications via electronic messaging, ensuring efficient patient care delivery.
Education
Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) -
American University of Integrative Sciences School of Medicine
Cole Bay, Sint Maarten08.2011
Bachelor of Arts - Dual Major in Pre-Medicine & Political Science
Wayne State University
Detroit, MI05.2004
Skills
- Clinical Decision-Making & Pathophysiologic Integration: Applies foundational medical and pathophysiologic knowledge to interpret patient data and develop evidence-based management plans
- Clinical Problem-Solving & Diagnostic Reasoning: Integrates basic science principles with organ system function, disease mechanisms, and therapeutic approaches to solve complex clinical problems
- Differential Diagnosis & Pathophysiologic Insights: Utilizes diagnostic reasoning to correlate clinical signs with underlying disease processes, constructing comprehensive differential diagnoses
- Clinical Manifestations & Disease Mechanisms: Leverages pathophysiologic insights to enhance clinical decision-making by connecting observed manifestations with disease mechanisms
- Accurate Clinical Documentation to ensure clarity, completeness, and accuracy, promoting correct DRG coding and appropriate reimbursement outcomes
- Claim Denial Prevention: Mitigated potential claim denials by ensuring that documentation substantiates billed services and aligns with payer and regulatory requirements
- Coding Accuracy: Strengthened coding integrity through detailed documentation of diagnoses, procedures, and resource utilization, ensuring full compliance with industry standards
- Clinical Record Integrity: Advanced the integrity of clinical records, fostering transparency, trust, and adherence to industry guidelines and regulatory requirements
- Compliant Query Generation for Clarity: Employs adept analytical skills to pinpoint documentation deficiencies and astutely crafts and utilizes compliant queries for clarification of ambiguities in provider documentation, thereby ensuring accurate reporting of Severity of Illness (SOI), Risk of Mortality (ROM), and quality assurance metrics, thereby directly impacting clinical outcomes, readmission rates, and patient safety
- Official Guidelines Application: Proficient in interpreting and applying the Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting across International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Clinical Modification [ICD-10-CM], International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Procedure Coding System [ICD-10-PCS], Current Procedural Terminology [CPT], and Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System [HCPCS]
- Accurate Coding & Sequencing: Precise assignment and sequencing of diagnosis and procedure codes in alignment with regulatory requirements and clinical context
- Performance Metrics & KPIs [Key Performance Indicators]: Identifies and applies Key Performance Indicators [KPIs] to measure Clinical Documentation Improvement [CDI] effectiveness and query success
- Audit and Compliance Monitoring: Participates in quality audits to ensure compliance with internal policies and national standards
- Data Analysis & Query Trends: Tracks, trends, and interprets data related to provider and Clinical Documentation Improvement [CDI] query practices using clinical case scenarios
- Benchmarking Expertise: Conducts internal/external benchmarking to identify performance gaps and guide improvement strategies
- Process Improvement & Education: Utilizes Clinical Documentation Improvement [CDI] data to design targeted education initiatives and process enhancements for providers and Clinical Documentation Improvement [CDI] professionals
- Ethical Standards & Best Practices: Applies American Health Information Management Association [AHIMA] and industry Clinical Documentation Improvement [CDI] standards to promote ethical practices and reduce compliance risk
- Technology Compliance Risk: Identifies legal/ethical risks associated with Clinical Documentation Improvement [CDI]-related technologies and promotes safe use
- Clinical Validation & Query Management: Ensures queries are: Compliant and non-leading, Timely and appropriately retained, Aligned with Clinical Documentation Improvement [CDI] and coding guidelines
- MS-DRG [Medicare Severity-Diagnosis Related Group] Assignment: Identifies documentation elements critical for assigning Medicare Severity-Diagnosis Related Groups [MS-DRGs]
- Interdepartmental Communication: Facilitates collaboration with Coding/Health Information Management [HIM] departments to resolve Medicare Severity-Diagnosis Related Group [MS-DRG] discrepancies and integrate reimbursement updates
- Impact of Documentation Gaps: Articulates effects on: Patient care and safety, Quality improvement and program evaluation, Coding accuracy, compliance, and reimbursement
- High-Quality Documentation Standards: Supports timely, complete, and compliant documentation to enhance continuity of care, legal integrity, and data reuse
Affiliations
- American Medical Writers Association (AMWA) - Active Member
- Academia.edu - Professional Network Member
Certification
- Certified Documentation Integrity Practitioner (CDIP) American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) | December 2025
- Top Domain Performance: Documentation Integrity Metrics and Statistics – 100%, Education and Leadership Development – 88%, Record Review and Document Clarification – 78%
- Certified Documentation Improvement Expert - Inpatient (CDI-E) American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) | September 202
- High Scores by Domain: Documentation Requirements – 93%, Provider Communication and Compliance – 80%, Reimbursement Methodologies – 80%
Timeline
Instructor of Biology
Washtenaw Community College
11.2022 - Current
Visiting Professor of Anatomy and Physiology
Chamberlain University College of Nursing
10.2022 - Current
Online Clinical and Surgical Coding Instructor
Elite Info-Tech
09.2021 - Current
Assistant Professor of Biology
South Louisiana Community College
08.2018 - 05.2022
COMQUEST
01.2017 - 12.2020
Instructor of Biology
Mott Community College
01.2017 - 08.2018
Instructor of Biology
St. Clair County Community College
01.2016 - 08.2018
Resident Physician - Internal Medicine (Inpatient Setting)
Providence Hospital & Medical Center
07.2015 - 11.2016
Resident Physician - Internal Medicine (Outpatient Setting)
Providence Hospital & Medical Center
07.2015 - 11.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Dual Major in Pre-Medicine & Political Science
Wayne State University
Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) -
American University of Integrative Sciences School of Medicine