Fay Lanter
Collinsville,IL
Summary
Adept at enhancing coding accuracy and reducing claim denials, my tenure at HSHS Hospital honed my expertise in ICD-10-CM coding and attention to detail. Skilled in HIPAA compliance and electronic health record integrity, I proactively addressed billing discrepancies, achieving significant documentation improvements. My adaptability and dedication to continuous learning stand out, ensuring up-to-date coding practices.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Inpatient Coder Level III
HSHS Hospital
05.2021 - 03.2023
- Collaborated closely with clinical documentation specialists to identify opportunities for improved documentation that would lead to more accurate coding outcomes.
- Ensured data integrity within electronic health record systems by routinely monitoring input quality and promptly addressing any discrepancies discovered during audits.
- Reduced claim denials by proactively resolving billing discrepancies prior to submission, working closely with billing teams when necessary.
Inpatient Coder Level III
BJC Hospital
11.2015 - 05.2021
- Ensured data integrity within electronic health record systems by routinely monitoring input quality and promptly addressing any discrepancies discovered during audits.
- Acted as a subject matter expert on inpatient coding by consulting with other departments within the organization on code assignments and documentation requirements.
- Reduced claim denials by proactively resolving billing discrepancies prior to submission, working closely with billing teams when necessary.
Medical Coding and Billing Specialist
Coding Enterprises
09.2013 - 11.2015
- Developed a comprehensive understanding of ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS codes to ensure proper use in medical coding assignments.
- Provided exceptional customer service to patients, addressing their concerns regarding insurance claims or billing issues with empathy and professionalism.
- Processed insurance company denials by auditing patient files, researching procedures, and diagnostic codes to determine proper reimbursement.
- Maintained patient confidentiality by adhering to strict HIPAA regulations during all aspects of the coding and billing processes.
- Attained up-to-date knowledge of coding requirements through continuing education courses and certification renewal.
- Reduced errors in medical billings, effectively addressing discrepancies and rectifying issues promptly.
Education
None - Medical Coding And Billing Class
Southwestern Illinois College
Granite City, IL01-2010
Certified Medical Assistant - Medical Assistant
Woodridge Business Institute
Highland, IL05-1993
Skills
- ICD-10-cM coding
- Medical record review
- HIPAA compliance
- Claim submission
- Procedural coding
- Diagnostic coding
- Clinical documentation improvement
- Continuing education
- Inpatient coding guidelines
- Clinical documentation
- Medical claims coding
- Document management
- Inpatient records coding
- Reliability
- Attention to detail
- ICD-10 coding
- Electronic health records
- HCPCS level II coding
- Training and mentoring
- Adaptability and flexibility
Certification
CPC, AAPC Certification, 9/2009
Timeline
Inpatient Coder Level III
HSHS Hospital
05.2021 - 03.2023
Inpatient Coder Level III
BJC Hospital
11.2015 - 05.2021
Medical Coding and Billing Specialist
Coding Enterprises
09.2013 - 11.2015
None - Medical Coding And Billing Class
Southwestern Illinois College
Certified Medical Assistant - Medical Assistant
Woodridge Business Institute
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