Grazyna Kidwell
Herriman,UT
Summary
Medical Coding Supervisor with 15+ years of leadership experience overseeing coding teams, quality assurance programs, and client coding operations in high-volume healthcare environments. Expert in ICD-10-CM, CPT, modifier application, and coding compliance, with a proven ability to improve coding accuracy, optimize productivity, and mentor coding professionals.
Recognized as a trusted subject matter expert for coding compliance, auditing, and coder education, supporting both internal leadership teams and external clients. Skilled in managing remote coding teams, developing training programs, and implementing quality improvement initiatives that support accurate reimbursement and regulatory compliance.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Coding Supervisor
Managed Resources
Long Beach, CA
10.2024 - 07.2025
- Provided leadership and operational oversight for coding staff supporting multiple healthcare clients and coding initiatives.
- Supervised coding staff to ensure high levels of coding accuracy, productivity, and compliance
- Served as Subject Matter Expert (SME) for coding inquiries from leadership, auditors, sales teams, and clients
- Performed quality assurance audits on internal coders to maintain and compliance with ICD-10 and CPT guidelines
- Developed coding education materials and training programs to support coder development and improve coding quality
- Developed and delivered coding education sessions to providers.
- Generated operational dashboards, productivity reports, and data analytics for leadership and client reporting
- Partnered with leadership to manage coding projects, deliverables, and client deadlines
- Built strong client relationships by providing coding guidance, operational updates, and performance insights
Medical Coding Project Manager
GeBBS
Culver City, CA
07.2006 - 09.2024
- GeBBS Healthcare Solutions | Culver City, CA July 2006 – September 2024
- Oversaw daily coding operations for various clients while enhancing coder performance, quality initiatives, and productivity management.
- Provided management and support to coding teams by tracking quality scores, productivity metrics, and turnaround times.
- Performed coding audits and quality assurance reviews to ensure adherence to ICD-10, CPT, and payer regulations.
- Directed training and onboarding initiatives for new coders, which included the creation of training programs and coding education resources.
- Acted as the principal liaison between coding teams and clients, offering operational updates and addressing coding inquiries.
- Analyzed coding volumes and forecasted trends to guarantee appropriate staffing and workload allocation.
- Organized client meetings, preparing agendas and documenting follow-up actions.
- Conducted coder performance evaluations and offered coaching to enhance quality and productivity.
- Coordinated workflow among coding teams to ensure prompt completion of coding tasks.
- Addressed coding inquiries and monitored response times.
- Developed and delivered coding education sessions to providers.
- Authorized staff schedules, approved PTO requests, and verified time sheets.
- Offered direct coding assistance during peak periods.
Education
GED -
Salt Lake Community College
Skills
- Proficient in team leadership
- Medical Coding
- ICD-10 coding
- CPT code proficiency
- Clinical terminology expertise
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- EMR Systems (EPIC, Allscripts, Office Ally, Athena, eCW, Practice Fusion)
Certification
- CPC - Certified Professional Coder
- CRC - Certified Risk Adjustment Coder
Timeline
Medical Coding Supervisor
Managed Resources
10.2024 - 07.2025
Medical Coding Project Manager
GeBBS
07.2006 - 09.2024
GED -
Salt Lake Community College