Gretchen Ortuno
25536 Serpens Court , Menifee,CA
Summary
A detailed oriented and quality focused Senior Coder with a proven track record at Southwest Healthcare System / UHS, showcasing a 95% accuracy rate in coding across various medical records. Skilled in ICD-10, PCS, and proficient with Cerner and 3M CAC, complemented by excellent communication skills with a team centered
approach. Demonstrated continuous skill enhancement through professional development in IP and OP Medical Coding.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Coder 3
Southwest Healthcare System / UHS
06.1997 - 06.2024
- Code and Abstract diagnosis and procedures from Inpatient and Outpatient ASC,OBS,ER and Ancillary medical records according to official rules from AMA CPT/HCPCS, AHA ICD-10/PCS, Center of Medicare/ Medicaid Services and coding conventions/ guidelines.
- Maintained a high level of productivity and accuracy 95% while consistently meeting deadlines for claim submissions.
- Continuously improved personal skills and knowledge through participation in professional development courses and conferences relevant to the field of IP and OP Medical Coding
- Identify incomplete documentation in medical record and formulate a physician query to obtain missing documentation and/or clarification to accurately complete the coding process.
- Proficient in Cerner, 3M CAC, Siemens Invision and Nuance CDE the coding portion to comminate with CDI
Coding Internship
Loma Linda Medical Center
03.2000 - 09.2000
- 300 hour paid internship and training on OUTPT and INPT services.
Medical Records and Health Information Technician
Parkview Community Hospital
01.1991 - 06.1997
Medical Records and Health Information Technician
Corona Regional Medical Center
02.1986 - 01.1991
Education
Certificate Coding Specialist Program -
Loma Linda University
Loma Linda, CA03-2000
Skills
- In- depth knowledge of the methods, techniques and guidelines of ICD-10 and PCS
- Comprehensive knowledge of the use of CPT, HCPCS, and Modifiers in an acute care setting
- Knowledge of OSHPD requirements as it pertains to abstracting data during the coding process
- Skilled in reading and interpreting medical terminology and procedures
- Attention to details and excellent communication skills
- Extensive experience in Inpatient acute care coding and Outpatient coding of ER, Ancillary services, WCC ASC,OBS, and Maternity OBS
- Proficient in 3M, CAC, Cerner, and Nuance CDE coding process to comminate with CDI
Certification
Certified Coding Specialist No. C028737
Timeline
Coding Internship
Loma Linda Medical Center
03.2000 - 09.2000
Senior Coder 3
Southwest Healthcare System / UHS
06.1997 - 06.2024
Medical Records and Health Information Technician
Parkview Community Hospital
01.1991 - 06.1997
Medical Records and Health Information Technician
Corona Regional Medical Center
02.1986 - 01.1991
Certificate Coding Specialist Program -
Loma Linda University
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