Jason Prichard
White Lake
Summary
Dynamic ER Coder with extensive expertise at Michigan Medicine, specializing in ICD-10 and CPT coding practices.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
ER Coder
Michigan Medicine
Ann Arbor
08.2012 - Current
- Coding E&M using ICD-10 diagnosis codes and CPT procedure codes performed at bedside.
- Responsible for coding all HCPCS Level 1 & 2 Codes.
- Also utilizing EC3-Coding for Critical Care Department located within the Emergency Department for all complex cases seen in an ICU setting.
- Communicating with the providers, management, and billing department regarding professional and facility billing for the purpose of timely problem solving and quality improvement.
- Maintaining and updating coding tools and guidelines.
- Providing on-site liaison support to clinical and billing areas regarding coding and charge processes.
- Reviewing and resolving rejections in collaboration with billing specialists.
E & M Inpatient Coder
Henry Ford Hospital
Detroit
07.2010 - 08.2012
- Professional Fee Audit department- Same as below, hired in direct 7/2010.
- Used ICD-9/10 and CPT codes.
- Worked with the I.T. department to implement a new data base for patient admit/discharge.
- Consistently scored at 99% accuracy on monthly coding audits.
Staff Coder
Stafforce, L.L.C.
Plymouth
03.2009 - 07.2010
- Stationed at Henry Ford Hospital in the Professional Fee Audit department-coding for E & M IPD charges.
- Communicated with the providers, management, and billing department regarding professional and facility billing for the purpose of timely problem solving and quality improvement.
- Maintained and updated coding tools and guidelines.
- Provided on-site liaison support to clinical and billing areas regarding coding and charge processes.
- Reviewed and resolved rejections in collaboration with billing specialists.
- Observation coding, consisting of facility charges, procedures, drug administration including the professional charge.
ER Coder
University of Michigan
02.2008 - 02.2009
- Coded for ER visits utilizing E & M, diagnoses and CPT codes.
- (Intern)
Sales Associate
American Heritage Woods
Farmington Hills
09.2003 - 10.2008
- Supplied the residential and commercial building industry with trim, staircase, fireplace mantels and door packages.
- Brought in new business as well as maintained current customer base.
- Took on-site measurements to provide customer with an accurate quotation.
- Provided quotes off customer provided blueprints.
- Ordered and coordinated material needed for the job and communicated with warehouse personnel on any pending issues.
- Supervised warehouse staff in day-to-day operations.
- Scheduled orders and installations.
Project Coordinator
Marposs Corporation
Auburn Hills
07.1997 - 10.2002
- Provided job plans and estimates for precision gauges for a major Tier 1 supplier that measured industrial components.
- Quoted jobs for various clients.
- Acted as liaison between client and production staff.
- Provided specifications to Final Check Engineers.
- I was also the purchasing agent for the jobs that were assigned to me.
- Final Check Engineer-Built and calibrated jobs according to customer specifications.
- Examined, validate and corrected deficiencies.
- Repair Technician-Repaired small gauges per specifications maintaining customer deadlines.
Carpenter/Delivery Supervisor
American Heritage Woods
Bloomfield Hills
02.1995 - 07.1997
- Expedited job orders for wood and other materials.
- Delivered material and assisted in installations.
- Supervised 10 employees in day-to-day operations.
Education
CPC CERTIFICATION -
University of Phoenix
Beverly Hills, Michigan12.2007
Skills
- Epic systems proficiency
- Microsoft Office suite
- CPC (ICD-10 certified)
- 3M CAC expertise
References
- Margaret Predhomme, 734-223-9794, Professional
- Michelle Stangarone, 720-525-6700, Professional
- Lynn Nutting, 734-716-0767, Professional
Timeline
ER Coder
Michigan Medicine
08.2012 - Current
E & M Inpatient Coder
Henry Ford Hospital
07.2010 - 08.2012
Staff Coder
Stafforce, L.L.C.
03.2009 - 07.2010
ER Coder
University of Michigan
02.2008 - 02.2009
Sales Associate
American Heritage Woods
09.2003 - 10.2008
Project Coordinator
Marposs Corporation
07.1997 - 10.2002
Carpenter/Delivery Supervisor
American Heritage Woods
02.1995 - 07.1997
CPC CERTIFICATION -
University of Phoenix