Jennifer Dempsey
WESTFIELD,MA
Summary
Certified Medical Coding Specialist with comprehensive background in fast-paced medical environments. Proven ability to accurately and efficiently assign ICD-10 and CPT codes based on medical record documentation. Strong knowledge of anatomy, physiology, disease processes, and medical terminology. Successful track record in improving coding accuracy through effective process improvements.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Coding Specialist
Baystate Health
Springfield, MA
12.2014 - 02.2026
- Reviewed medical records for accurate code assignment and compliance.
- Verified accuracy of patient data in order to assign correct ICD-10 codes.
- Reviewed patient records to ensure accuracy of documentation and assigned appropriate codes for diagnosis, treatment, and procedures.
- Achieved high accuracy rate in daily production of completed reviews, ensuring compliance with coding standards.
- Utilized coding software to maintain up-to-date coding systems and standards.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of medical terminology and coding changes.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to enhance clarity in documentation and coding guidelines, improving code assignment accuracy.
- Collaborated with medical staff to clarify diagnoses or treatments.
- Liaised with billing department to resolve discrepancies in coded claims, facilitating timely reimbursements.
- Researched and resolved coding issues identified by auditors.
- Researched updates in coding regulations and integrated changes into practice.
- Assisted in the development of training materials for new coding specialists.
- Provided training and guidance to new members of the medical coding team.
- Oversaw coding processes across various medical specialties to ensure precise code application., ensuring specific codes are accurately applied.
- Maintained strict confidentiality with adherence to HIPAA guidelines and regulations.
- Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
- Processed incoming information from physicians' offices such as lab results or diagnostic imaging studies.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Medical Coding
Asnuntuck Community College
Enfield, CTSkills
- Code assignment
- ICD-10 coding
- CPT coding
- Compliance auditing
- Coding software
- Medical terminology
- Quality assurance
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Outpatient coding experience
- Medical coding certification
- Medical terminology expertise
- Inpatient Rehabilitation coding expertise
- Emergency Department coding expertise
- Surgical coding
- Ancillary coding
Certification
- Certified Professional Coder - AAPC
Timeline
Medical Coding Specialist
Baystate Health
12.2014 - 02.2026
Some College (No Degree) - Medical Coding
Asnuntuck Community College