Medical Coder Auditor with 8 years of experience ensuring billing accuracy and compliance in auto injury claims and healthcare settings. Proficient in CPT, HCPCS, ICD-10, and EHR systems. At Progressive, I processed 100+ claims daily, led audits that identified billing errors and reduced financial risk, and trained new coders on accuracy standards. Skilled in using data analysis tools to quickly catch discrepancies and collaborating across departments to resolve complex development issues.
Work History
Plan Advisor
1 Year 2 Months
UnitedHealthcare | 08.2025 - Current
Assisted individuals in evaluating health plan choices, focusing on optimal selections tailored to unique health needs.
Provided detailed responses to inquiries regarding coverage costs and benefits, ensuring clarity and comprehension.
Investigated and resolved billing and claims discrepancies, fostering clear communication and member satisfaction.
Investigated and rectified billing discrepancies and claims challenges for members, facilitating efficient resolution processes.
Engaged collaboratively with team to drive goal achievement and maintain high standards of customer service.
Achieved high customer satisfaction by efficiently managing about 30 daily inquiries through calls, emails, and faxes. Enhanced communication efficiency by addressing approximately 30 customer interactions daily through various channels. Optimized customer engagement by processing around 30 inquiries each day through effective management of calls, emails, and faxes.
Analyzed data trends to identify improvement opportunities in care delivery processes.
Medical Coder Auditor
7 Years 11 Months
Progressive Insurance | 04.2016 - 03.2024
Analyzed coding practices to uncover billing errors, resulting in improved claim approval rates and financial recovery.
Evaluated medical records for motor vehicle accident claims, verifying coding accuracy and establishing medical necessity to facilitate timely payment submissions.
Conducted thorough validation of code assignments and claims to guarantee adherence to payment processing standards.
Performed detailed audits to uncover coding discrepancies, safeguarding reimbursement accuracy.
Analyzed coding variances through provider consultations, guaranteeing compliance with national correct coding initiative (NCCI) regulations.
Supported coding team with complex claim resolution involving multi-procedure audits and modifier application
Audited 100+ claims daily while maintaining 99% accuracy rate
Analyzed audit data to identify coding trends, flagged high-risk claims, and collaborated with providers to resolve complex billing discrepancies
Reviewed medical records, police reports, witness statements, and other information to assess damages
Attended continuing education classes to keep up with changing laws and rules
Managed multiple tasks and met strict deadlines
Made inbound and outbound calls to providers and insured people
Worked with other departments such as Underwriting and Risk Management
Used Microsoft Office and industry software programs
Led coding audits that identified billing errors, recovering thousands in overpayments and significantly reducing claim denials
Used knowledge of current Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) codes, HCPCS, Modifiers, and ICD-10 codes
Analyzed audit data to identify coding trends and flagged high-risk claims, collaborating with providers to resolve complex billing discrepancies
Customer Service Billing Agent
2 Years
Walgreens Customer Care Center | 12.2011 - 12.2013
Resolved pharmacy billing discrepancies by verifying insurance coverage and correcting claim submission errors, ensuring accurate billing for patients.
Resolved pharmacy billing differences by verifying insurance coverage and correcting claim submission errors
Assisted customers with billing inquiries and promptly addressed their concerns, contributing to high satisfaction ratings.
Verified accuracy of accounts payable payments, resulting in 100% reduction in payment errors and check reissues.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Mangement
Daytona State College | Daytona Beach, FL | 08-2027
Healthcare Compliance, HIPAA Privacy & Security, Risk Management, Medical Law & Ethics
Associate's Degree - Healthcare Administration
Anthem Career College | Orlando, FL | 01-2014
Graduated with Honors
GPA: 3.8/4.0
Skills
ICD-10
CPT
HCPCS
Modifiers
National Correct Coding Initiative (NCCI)
Code assignment review
Claim denial analysis
Medical necessity validation
Accuracy rate monitoring
Claims audit reporting
Certification
Certifications in Progress: Certified Risk Coder (CRC) exam scheduled January 2027
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