Katie Coniglio
Jacksonville,FL
Summary
Katie is a focused and analytical individual, with vast experience in outpatient coding and billing, and who displays expertise in ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS coding, as well as EMR systems. She is a kind and dedicated employee with a solid work ethic and commitment to minimizing errors while completing tasks quickly, ensuring efficient and precise coding. Her meticulous clinical documentation review and effective collaboration with healthcare providers enhances claim approval rates.
Overview
1
1
Certification
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Charge Auditor
Cancer Specialists of North Florida
07.2021 - Current
- Analyzed complex medical records, improving coding precision and reducing claim denials.
- Increased coding accuracy by diligently reviewing medical documentation and applying appropriate codes.
- Minimized errors by providing ongoing feedback to clinical staff regarding proper documentation practices.
- Conducted audits of coded data, ensuring adherence to ICD-10 and CPT guidelines for accuracy.
- Utilized advanced coding software tools to enhance data management and reporting efficiency.
- Resourcefully used various coding books, procedure manuals, and on-line encoders.
- Maintained a high level of productivity while consistently meeting deadlines for claim submissions.
- Collaborated with physicians to obtain necessary documentation, improving claim approval rates.
Referral Coordinator
Baptist Primary Care
12.2016 - 05.2018
- Coordinated patient referrals to specialists, ensuring timely access to care.
- Managed scheduling and follow-ups for patient appointments, enhancing workflow efficiency.
- Processed referral requests from patients, doctors and other health care professionals.
- Called insurance companies to get precertification and other benefits information on behalf of patients.
- Trained new staff on referral protocols and system usage, fostering team competence and confidence.
Authorization Specialist
Cancer Specialists of North Florida
04.2013 - 10.2016
- Processed patient authorizations efficiently, ensuring compliance with insurance requirements.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to gather necessary documentation for authorization requests.
- Reviewed and analyzed medical records to determine eligibility for procedures and treatments.
- Developed training materials for new staff on authorization protocols and system navigation.
- Mentored junior staff in best practices for managing complex authorization cases effectively.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business Communication
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ12-2020
Skills
- Diagnostic coding accuracy
- HIPAA compliance awareness
- Clinical documentation review
- Medical claims coding
- Electronic health records navigation
- Appeals and adjustments handling
- ICD-10 proficiency
- Medical terminology
- CPT coding
- Coding error resolution
- Continuing education commitment
Certification
- CPC - Certified Professional Coder
Timeline
Charge Auditor
Cancer Specialists of North Florida
07.2021 - Current
Referral Coordinator
Baptist Primary Care
12.2016 - 05.2018
Authorization Specialist
Cancer Specialists of North Florida
04.2013 - 10.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Business Communication
Grand Canyon University