KIMBERLEY TOBER
Arlington
Summary
Detail-oriented Certified Professional Coder with over 25 years of experience specializing in diagnostic radiology. Experienced in catheter placements, imaging guidance, embolizations, biopsies and skilled in vascular interventional procedures and angiography. Proven expertise in ICD-10, CPT, HCPCS, and EHR management, with a strong record of accuracy and compliance. Adept at process improvement, mentoring, and collaborating with healthcare teams. Seeking a part-time, flexible, remote radiology coding position to leverage advanced coding and billing skills. Authorized to work in the US for any employer.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Coding Specialist
University of Wisconsin Medical Foundation
Middleton, WI
08.2011 - Current
- Accurately assign medical codes to patient records using ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS coding systems
- Review and abstract relevant information from medical documentation to ensure accurate code assignment
- Maintain high productivity while adhering to strict quality standards and coding guidelines
- Collaborate with healthcare providers to clarify documentation and resolve coding discrepancies
- Implement efficient workflows and processes to optimize coding accuracy and efficiency
- Utilize electronic health record (EHR) systems to access patient information and code assignments
- Stayed current on changes in coding guidelines, reimbursement policies, and industry best practices
- Demonstrate proficiency in assigning appropriate modifiers based on specific circumstances or requirements
- Maintain confidentiality of patient information in accordance with HIPAA regulations
- Collaborate with billing department to ensure accurate claim submission for timely reimbursement
- Participate in regular team meetings to discuss challenges, share knowledge, and improve performance
- Educate physicians on proper documentation practices to support accurate code assignment
- Mentor new hires by providing training sessions on medical terminology, anatomy, and coding guidelines
- Develop and maintain a comprehensive library of coding resources, including codebooks and online references
- Identify opportunities for process improvement within the coding department and implemented changes to increase efficiency
- Code complex medical cases involving multiple diagnoses, procedures, or comorbidities accurately and efficiently
- Increase team productivity through effective workload distribution strategies based on individual strengths
- Mentor junior coders by providing guidance on complex cases and industry updates
- Demonstrate proficiency in using encoders and other software tools for accurate code assignment
- Work closely with physicians to clarify diagnoses or procedures requiring additional information for accurate coding
- Achieve an average accuracy rate of 98% in assigning medical codes during quarterly audits
- Code various types of medical services including diagnoses, procedures, and surgeries.
Education
Medical Coding - Diploma
Madison Area Technical College
Madison, WI05-2001
Medical Secretary - Associates Degree
Madison Area Technical College
Madison, WI05-1992
High school diploma or GED - undefined
Rhinelander High School
06-1989
Skills
- 3M Encoder
- Anatomy knowledge
- Healthcare compliance
- Microsoft Outlook
- Medical terminology
- Microsoft Teams
- Medical claim appeals
- National Correct Coding Initiative (NCCI) guidelines
- Attention to detail
- EMR/EHR systems (EPIC, Meditech, Cerner)
- Task prioritization
- Remote medical coding
- ICD-10-CM
- HIPAA compliance
- CPT coding
- Medical billing and coding experience in neurology
- Medical claim corrections
- Medical billing and coding experience in radiology
- HCPCS
- Diagnostic Radiology
Certification
- Certified Professional Coder (CPC)
- September 2001 to February 2026
Timeline
Medical Coding Specialist
University of Wisconsin Medical Foundation
08.2011 - Current
Medical Coding - Diploma
Madison Area Technical College
Medical Secretary - Associates Degree
Madison Area Technical College
High school diploma or GED - undefined
Rhinelander High School