Kelly Penney
Wellington,CO
Summary
Dedicated Senior Medical Coder pursuing opportunities to advance professional growth within the organization. Recognized for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Possess specialized skills in ICD-10 coding, medical coding processes, and electronic health records. Excel in critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication, ensuring accuracy and integrity in coding practices. Ready to contribute to a dynamic team and make a positive impact.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Senior Medical Coder
United Healthcare
, CO
02.2023 - Current
- Reviewed medical records to identify diagnoses, procedures and services rendered for accurate coding.
- Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
- Maintained high accuracy rate on daily production of completed reviews.
- Ensured timely completion of coding assignments to meet departmental deadlines and maintain workflow efficiency.
- Utilized ICD-10 coding systems to assign accurate codes
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry changes impacting medical coding.
- Utilized electronic health record systems for efficient data entry and retrieval.
- Analyzed physician documentation to accurately assign codes in accordance with accepted coding guidelines.
- Conducted research on various coding topics as needed.
- Utilized coding guidelines for present work assignment of diagnosis codes.
- Maintained updated knowledge of coding requirements, which included continuing education and certification renewal.
- Deciphered medical terminology for effective conversion into coding system.
- Reviewed updates and modifications in coding standards and reporting protocols, adhering to established guidelines.
- Reviewed patient records and assigned accurate codes for diagnoses and procedures.
- Utilized coding software and tools efficiently to expedite the coding process.
- Analyzed patient charts and records to extract relevant coding information.
- Converted to full-time employee status in September 2024.
Medical Coder
Judge Group
02.2023 - 09.2024
- Reviewed patient medical records for accuracy, completeness and compliance with coding regulations.
- Applied ICD-10 codes to patient diagnoses.
- Utilized electronic health record systems for coding and data entry.
- Ensured compliance with coding guidelines.
- Maintained high accuracy rate on daily production of completed reviews.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of coding changes, updates, and new rules.
- Interpreted medical terminology to translate information into the coding system.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA regulations.
- Reviewed patient records and assigned accurate codes for diagnoses and procedures.
- Entered coded data into electronic health record (EHR) systems.
- Utilized coding software and tools efficiently to expedite the coding process.
- Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
Education
Certified Professional Medical Auditor (CPMA) - Auditing
American Academy of Professional Coders AAPC
10-2025
Certified Professional Coder (CPC) - Medical Coding
American Academy of Professional Coders AAPC
11-2022
Skills
- Medical coding
- Compliance with coding guidelines
- Electronic health records
- Attention to detail
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Medical terminology
- Expert ICD-10 coding
- Effective communication
- Strong attention to detail
- Certified professional coder certification
- Organizational growth
- Outpatient coding expertise
- Outpatient coding
- HIPAA compliance mastery
- Medicare regulations
- Diagnostic coding
- Certification maintenance
- Proficiency in MRM, HCC coder, SLR, and AIER
- Knowledgeable in Salesforce and NPI research
- Performance improvement
- Continuing education
- Certified professional medical auditor certification
Certification
Certified Professional Coder (CPC)
Timeline
Senior Medical Coder
United Healthcare
02.2023 - Current
Medical Coder
Judge Group
02.2023 - 09.2024
Certified Professional Medical Auditor (CPMA) - Auditing
American Academy of Professional Coders AAPC
Certified Professional Coder (CPC) - Medical Coding
American Academy of Professional Coders AAPC