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Kristi Canode

Shawsville,VA

Summary

Dynamic Nurse Auditor with Acadia Healthcare, skilled in clinical auditing and documentation review. Enhanced revenue cycle management through process improvements, achieving significant reductions in audit turnaround time. Adept at fostering teamwork and communication, while ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations and maintaining patient confidentiality. Committed to optimizing patient care outcomes through effective problem-solving.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Nurse Auditor

Acadia Healthcare
Salem, VA
08.2020 - Current
  • Conducted thorough audits of over 100 patients records monthly to ensure compliance with healthcare regulations.
  • Analyzed billing processes to identify discrepancies and improve accuracy in claims submissions.
  • Collaborated with clinical teams to enhance documentation practices and optimize revenue cycle management.
  • Reviewed denials and appealed decisions to maximize reimbursement for services rendered.
  • Implemented process improvements that streamlined audit workflows, reducing turnaround time significantly.
  • Served as a liaison between clinical departments during audits, fostering collaborative relationships that supported effective problem-solving efforts.
  • Promoted a culture of accountability among nursing staff by regularly communicating audit results and offering constructive feedback.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to address issues discovered during audits, contributing to improved patient care outcomes.

Psych Registered Nurse

HCA
Salem, VA
05.2010 - 08.2020
  • Administered psychiatric assessments to evaluate patient mental health needs.
  • Developed and implemented individualized care plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. Charge nurse to staff over seeing 30 patient bed unit.
  • Monitored patient progress, adjusting treatment approaches based on clinical observations.
  • Educated patients and families about mental health conditions and treatment options.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Colorado Technical University
Colorado Springs, CO
12-2018

Associate of Science - Nursing

Jefferson College of Health Sciences
Roanoke, VA
05-2000

Skills

HIPAA regulations

Critical thinking

Documentation review expertise

Patient confidentiality maintenance

Electronic health records navigation

Fraud detection techniques

Regulatory guidelines adherence

Clinical

Multitasking

Adaptability and flexibility

Detail-oriented

Electronic health records

Medical documentation

Time management abilities

Records review

Medical billing code

Accomplishments

    Daisy Award Winner

Work Preference

Location Preference

Remote

Salary Range

$45000/yr - $200000/yr

Timeline

Nurse Auditor

Acadia Healthcare
08.2020 - Current

Psych Registered Nurse

HCA
05.2010 - 08.2020

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Colorado Technical University

Associate of Science - Nursing

Jefferson College of Health Sciences

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