Kristy Kostichka
Two Rivers,WI
Summary
Skilled medical coding professional prepared to drive accuracy and efficiency in healthcare documentation. Known for strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and comprehensive knowledge of medical coding systems and regulations. Excel in team collaboration, adapting to evolving requirements, and delivering consistent results. Recognized for reliability and commitment to upholding high standards in all tasks.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Coder 3
Advocate Aurora Health Care
09.2021 - Current
- Increased coding accuracy by diligently reviewing medical documentation and applying appropriate codes.
- Resourcefully used various coding books, procedure manuals, and on-line encoders.
- Reviewed patient charts to better understand health histories, diagnoses, and treatments.
- Applied official coding conventions and rules from American Medical Association and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services to assign diagnostic codes.
- Reviewed, analyzed, and managed coding of diagnostic and treatment procedures contained in outpatient medical records.
- Reviewed outpatient records and interpreted documentation to identify diagnoses and procedures.
- Maintained a high level of productivity while consistently meeting deadlines for claim submissions.
- Consistently meets or exceeds production standards averaging 22 units per hour.
- Consistently passes all Quality Assessments with a 95% or higher.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations and guidelines by staying up-to-date on the latest coding changes.
- Promoted teamwork within the department through effective communication and collaboration on complex cases.
- Trained and mentored junior coders to support growth and development and apply high-quality coding practices.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of coding guidelines and regulations, ensuring compliance across all coding activities.
Medical Coder 2
Advocate Aurora Health Care
04.2020 - 09.2021
- Increased coding accuracy by diligently reviewing medical documentation and applying appropriate codes.
- Resourcefully used various coding books, procedure manuals, and on-line encoders.
- Reviewed patient charts to better understand health histories, diagnoses, and treatments.
- Applied official coding conventions and rules from American Medical Association and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services to assign diagnostic codes.
- Reviewed, analyzed, and managed coding of diagnostic and treatment procedures contained in outpatient medical records.
- Reviewed outpatient records and interpreted documentation to identify diagnoses and procedures.
- Maintained a high level of productivity while consistently meeting deadlines for claim submissions.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of coding guidelines and regulations, ensuring compliance across all coding activities.
Medical Coder 1
Advocate Aurora Health Care
11.2018 - 04.2020
- Increased coding accuracy by diligently reviewing medical documentation and applying appropriate codes.
- Resourcefully used various coding books, procedure manuals, and on-line encoders.
- Reviewed patient charts to better understand health histories, diagnoses, and treatments.
- Applied official coding conventions and rules from American Medical Association and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services to assign diagnostic codes.
- Reviewed outpatient records and interpreted documentation to identify diagnoses and procedures.
- Maintained a high level of productivity while consistently meeting deadlines for claim submissions.
Education
No Degree - Medical Billing And Coding
Penn Foster
Scranton, PA03-2017
Associate of Science -
University of Wisconsin Manitowoc
Manitowoc, WI05-1999
Skills
- Medical terminology
- HIPAA compliance
- HCPCS coding
- Medical billing
- Clinical documentation
- Regulatory guidelines
- Document management
- Procedural coding
- Diagnostic coding
- Training and mentoring
- General Cardiology, CVT, Interventional coding
- Workflow management
- Data verification
- Attention to detail
- ICD-10 coding
- Certified professional coder (CPC)
- Medical billing code accuracy
- Epic systems
Certification
CPC
Timeline
Medical Coder 3
Advocate Aurora Health Care
09.2021 - Current
Medical Coder 2
Advocate Aurora Health Care
04.2020 - 09.2021
Medical Coder 1
Advocate Aurora Health Care
11.2018 - 04.2020
CPC
No Degree - Medical Billing And Coding
Penn Foster
Associate of Science -
University of Wisconsin Manitowoc
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