Linda McCarty
Lexicode
Longview,TX
1
Certification
27
years of professional experience
Experienced auditor and coder possessed with a strong internal drive to meet goals and to achieve objectives. Excels in a collaborative environments aligned with organizational targets, and known for a cooperative approach and a commitment to excellence.
Work History
HIM Coder-Auditor-Educator
27 Years 1 Month- Ensured adherence to coding standards for healthcare processes.
- Conducted thorough reviews of coding procedures to maintain high standards of accuracy and efficiency.
- Mentored entry-level coders on compliance regulations and coding ethics.
- Engaged with healthcare providers to uphold standards of precise code assignment and thorough documentation practices.
- Reviewed and implemented coding standards to maintain integrity and efficiency in healthcare processes.
- Performed in-depth assessments of coding practices, focusing on maintaining accuracy, efficiency, and integrity.
Associate Educator
1 Year 8 Months- Developed and implemented engaging curriculum materials to enhance student learning outcomes.
- Collaborated with educators to assess student progress and adapt instructional strategies accordingly.
- Facilitated professional development workshops, promoting best practices in teaching methodologies.
- Mentored junior staff, fostering a collaborative learning environment within the team.
- Analyzed educational data to identify areas for improvement and implement targeted interventions.
- Spearheaded initiatives to integrate technology into classroom instruction, enhancing interactive learning experiences.
- Coordinated with stakeholders to align educational programs with institutional goals and standards.
- Advocated for student needs through effective communication with Lexicode.
- Improved student comprehension by incorporating diverse teaching methods and differentiated instruction.
- Developed creative lesson plans that catered to diverse learning styles, leading to increased student understanding and retention of material.
- Served as a liaison between Lexicode and SourceCorp, ensuring clear communication of expectations and goals for both parties.
- Enhanced student engagement by fostering a positive and inclusive classroom environment.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted instruction to meet individual needs.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to keep learner attention.
- Developed lesson plans to enhance skills for individual students.
- Assessed student performance and provided feedback to facilitate student success.
- Created and implemented assessments to measure student progress.
- Utilized innovative teaching strategies to effectively engage students in learning.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented training.
- Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations.
- Of the 108 students trained all passing the AHIMA CCS-P exam with and 18 passing the CCS exams by the end of commitment.
Education
Associate of Science - HIM - ART Program
- Honoree of magna cum laude
- Relevant Coursework: HIM ART - Program
- Ranked in Top 15% of class
High School Diploma
- Honor Roll 1st and 2nd Semester 1965, 1966m 1967
- Future Teachers of America Scholarship Recipient
- Ranked in Top 11% of class
- Extracurricular Activities: Future Teachers of America
Bachelor of Science - HIM - RHIA Program
- Honoree of magna cum laude
- 3.96 GPA
High School Diploma
- Dean's List 1st Semester 1967
- Relevant Coursework - Biology
Skills
- Credentials: Actively maintaining AHIMA RHIA and CCS credentials.
- Coding Expertise: Utilizing both ICD and CPT classifications to code inpatient and outpatient hospital records.
- Software Proficiency: Experienced with hospital-specific software
including EPIC
PowerChart
ChartMaxx
MDaudit
and Meditech.
Certification
- RHIA - Registered Health Information Administrator
- CCS - Certified Coding Specialist
Timeline
Associate Educator
Lexicode-SourceCorp
07.2010 - 03.2012Read More
HIM Coder-Auditor-Educator
Lexicode
07.1999 - CurrentRead More
Tyler Junior College
Associate of Science from HIM - ART Program
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Kilgore High School
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Louisiana Tech University
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Kilgore Junior College
High School Diploma
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