Open To Work
Lisa Hogen
Barnes Jewish Hospital
OLDMONROE,MO
1
Certification
31
years of professional experience
Detail-oriented certified medical coder with extensive knowledge in EPIC and 3M systems, proven skills in diagnostic coding accuracy, HIPAA compliance, and ICD-10 proficiency. Committed to enhancing coding accuracy
Work History
Outpatient Ancillary Certified Medical Coder
20 Years 4 Months- Reviewed and analyzed medical records to ensure accurate coding and compliance with regulatory guidelines.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to clarify documentation for optimal coding accuracy and reimbursement.
- Implemented coding best practices, enhancing overall efficiency in billing processes across departments.
- Audited coded claims for accuracy, identifying discrepancies and recommending corrective actions to minimize errors.
- Improved accuracy of medical coding by thoroughly reviewing patient records and assigning correct codes for diagnoses and procedures.
- Reviewed outpatient records and interpreted documentation to identify diagnoses and procedures.
- Maintained compliance with industry regulations by staying up-to-date on the latest changes in medical coding guidelines and conventions.
- Maintained updated knowledge of coding requirements, through continuing education and certification renewal.
- Supported continuous improvement initiatives within the coding department by actively participating in team meetings, training, and sharing best practices with colleagues.
- Protected patient confidentiality by adhering strictly to HIPAA regulations when handling sensitive information related to medical records, treatments, and diagnoses.
- Aided in reducing backlogs of incomplete charts or unassigned codes through focused efforts during periods of high volume or staffing shortages.
- Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development by participating in relevant industry conferences, workshops, and webinars to stay current with emerging trends in medical coding best practices.
- Guarded against fraud and abuse by verifying coded data accurately reflected services provided.
- Ensured data integrity by meticulously auditing coded data, verifying its accuracy, and making necessary adjustments as needed.
- Coded ancillary charts at rate of 40 per hour.
- Verified signatures and checked medical charts for accuracy and completion.
Quality Control Inspector
7 Years 9 Months- Conducted thorough inspections of products to ensure compliance with quality standards and specifications.
- Identified defects and non-conformities, initiating corrective actions to enhance product quality.
- Collaborated with production teams to implement process improvements and reduce waste.
- Trained new inspectors on quality control procedures and inspection techniques for consistent performance.
- Developed and maintained accurate documentation of inspection results and quality metrics.
- Led root cause analysis sessions to address recurring quality issues, driving continuous improvement initiatives.
- Utilized statistical process control methods to monitor production processes and ensure product reliability.
- Communicated with production team members about quality issues.
- Inspected quality of products, taking note of functionality, appearance and other specifications.
- Inspected incoming and outgoing materials for accuracy and quality.
- Reported repeated issues to supervisors and other departments, collaborating to identify issue roots and rectify problems.
- Performed visual inspections and non-destructive tests where appropriate.
- Improved product quality by conducting thorough inspections and identifying defects in a timely manner.
Education
Certified Professional Coder, CPC - Medical Coding Program
Skills
Diagnostic coding accuracy
ICD-10 proficiency
Clinical documentation review
Ongoing education
Coding compliance
HIPAA compliance
HIPAA compliance awareness
HIPAA regulations
Certification
- Certified Professional Coder, AAPC membership #1031919
Timeline
Outpatient Ancillary Certified Medical Coder
Barnes Jewish Hospital
12.2005 - 04.2026Read More
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Superior Home Products
05.1995 - 02.2003Read More
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