Lisa Refici
Ogdensburg
Summary
Certified Medical Coder specializing in diagnostic coding accuracy and HIPAA compliance. Committed to improving clinical documentation and ensuring adherence to industry standards.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Medical Coder
Rochester Regional Health - St. Lawrence Region
08.2014 - 04.2026
- Reviewed outpatient records and interpreted documentation to identify diagnoses and procedures.
- Analyzed and coded medical records adhering to ICD-10 and CPT guidelines.
- Improved accuracy of medical coding by thoroughly reviewing patient records and assigning correct codes for diagnoses and procedures.
- Maintained updated knowledge of coding requirements, through continuing education and certification renewal.
- Verified, coded and added modifiers to diagnoses.
- Protected patient confidentiality by adhering strictly to HIPAA regulations when handling sensitive information related to medical records, treatments, and diagnoses.
- Resourcefully used various coding books, procedure manuals, and on-line encoders.
- Maintained compliance with industry regulations by staying up-to-date on the latest changes in medical coding guidelines and conventions.
Medical Transcriptionist
Claxton-Hepburn Medical Center
06.1999 - 08.2014
- Transcribed medical dictations with high accuracy, ensuring clarity and adherence to formatting standards.
- Reviewed and edited transcripts for grammatical accuracy, enhancing overall quality of documentation.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to clarify terminology and resolve discrepancies in transcriptions.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient records in compliance with HIPAA regulations, safeguarding sensitive information.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Secretarial - Transcription
Mater Dei College
Ogdensburg, NY05-1998
Skills
- Diagnostic coding accuracy
- HIPAA compliance awareness
- Clinical documentation review
- Continuing education commitment
Timeline
Certified Medical Coder
Rochester Regional Health - St. Lawrence Region
08.2014 - 04.2026
Medical Transcriptionist
Claxton-Hepburn Medical Center
06.1999 - 08.2014
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Secretarial - Transcription
Mater Dei College