Lori Zipperstein
Twin Falls,ID
Summary
Healthcare professional prepared for this role with comprehensive knowledge in medical coding and compliance. Known for accurately coding inpatient records and maintaining adherence to regulatory guidelines. Collaborative team player focused on achieving results and adapting to changing needs. Expertise in medical terminology and ICD-10-CM/PCS coding.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Remote Inpatient Coder
Kodehealth
Holland, MI
04.2026 - Current
- Code all case types.
- Analyzed inpatient medical records to assign accurate ICD-10-CM and PCS codes.
- Ensured compliance with CMS and payer regulations for coding accuracy.
- Reviewed documentation to identify gaps and improve coding practices.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to clarify clinical information for optimal coding outcomes.
PRN Telecommute (Remote) Senior Inpatient Coder
Providence Holycross Medical Center/R1RCM
Mission Hills, CA
03.2017 - 01.2026
- Coding Inpatient all case types (including Rehab)
- Coding IVR and CIVR (interventional radiology including Cardiac)
Instructor: Coding Practicum 1&2 Coding Specialist, Certificate
LLU School of Allied Health Professions
Loma Linda, CA
06.2017 - 09.2024
- 66 hours of coding laboratory provides a capstone experience for students who have completed all academic course work in coding.
- Enables students to apply all state and national coding and reimbursement regulation to a variety of inpatient and outpatient records.
- Provides students the opportunity to improve speed and accuracy prior to entering the job force.
Per-Diem Telecommute (Remote) Senior Inpatient Medicare Coder
Redlands Community Hospital
Redlands, CA
04.2018 - 10.2019
- Coding Inpatient all case types (including Rehab)
- Coding IVR and CIVR (interventional radiology including Cardiac)
Part-Time Telecommute (Remote) Senior Inpatient Medicare Coder
Glendale Adventist Health
Glendale, CA
03.2017 - 01.2018
- Coding Inpatient all case types (including Rehab)
- Coding Outpatient (Same day surg, radiology, GI etc)
- Coding IVR and CIVR (interventional radiology including Cardiac)
Contract Inpt/Outpt Coder
Coding Aid/ASAP Staffing
Long Beach, CA
03.2014 - 12.2016
- Coding Inpatient all case types (including Rehab)
- Coding Outpatient (Same day surg, radiology, GI etc)
- Coding IVR and CIVR (interventional radiology including Cardiac)
- Coding Chemo Therapy Infusion Center (Levy Cancer Center)
Telecommute Contract Coder/Auditor (Remote)
A and E Associates LLC
Corona, CA
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Coding Inpatient all case types (including Rehab)
- Coding Outpatient (Same day surg, radiology, GI etc)
- Coding IVR and CIVR (interventional radiology including Cardiac)
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Crafton Hills College
Yucaipa, CA06-1993
Certificate - Certified Coding Specialist Certificate (CCS)
Loma Linda University School of Allied Health Sciences
Loma Linda, CASkills
- ICD-10-CM/PCS coding
- Medical record review
- HIPAA compliance
- Healthcare reimbursement
- Systems: Epic, 3M360, CAC, CAC Fusion, HDM, Meditech, McKesson, Cerner, Horizon Client,
- Level 1-3 Facility coding
Certification
- CMC - Certified Medical Coder
Timeline
Remote Inpatient Coder
Kodehealth
04.2026 - Current
Per-Diem Telecommute (Remote) Senior Inpatient Medicare Coder
Redlands Community Hospital
04.2018 - 10.2019
Instructor: Coding Practicum 1&2 Coding Specialist, Certificate
LLU School of Allied Health Professions
06.2017 - 09.2024
PRN Telecommute (Remote) Senior Inpatient Coder
Providence Holycross Medical Center/R1RCM
03.2017 - 01.2026
Part-Time Telecommute (Remote) Senior Inpatient Medicare Coder
Glendale Adventist Health
03.2017 - 01.2018
Telecommute Contract Coder/Auditor (Remote)
A and E Associates LLC
01.2015 - 01.2016
Contract Inpt/Outpt Coder
Coding Aid/ASAP Staffing
03.2014 - 12.2016
Associate of Science - Nursing
Crafton Hills College
Certificate - Certified Coding Specialist Certificate (CCS)
Loma Linda University School of Allied Health Sciences