MARIA OROZCO
Burtonsville,MD
Summary
Professional Medical Coding Specialist with solid experience in healthcare documentation and coding. Adept in ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS coding systems, ensuring accurate and compliant medical records. Strong team player focused on collaboration, reliability, and adaptability to meet evolving needs. Consistently delivers high-quality results, contributing to efficient and effective healthcare operations.
Thorough team contributor with strong organizational capabilities. Experienced in handling numerous projects at once while ensuring accuracy. Effective at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Coding Specialist
ApgCare
08.2023 - Current
- Reduced claim denials by consistently ensuring accurate and compliant coding practices in line with regulatory standards.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to clarify ambiguous or incomplete documentation, resulting in more precise medical codes.
- Streamlined billing processes for improved efficiency by maintaining up-to-date knowledge of coding guidelines and procedures.
- Developed comprehensive internal reference materials to facilitate quick access to relevant information for all team members, boosting productivity levels.
- Supported accurate reimbursement rates for services rendered by applying appropriate modifiers when necessary during the coding process.
- Ensured timely submission of claims by diligently meeting deadlines for coding assignments, reducing the risk of delayed payments from insurers.
- Stayed current on industry trends and advancements through regular participation in professional development courses and seminars, enhancing overall job performance.
- Maintained strict adherence to HIPAA regulations by protecting confidential patient information during the coding process.
Medical Coding Specialist
ApgCare
03.2017 - 07.2023
- Assisted management in revenue optimization by providing expertise in medical coding practices and identifying potential areas for improvement.
- Increased staff proficiency with ICD-10-CM and CPT code sets through ongoing training sessions and individual coaching.
- Enhanced medical coding accuracy by meticulously reviewing patient records and diagnoses.
- Correctly coded and billed medical claims for physicians in hospital and nursing facilities.
- Verified signatures and checked medical charts for accuracy and completion.
- Resourcefully used various coding books, procedure manuals, and on-line encoders.
- Applied official coding conventions and rules from American Medical Association and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services to assign diagnostic codes.
- Followed up with medical staff regarding missing information in patient records.
- Researched and resolved medical record discrepancies.
Education
Medical Coder/Abstractor/Biller: Coding -
Montgomery College
Rockville, MD12.2016
Chemistry Technologist: Chemistry -
Technological University of Pereira
Pereira, Colombia09.1985
Skills
CPT coding knowledge
ICD-10 Proficiency
HCPCS Level II Understanding
HIPAA Compliance
Medical Coding Certification
Medical Office Software Proficiency
Medical code selection
Auditing medical records
Data Entry
Knowledgeable in E- Clinic
Continuing education
Teamwork and Collaboration
Certification
- Certified Professional Coder (CPC) - American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC).
- Certified Outpatient Coder (COC) - American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC).
- Certified Coding Associate (CCA)- The American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA),
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Medical Coding Specialist
ApgCare
08.2023 - Current
Medical Coding Specialist
ApgCare
03.2017 - 07.2023
Medical Coder/Abstractor/Biller: Coding -
Montgomery College
Chemistry Technologist: Chemistry -
Technological University of Pereira
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