MEGAN BOWLING
Portage,MI
Summary
Highly driven and organized Medical Coder with extensive experience in ICD-10-CM and CPT coding across multiple specialties, including Emergency Department, Radiology, and Home Health. Committed to ensuring the accuracy and compliance of medical coding, I excel at analyzing clinical documentation to reduce claim denials and optimize reimbursement.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
HIM Coding Specialist
Bronson Healthcare Group Inc.
Kalamazoo, MICHIGAN
11.2023 - Current
- Specialized in Emergency Department facility (HB) coding, ensuring accurate assignment of ICD-10-CM and CPT codes in full compliance with official coding guidelines and regulatory standards.
- Analyze clinical documentation to ensure accurate code assignment, sequencing, and classification of diagnoses and procedures to support optimal reimbursement, reduce claim denials, and uphold audit readiness.
- Conduct in-depth review and resolution of coding edits and denials, collaborating with clinical teams and billing departments to clarify documentation, correct coding discrepancies, and resubmit clean claims.
- Proactively research payer guidelines and policy changes to identify coverage options for non-covered or underpaid services.
- Cross-trained in multiple coding domains, including professional billing (PB) for outpatient clinic visits, radiology facility coding, and inpatient professional fee (profee) rounding, and burn and wound care.
- Utilize advanced features of health information systems, including 3M and Epic, to navigate patient records, manage work queues, and complete accurate claim processing.
Assistant Manager
Biggby Coffee
Big Rapids, MI
02.2021 - 05.2023
- Oversaw daily store operations, ensuring a clean, organized, and customer-focused environment in compliance with company standards.
- Delivered exceptional customer service in both in-store and drive-thru settings, addressing and resolving customer concerns in a professional manner.
- Oversaw daily financial operations, including cash handling, preparation of bank deposits, and accuracy financial documentation.
- Lead training, supervising, and motivating team members to ensure optimal performance and a positive work atmosphere.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Health Information Technology
Ferris State University
Big Rapids, MI05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Health Information Management
Ferris State University
Big Rapids, MI05.2024
Skills
- ICD-10-CMS
- ICD-10-PCS
- EPIC
- Claims & Denials Management
- Ability to lead colleagues
- CPT Coding
- Microsoft Office Suite
- 3M Encoder
- Documentation & Compliance
- Knowledge and understanding of HIPAA regulations
Certification
AHIMA (American Health Information Management Association) certified CCA (Certified Coding Assistant)
Awards
- St. Marks Episcopal Church Scholar
- Deans Scholarship at Ferris State University (4 Years)
Timeline
HIM Coding Specialist
Bronson Healthcare Group Inc.
11.2023 - Current
Assistant Manager
Biggby Coffee
02.2021 - 05.2023
Associate of Applied Science - Health Information Technology
Ferris State University
Bachelor of Science - Health Information Management
Ferris State University
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