Melinda Lienemann
Denham Springs,LA
Summary
Adept at maintaining high coding standards and ensuring HIPAA compliance, leveraged expertise in ICD-10 Coding and attention to detail to enhance workflow efficiency at Woman's Hospital. Proactive approach to continuing education and skill in Epic Systems have significantly reduced claim denials, underscoring commitment to excellence in medical coding. Hardworking professional applies official coding conventions and rules established by American Medical Association and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. Confident Medical Coder adheres to data confidentiality and privacy rules in all workflows and promotes dynamic interpersonal skills.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Professional Coder
Woman's Hospital
01.2022 - Current
- Code multiple specialties, General Surgery, Breast Oncology Surgery, Gynecology Oncology and Urology Gynecology
- Code office, hospital and assessment center visits along with procedures and surgeries.
- Maintain strict confidentiality by adhering to HIPAA guidelines and ensuring sensitive patient information was protected at all times.
- Manage high-volume workloads effectively by prioritizing tasks according to urgency and importance while maintaining strict attention to detail.
- Conduct thorough research on complex cases, applying advanced knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, and pharmacology to accurately assign codes as needed.
- Serve as a reliable resource for both clinical teams and administrative staff by offering expert advice on proper code selection based on diagnosis or treatment specifics provided in the documentation received.
- Utilize advanced computer skills to navigate various software programs, further enhancing the efficiency of coding processes.
- Support the implementation of new electronic health record systems, providing guidance on coding best practices.
- Reduce claim denials by attentively reviewing medical records and addressing discrepancies prior to submission.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry regulations, ensuring compliance with all relevant guidelines and legislation.
- Participate in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on changing coding requirements and advances in healthcare technology.
- Verify signatures and checked medical charts for accuracy and completion.
- Resourcefully use various coding books, procedure manuals, and on-line encoders.
- Review, analyze, and manage coding of diagnostic and treatment procedures contained in outpatient medical records.
- Review patient charts to better understand health histories, diagnoses, and treatments.
- Apply official coding conventions and rules from American Medical Association and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services to assign diagnostic codes.
- Review outpatient records and interpreted documentation to identify diagnoses and procedures.
- Interact with physicians and other healthcare staff to ask questions regarding patient services.
- Follow up with medical staff regarding missing information in patient records.
- Monitor changes in coding regulations to provide recommendations for compliance.
- Work in MediTech, ECW and EPIC
Certified Pro Fee Coder - Denials
Omega Healthcare
02.2024 - 08.2024
- Optum Duly Project
- Worked denied claims for Labs, Internal Medicine and OB/GYN
- Achieved production requirements of 15 claims per hour
- Maintained high coding standards by adhering to industry best practices and staying current with emerging technologies.
- 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.
- Reviewed patient charts to better understand health histories, diagnoses, and treatments.
- Reviewed, analyzed, and managed coding of diagnostic and treatment procedures contained in outpatient medical records.
- Worked in EPIC
Certified Pro Fee Coder - Denials
Omega Healthcare
05.2023 - 01.2024
- Optum AHN Denial Project
- Worked denied E/M claims for all specialties
- Achieved daily production goal of 9 claims per hour
- Maintained high coding standards by adhering to industry best practices and staying current with emerging technologies.
- 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.
- Worked in EPIC
Certified Coder - Hospitalist Medicine/Edits
Himagine Solutions/Omega Healthcare
03.2021 - 03.2023
- Kaiser Permanente Project
- Assigned E/M and procedure CPT and ICD-10 for Hospital Medicine
- Achieved production of 12 charts per hour
- Maintained high coding standards by adhering to industry best practices and staying current with emerging technologies.
- 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.
- Reviewed patient charts to better understand health histories, diagnoses, and treatments.
- Worked in EPIC
Certified Pro Fee Coder - General Surgery
Tummah PSN
12.2019 - 11.2020
- Detroit Medical Center Project
- Abstracted operative reports to correctly code General Surgery charges
- 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.
- Reviewed, analyzed, and managed coding of diagnostic and treatment procedures contained in outpatient medical records.
- Reviewed outpatient records and interpreted documentation to identify diagnoses and procedures.
- Used Cerner EHR and Athena Health EMR
Certified Advanced Coding Specialist
The Baton Rouge Clinic
02.2016 - 08.2021
- Coded E/M and procedures for the multi-specialty clinic, Pediatrics, Internal Medicine, Dermatology, General Surgery, Rheumatology, ENT and Gastroenterology
- Maintained high coding standards by adhering to industry best practices and staying current with emerging technologies.
- 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.
- Reviewed patient charts to better understand health histories, diagnoses, and treatments.
- Worked in EPIC
Assistant Banking Center Manager
JPMorgan Chase
08.2002 - 01.2016
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly addressing inquiries and resolving issues.
- Streamlined banking operations by implementing efficient processes and procedures.
- Optimized resource allocation by monitoring staff schedules, managing budgets, and controlling costs.
- Contributed to talent acquisition efforts by participating in interviews for potential new hires.
- Conducted regular audits to ensure compliance with federal regulations and internal policies.
- Oversaw operational efficiency by conducting regular reviews of branch policies and procedures.
- Managed daily banking center activities, ensuring smooth operations and optimal customer experiences.
- Improved staff performance through ongoing coaching, training programs, and performance evaluations.
Education
Medical Coding Certification - Medical Coding
Penn Foster Career School
Scranton, PA05.2015
High School Diploma -
Zachary High School
Zachary, LA05.1994
Skills
- Medical Terminology
- HIPAA Compliance
- Regulatory guidelines
- Workflow Management
- ICD-10 and CPT coding
- Medical claims coding
- Coding Error Resolution
- 3M Encoder
- Codify
- Attention to Detail
- Epic Systems
- Certified Professional Coder (CPC)
- Certified General Surgery Coder (CGSC)
- Certified OBGYN Coder (COBGC)
- Procedure and E/M coding
Certification
- [Name of Certification] [Issuing Organization] [Year Month]
- Certified Professional Coder - AAPC - 5/2015
- Certified General Surgery Coder - AAPC - 9/2019
- Certified OBGYN Coder - AAPC - 7/2022
Timeline
Certified Pro Fee Coder - Denials
Omega Healthcare
02.2024 - 08.2024
Certified Pro Fee Coder - Denials
Omega Healthcare
05.2023 - 01.2024
Certified Professional Coder
Woman's Hospital
01.2022 - Current
Certified Coder - Hospitalist Medicine/Edits
Himagine Solutions/Omega Healthcare
03.2021 - 03.2023
Certified Pro Fee Coder - General Surgery
Tummah PSN
12.2019 - 11.2020
Certified Advanced Coding Specialist
The Baton Rouge Clinic
02.2016 - 08.2021
Assistant Banking Center Manager
JPMorgan Chase
08.2002 - 01.2016
Medical Coding Certification - Medical Coding
Penn Foster Career School
High School Diploma -
Zachary High School
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