Michelle Smith
North Canton,OH
Summary
Medical Billing and Coding Specialist with 23 years providing diagnosis and procedural coding support in a medical office billing setting.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Coder
TeamHealth
07.1999 - Current
- Increased coding accuracy by diligently reviewing medical documentation and applying appropriate codes.
- Reduced claim denials by maintaining thorough knowledge of payer-specific requirements and guidelines.
- Minimized errors by providing ongoing feedback to clinical staff regarding proper documentation practices.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations and guidelines by staying up-to-date on the latest coding changes.
- Collaborated with physicians to obtain necessary documentation, improving claim approval rates.
Education
Associate of Applied Science -
Stark State College
Canton, OH05.1998
Skills
- Medical Billing
- Workflow Management
- Attention to detail
- Diagnostic coding
- Confidentiality maintenance
- HCPCS coding
- Procedural coding
- HIPAA Compliance
- Insurance Coding (ICD-10 and CPT)
- Clinical Documentation
- Medical Terminology
Timeline
Medical Coder
TeamHealth
07.1999 - Current
Associate of Applied Science -
Stark State College