Michelle D. Brown
Glasgow,KY
Summary
Hands-on professional offering a keen understanding of data confidentiality and HIPAA regulations. Highly trained Medical Coder knowledgeable in AMA and the CMS coding rules.
Efficient professional in healthcare documentation boasts high productivity and the capability to complete tasks swiftly while maintaining accuracy. Skilled in medical coding, electronic health records management, and data analysis. Excel in organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills, ensuring seamless workflow and compliance with healthcare regulations.
Skilled Medical Records Specialist with background in accurately managing and organizing health information data. Experience includes ensuring medical records are maintained in compliance with legal and regulatory standards, streamlining record retrieval processes, and implementing electronic health records systems to enhance efficiency. Strong understanding of medical terminology, coding procedures, and data analysis techniques. Improved patient care by ensuring timely access to up-to-date and accurate health information.
Seasoned Senior Medical Coder with comprehensive background in healthcare coding and billing systems. Skilled at reviewing and analyzing patient records, ensuring accuracy of diagnostic codes, and maintaining compliance with federal regulations. Demonstrated strengths include problem-solving capabilities, advanced knowledge of medical terminology, and ability to streamline process for improved efficiency. Proven track record of improving workflow processes leading to increased productivity within previous roles.
Seasoned Senior Medical Coder recognized for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Possess specialized skills in ICD-10 coding, medical billing processes, and compliance with healthcare regulations. Excel in critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication, ensuring accuracy and integrity in coding practices.
Responsible and motivated student ready to apply education in the workplace. Offers excellent technical abilities with software and applications, ability to handle challenging work, and excellent time management skills.
Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Medical Coder
Vanderbilt Medical Center
Nashville, Tennessee
09.2014 - Current
- Conducted audits to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations.
- Answered questions and fulfilled requests with friendly and knowledgeable service.
- Participated in coding team meetings to discuss challenges and best practices.
- Safeguarded medical records to maintain patient confidentiality.
- Assigned additional diagnosis codes based on specific clinical findings (laboratory, radiology and, pathology reports as well as clinical studies) in support of existing diagnoses.
- Maintained high accuracy rate on daily production of completed reviews.
- Verified and abstracted medical data from records to assign appropriate codes for hospital inpatient records.
- Communicated with healthcare personnel, including practitioners to promote accuracy.
- Quickly responded to staff and client inquiries regarding CPT codes.
- Proofread documents carefully to check accuracy and completeness of all paperwork.
- Utilized ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS coding systems to process claims and billing.
- Resolved coding discrepancies and denials to maximize reimbursement.
- Maintained current knowledge of industry changes related to ICD-10 and CPT codes by attending seminars and webinars.
- Updated coding skills and knowledge through continuous education and training.
- Reviewed medical records to identify diagnoses, procedures and services rendered for accurate coding.
- Interpreted medical terminology and pharmacological information to translate information into coding system.
- Determined and implemented techniques to improve medical records retrieval process.
- Provided coding guidance and assistance to physicians, nurses and other staff members.
- Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
- Analyzed physician documentation to ensure accuracy of codes assigned in accordance with accepted coding guidelines.
- Added modifiers as appropriate, coded narrative diagnoses and verified diagnoses.
- Maintained updated knowledge of coding requirements, which included continuing education and certification renewal.
- Verified proper coding, sequencing of diagnoses, and accuracy of procedures.
- Prepared reports summarizing findings from audit reviews for management review.
Medical Coder
Graves Gilbert Clinic
Bowling Green, Kentucky
03.2008 - 09.2014
- Supported external audits by providing coded data and documentation as requested.
- Coded diagnoses and procedures from patient medical records using ICD-10-CM and CPT-4 codes.
- Handled incoming calls and directed callers to appropriate department or employee.
- Interpreted medical terminology and pharmacological information to translate information into coding system.
- Utilized ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS coding systems to process claims and billing.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
- Conducted system analysis and testing to identify and resolve technical issues or inefficiencies.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Health Care Administration
Southcentral Kentucky Community And Technical College
Bowling Green, KY05-2008
Skills
- ICD-10 coding
- CPT coding
- HCPCS coding
- Medical record auditing
- Data abstraction
- Coding accuracy
- Medical terminology
- Revenue cycle management
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Continuous education
- Workflow management
- Patient data coding
Timeline
Senior Medical Coder
Vanderbilt Medical Center
09.2014 - Current
Medical Coder
Graves Gilbert Clinic
03.2008 - 09.2014
Associate of Applied Science - Health Care Administration
Southcentral Kentucky Community And Technical College