Mylinda Troutt
Gallatin
Summary
Dedicated medical coding professional with extensive experience in accurately coding patient records and ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations. Recognized for a strong commitment to team collaboration and achieving results, with adaptability to evolving industry needs. Proficient in utilizing advanced coding software and maintaining meticulous documentation, consistently earning a reputation for reliability and precision in all tasks. Passionate about contributing to improved healthcare outcomes through effective coding practices and attention to detail.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Coder
ECLAT Health Splutions
03.2025 - Current
- Reviewed and analyzed medical documentation for accurate coding and compliance with regulations.
- Implemented coding updates based on the latest ICD-10-CM guidelines to ensure accuracy.
- Conducted audits of coded data to identify discrepancies and improve overall accuracy rates.
- Increased coding accuracy by diligently reviewing medical documentation and applying appropriate codes.
- Applied official coding conventions and rules from American Medical Association and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services to assign diagnostic codes.
- Reviewed outpatient records and interpreted documentation to identify diagnoses and procedures.
- Maintained a high level of productivity while consistently meeting deadlines for claim submissions.
Senior Medical Coder
Optum Health Services
08.2012 - 09.2024
- Conduct risk adjustment coding for Medicare and ACA (Affordable Care Act) programs, ensuring accurate diagnosis coding in alignment with industry standards and compliance requirements.
- Review and code VA medical charts for targeted quality reviews, identifying key risk factors and optimizing health data for accurate reimbursement and reporting.
- Collaborate with clinical teams to ensure documentation meets regulatory guidelines, providing feedback and suggestions to improve coding accuracy and chart completeness.
Home Health Aide
Home Caregivers
12.2010 - 11.2011
- Provided in-home support, including assistance with daily household chores, meal preparation, and ensuring a safe and comfortable environment for clients.
- Managed client healthcare documentation, including processing paperwork for TNCare and coordinating with healthcare providers to ensure seamless access to necessary services and benefits.
Education
Associates of Applied Science - Health Information Technologies
Volunteer State Community College
05.2012
Skills
- Medical terminology
- HIPAA compliance
- Medical claims coding
- Clinical documentation
- Risk adjustment/HCC coding
- Data verification
- Medical classification systems
- EMR systems
- Registered health information technician
- Epic systems
Certification
Certified Registered Health Information Technologist (09/2012)
Timeline
Medical Coder
ECLAT Health Splutions
03.2025 - Current
Senior Medical Coder
Optum Health Services
08.2012 - 09.2024
Home Health Aide
Home Caregivers
12.2010 - 11.2011
Associates of Applied Science - Health Information Technologies
Volunteer State Community College