NOEL Kuhn
Summa Health System - Akron Campus
North Canton,OH
1
Certification
2027
years of professional experience
Dedicated Inpatient Coder with over 20 years of experience in medical record review and procedural coding. Expert in ICD-10 guidelines, consistently driving accuracy and compliance to support revenue optimization and patient care.
Experienced with medical coding and compliance. Utilizes precise coding practices to ensure accurate inpatient records, adhering to regulatory guidelines. Knowledge of medical terminology and ICD-10-CM coding.
Work History
Inpatient Coder
23 Years 11 Months- Reviewed and analyzed inpatient medical records for accurate coding and billing compliance.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to clarify documentation and ensure coding accuracy.
- Utilized ICD-10 and coding systms to maintain updated knowledge of coding guidelines.
- Helped out coders as needed enhance team performance.
- Used Epic and 3M systems to code.
- Enhanced the accuracy of medical coding by consistently reviewing and validating medical records for inpatient services.
- Contributed to revenue optimization through diligent assignment of appropriate diagnostic and procedural codes.
- Demonstrated expertise in various code sets including, ICD-10-CM/PCS codes while maintaining certification as an Inpatient Coder.
Inpatient Coder
- Enhanced the accuracy of medical coding by consistently reviewing and validating medical records for inpatient services.
- Reviewed and coded inpatient charts using ICD-10 guidelines to enhance data accuracy and support patient care documentation.
- Contributed to revenue optimization through diligent assignment of appropriate diagnostic and procedural codes.
- Demonstrated expertise in various code sets including, ICD-10-CM/PCS codes while maintaining certification as an Inpatient Coder.
- Resourcefully used various coding books, procedure manuals, and on-line encoders.
Inpatient Coder
- Utilized ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS coding systems to maintain updated knowledge of coding guidelines.
- Performed part-time remote coding for inpatient records to ensure accurate documentation.
Inpatient Coder
- Maintained compliance with industry standards and regulatory guidelines through continuous education on updates to ICD-10-CM/PCS codes and Coding Clinic guidance.
- Applied ICD-9 coding to accurately classify inpatient charts for effective medical record management.
Education
Associate of Science - Health Information Management
Skills
ICD-10-cM coding
Medical record review
HIPAA compliance
Healthcare reimbursement
Use of Epic and 3M
Procedural coding
Continuing education
ICD-10-pCS coding
Inpatient coding guidelines
Certification
- RHIT - Registered Health Information Technician
Timeline
Inpatient Coder
Summa Health System - Akron Campus
07.2002 - CurrentRead More
Inpatient Coder
Health Information Partners
2018 - 2023Read More
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Caban Resources
2012 - 2014Read More
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Massillon Community Hospital
2000 - 2001Read More
Stark State College
Associate of Science from Health Information Management
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