Patricia Fear
Point Pleasant,NJ
Summary
Seasoned Outpatient Level III Coder with a robust background at Atlanticare, showcasing expertise in medical billing and a commitment to accuracy. Demonstrates a profound understanding of medical terminology and CPC registration, excelling in performance analysis and data management. Proven track record in enhancing coding procedures and maintaining comprehensive medical records. 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
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Coder Outpatient Level III
Atlanticare
01.2014 - Current
- Correctly coded and billed medical claims for various hospital and nursing facilities.
- Reviewed patient charts to better understand health histories, diagnoses, and treatments.
- 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.
- Verified signatures and checked medical charts for accuracy and completion.
- Used classification manuals to gain additional knowledge of disease and diagnoses processes.
- Verified accuracy of patient information in medical records.
- Maintained accuracy, completeness, and security for medical records and health information.
- Input data into computer programs and filing systems.
Education
High School Diploma -
Montclair High School
Montclair, NJSkills
- CPC registration
- Performance Analysis
- Knowledgeable in [Software]
- Medical Terminology
- Proficiency in [Software]
- Continuing education
- Medical Billing
- outpatient coding
Affiliations
- American Association of Proffesional Coders
Certification
- CPC - Certified Professional Coder
walking, jigsaw puzzles, gardening
I am a nature lover and spend most of my time walking and hiking weather permitting.
Love gardening and planting and yard maintenance
always have a jigsaw puzzle going (minimum 1000 pc) to keep an active mind
also enjoy word games
Timeline
Coder Outpatient Level III
Atlanticare
01.2014 - Current
High School Diploma -
Montclair High School