Patricia Sykora
Woodbury,MN
Summary
Detail-oriented Medical Coding Analyst with proven ICD-10 proficiency, ensuring compliance and accuracy in coding practices. Expertise in HIPAA compliance and workflow optimization drives efficiency and enhances documentation quality. Also Medical Coding Analyst with over a decade of experience in procedural coding and regulatory compliance. Skilled in mentoring junior coders and collaborating with healthcare teams to streamline workflows and improve documentation practices and an experienced Medical Coding Analyst recognized for critical thinking and procedural coding accuracy. Committed to enhancing coding practices and maintaining high standards of compliance, ready to contribute to improved healthcare documentation and coding efficiency.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Coding Analyst
HealthPartners
Saint Paul, MN
10.2012 - Current
- Analyzed medical coding data to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and accuracy.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to resolve coding discrepancies and improve documentation practices.
- Conducted regular audits of coded claims to maintain quality assurance and enhance process efficiency.
- Developed training materials for new coding staff, fostering knowledge sharing and best practices.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to clarify diagnoses, procedures, and documentation for precise code selection.
- Demonstrated commitment to ethical practice through adherence to established guidelines for privacy, confidentiality, and security of patient information.
- Maintained high levels of productivity by efficiently managing a large volume of cases, prioritizing tasks based on urgency and complexity.
- Streamlined workflow for the coding team by implementing efficient processes and organization strategies.
- Reviewed patient charts to better understand health histories, diagnoses, and treatments.
- Trained and mentored junior coders to support growth and development amd apply high-quality coding practices.
- Maintained accuracy, completeness, and security for medical records and health information.
Bartender
Applebee's Grill + Bar
Woodbury, MN
08.2007 - Current
- Supervised bar operations, ensuring compliance with safety and health regulations.
- Mentored junior staff, enhancing cocktail preparation and customer service skills.
- Developed seasonal drink menus, boosting customer engagement and satisfaction.
- Implemented efficient inventory management practices, reducing waste and improving stock levels.
- Trained new bartenders on mixology techniques and POS system utilization.
- Resolved customer complaints swiftly, maintaining high levels of guest satisfaction.
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Health Information Technology
Rasmussen College
Lake Elmo, MN09-2012
Skills
- Procedural coding accuracy
- ICD-10 proficiency
- Leadership qualities
- Critical thinking
- HIPAA compliance
- Diagnostic coding accuracy
- Continuous learning mindset
- Electronic health records experience
- Clinical documentation review
- Medical terminology expertise
- Workflow optimization
- Medical terminology
Certification
- RHIT - Registered Health Information Technician
Timeline
Medical Coding Analyst
HealthPartners
10.2012 - Current
Bartender
Applebee's Grill + Bar
08.2007 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Health Information Technology
Rasmussen College