Priyanka Chitti, MBBS (MD), CCDS
Redding,CA
Summary
Foreign Medical Physician experienced in inpatient Clinical Documentation demonstrating mastery of medical terminology, coding fundamentals, and compliance requirements. Strengths include critical thinking, process improvement strategies and strong interpersonal communication skills. Previous roles involve clinical expertise in acute care settings as well as enhancing clinical documentation processes for accuracy, leading to improved quality of patient care and streamlined operations.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Documentation Specialist
Shasta Regional Medical Center
Redding
03.2022 - Current
- Review approximately 20 inpatient cases per day, with a query rate of 30%, and a progressive query rate of 85%.
- Analyze and interpret clinical data to identify gaps, inconsistencies, and opportunities for improvement in the clinical documentation for appropriate assignment of MS-DRG, APR-DRG, and capturing MCCs and CCs, and query the provider using the concurrent query process, following ACDIS/AHIMA guidelines for compliant query writing.
- Communicate with physicians, mid-level providers, and residents to clarify information, obtain needed documentation, present opportunities, and provide education on appropriate MS-DRG based on the severity of illness and reducing denials.
- Assist in maintaining a low monthly DNFB by ensuring accurate and complete documentation, and streamlining billing processes along with the CDI manager.
- Attend GLOS meetings with physicians and case managers to collaborate on patient care, provide guidance on documentation requirements, and provide insight on inpatient criteria for patient accounts.
- Provide Clinical Documentation education to residents, new CDI trainees, and mid-level providers, and serve as a consultant when needed.
Physician Assistant/ Medical Sub-Intern
Cardiometabolic Institute Of New Jersey
Somerset
09.2021 - 03.2022
- Primary care: Comprehensive history-taking, physical examination, and medication information using the EMR (electronic medical record) system.
- Ordering and analyzing lab tests and medical reports, recording vital signs, and drawing blood.
- Refilling and adjusting medications, writing referrals, and scheduling follow-ups.
- Recommending routine screening tests and vaccinations, and counseling patients regarding lifestyle modification and setting weight-loss targets.
- Educated patients and answered questions about health conditions, prognosis, and treatment.
Medical Sub-Intern
CentraState Medical Center
Freehold, NJ
01.2021 - 09.2021
- Managed a high-volume patient load with diverse conditions, including acute respiratory failure, sepsis, and heart failure.
- Actively participated in daily rounds, presenting complex cases and contributing to discussions on differential diagnosis and management strategies.
- Gained hands-on experience in procedures, including venipuncture, IV placement, arterial blood gas sampling, and Foley catheter insertion, under supervision.
- Developed clinical judgment in managing chronic and acute conditions, such as diabetes, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and gastrointestinal bleeding.
- Collaborated with attendings and residents in formulating patient care plans, including adjusting medication regimens, and discharge planning.
- Monitored patient progress, documented daily notes, and provided updates to both the care team and patients' families.
Physician
Manipal University
Karnataka, India
03.2018 - 12.2020
- Manage a high-volume inpatient caseload, overseeing the care of patients with complex and acute conditions, including sepsis, heart failure, pneumonia, and renal failure.
- Ordering and analyzing lab tests and medical reports, recording vital signs, drawing blood, refilling and adjusting medications, writing referrals, and scheduling follow-ups.
- Perform various procedures, including central line placement, thoracentesis, lumbar puncture, and paracentesis, under supervision.
- Participate in daily rounds, presenting patient cases, and adjusting treatment plans based on lab results, imaging, and clinical progress.
- Document comprehensive patient histories, assessments, and care plans in the electronic health record (EHR), and ensure clear, concise communication across the care team.
- Actively involved in quality improvement initiatives, including developing protocols to reduce readmission rates, and enhance discharge planning.
- Well-rounded experience working in inpatient and outpatient internal medicine, surgery, anesthesiology, emergency medicine, dermatology, ENT, ophthalmology, OBGYN, and pediatrics.
- Volunteered at community health clinics to provide high-quality care for low-income, and indigent patients.
Medical Sub-Intern- Anesthesiology
Florida International University
Hialeah, USA
03.2019 - 03.2019
- Assisted with the induction, maintenance, and emergence of general anesthesia for adult patients.
- Evaluated patient's medical history prior to administering anesthesia.
- Monitored vital signs during surgery and responded appropriately to changes in patient condition.
- Participated in research projects related to anesthesiology topics such as new drug development or improved techniques for delivering anesthesia services safely.
- Attended weekly meetings with department faculty members to discuss new developments in anesthesiology practice standards and guidelines.
- Conducted patient interviews prior to, during and after procedures to monitor conditions.
Medical Sub-Intern Internal Medicine Inpatient
Hackensack Meridian Health
Palisades Park, USA
10.2018 - 10.2018
- Managed a primary patient caseload under the supervision of attendings, conducting histories, physical exams, and presenting assessments daily.
- Developed differential diagnoses and care plans, emphasizing the management of complex, chronic illnesses such as diabetes, hypertension, and chronic kidney disease.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive care, including coordinating consultations with subspecialties.
- Documented patient progress notes, discharge summaries, and updated problem lists in electronic health records.
- Participated in daily rounds, presented patient cases, and formulated treatment plans with the healthcare team.
- Conducted bedside procedures under supervision, such as venipuncture and IV line placement.
Medical Sub-Intern- Interventional Pain Management
Pain Medicine Of New York
Brooklyn, USA
09.2018 - 09.2018
- Conducted comprehensive pain assessments and histories for patients with chronic pain conditions, including musculoskeletal pain, neuropathy, and spinal conditions.
- Assisted with interventional procedures, such as trigger point injections, nerve blocks, and joint injections.
- Educated patients on pain management strategies, including medication regimens, physical therapy options, and lifestyle modifications.
- Documented patient progress, treatment plans, and procedural notes in electronic health records.
Medical Sub-Intern
SUNY Downstate Hospital
Brooklyn, USA
01.2017 - 01.2017
- Conducted thorough patient evaluations, histories, and physical exams for admitted patients.
- Presented daily patient assessments to attendings, and participated in treatment planning.
- Managed a primary patient load under supervision, coordinating care with multidisciplinary teams.
- Documented clinical findings, progress notes, and discharge summaries in electronic medical records.
Education
M.B.B.S (MD) - Medicine
Kasturba Medical College
IndiaSkills
- Documentation compliance
- Medical terminology and anatomy
- DRG assignment
- 3M Encoder
- Medical records and documentation
- Patient assessment
- Query generation
- Proficient in Meditech EMR
Additional Information
US Medical Licensing Examination- Step 1- PASS
Leadership roles:
Class Representative for 250 cohort
Event Organizer for University Medical Conferences
Student Representative at University Board of Studies Meetings
Vice President of the American Medical Student Association- Mangalore, India Chapter.
Poster Presentation in the 11th YESMEETING medical conference held at Porto, Portugal. Publication- Nair, Namitha, Sampath Madhyastha, Priyanka Chitti , Teresa Joy, and Vandana Blossom. "Does Chronic Administration of Sodium Valproate to Juvenile Rats Induce Movement Disorder and Cognitive Dysfunction during Adulthood?" Iranian Journal of Toxicology 12, no. 1 (2018): 39-46.
Certification
Certified Clinical Documentation Specialist (Credential ID- CD2405486)
Timeline
Clinical Documentation Specialist
Shasta Regional Medical Center
03.2022 - Current
Physician Assistant/ Medical Sub-Intern
Cardiometabolic Institute Of New Jersey
09.2021 - 03.2022
Medical Sub-Intern
CentraState Medical Center
01.2021 - 09.2021
Medical Sub-Intern- Anesthesiology
Florida International University
03.2019 - 03.2019
Medical Sub-Intern Internal Medicine Inpatient
Hackensack Meridian Health
10.2018 - 10.2018
Medical Sub-Intern- Interventional Pain Management
Pain Medicine Of New York
09.2018 - 09.2018
Physician
Manipal University
03.2018 - 12.2020
Medical Sub-Intern
SUNY Downstate Hospital
01.2017 - 01.2017
Certified Clinical Documentation Specialist (Credential ID- CD2405486)
M.B.B.S (MD) - Medicine
Kasturba Medical College
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