Efficient individual with robust background in medical coding. Proficient in accurately coding patient records and ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations. Demonstrated expertise in utilizing coding software and maintaining detailed documentation.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Coder
University of Southern Alabama Medical Center
03.2024 - Current
Review clinical documentation to assign accurate diagnosis and procedure codes for outpatient encounters.
Apply appropriate coding guidelines and conventions as defined by official coding rules and the organization’s internal policies.
Ensure coding accuracy and compliance with applicable federal and state regulations including CMS, HIPAA, and other payer-specific requirements.
Abstract relevant information from medical records and input it into the appropriate billing systems.
Work with physicians, clinical staff, and other departments to clarify documentation and resolve coding discrepancies.
Utilize various coding tools and software such as 3M Encoder, TruCode, EPIC, Cerner, and others.
Conduct coding audits and assist in continuous quality improvement efforts.
Maintain productivity and accuracy standards in alignment with departmental KPIs.
Keep up to date with changes in coding guidelines, compliance regulations, and payer-specific rules
Review and apply appropriate National Coverage Determinations (NCDs) and Local Coverage Determinations (LCDs) to ensure services are medically necessary and meet Medicare compliance requirements.
Medical Coder /Documentation Auditor
Performant
10.2021 - 04.2024
Performs coding audits; reviewing for compliance and accuracy with CPT, ICD-10, HCPCS and corporate coding policy and follows up for timely completion within designated time
Maintains excellent documentation of all reviews, methodologies employed, results, corrective actions implemented, and monitoring.
Release all charts to QA once rational is finalized by the coder
Maintains production standard of 40 charts daily
Consistently audited at 98% accuracy
Utilizing Cerner and True code encoder
Diagnosis and procedural coding of Injection and Infusions, Anesthesia, OBS, SDS, Joint Replacements, Labs, x-rays
Experience with Level-1 Trauma and Academic facilities
Ability to pivot to meet client’s needs
Billing Specialist/Team Lead
BayMark Health Services
04.2018 - 10.2021
Assist in billing and processing claims
Assist in preparation of reports/ audit for month end
Review and resubmission of all denied claim
Payment posting
Billing Release for all payers
Verified accuracy of accounts payable payments, resulting in 95% reduction in payment errors and check reissues.
Authorization and Revenue Cycle Specialist
Behavior Health Group
09.2016 - 08.2017
Manage submissions of service authorization and follow up processing of approvals by all payers
Communicate and work cooperatively with Finance and Revenue Cycle departments in all aspects
Cross train on Revenue Cycle procedures
Track Authorization threshold on all Government and commercial client accounts
Work we billing specialist to review explanation of benefits, paying special detail to error an claims denials
Plans
ROI Specialist-lead
CIOX Health
09.2012 - 09.2016
Responsible for analyzing inpatient hospital reports for physician signatures in regards to medical record release
Hospital coding
Supervision of a team of five release of information specialist
Responsible for coordinating medical record requests with external vendors
Training and orientation for all new Release of Information Specialist
Managed the E Smart log database for all release of medical record requests
Problem solved all patient complaints with positive resolutions
Worked first hand with Revenue Cycle team to make sure all referrals and appeals are completed and resubmitted when appropriate.
Working first hand with chief of compliance for all legal request.
Office Manager
Theramatrix Physical Therapy
04.2011 - 06.2012
Responsible for analyzing patients office visits for provider signatures and date of service
Coordination of patient registration and patient billing in Medical Manager System
Responsible for resubmitting denied claims with EOB
Reviewed patients chart ensuring the entire chart is HIPPA compliant
Claims follow-up to ensure all appropriate documents were received to process the claim
Payment posting in Medical Manager System
Data entry for patient demographics and insurance information
Supervising the office to make sure all doctor referrals, scheduling, and appeals were appropriately filed.
Training and Orientation for new employees
Implementation of all new processes and procedures for the office staff
Submitting payroll
Education
Associate's degree - Health Information Management
Colin College
McKinney, TX
05.2021
Bachelor of Science -
Saginaw Valley State University
Saginaw, MI
06.2011
Certification
RHIT - Registered Health Information Technician
Timeline
Medical Coder
University of Southern Alabama Medical Center
03.2024 - Current
Medical Coder /Documentation Auditor
Performant
10.2021 - 04.2024
Billing Specialist/Team Lead
BayMark Health Services
04.2018 - 10.2021
Authorization and Revenue Cycle Specialist
Behavior Health Group
09.2016 - 08.2017
ROI Specialist-lead
CIOX Health
09.2012 - 09.2016
Office Manager
Theramatrix Physical Therapy
04.2011 - 06.2012
Associate's degree - Health Information Management
Clinical Documentation Associate at University Medical Center, University of AlabamaClinical Documentation Associate at University Medical Center, University of Alabama
Clinical Certified Medical Assistant at University of South Alabama Medical CenterClinical Certified Medical Assistant at University of South Alabama Medical Center
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant at University of Alabama Medical CenterCertified Clinical Medical Assistant at University of Alabama Medical Center