Rebecca Bates CPC
Wrens,GA
Summary
Experienced Certified Professional Coder skilled in coding procedures and ensuring billing accuracy through meticulous review of patient records. . In-depth understanding of medical terminology, ICD-10 codes, and HIPAA regulations.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Professional Coder
Augusta University Health System / Wellstar Health System
09.2015 - Current
- Reviewed documentation from teaching physician to ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Verified diagnoses for all charges to confirm procedure justification.
- Ensured completeness of documentation prior to billing for procedures.
- Identified billable services in accordance with established coding practices.
- Conducted coding for inpatient E&M and bedside procedures in diverse surgical specialties.
- Coded surgical cases involving level 1 trauma care, Plastic Surgery, Minimally Invasive Surgery, Pediatric Surgery
- Adhered to coding and billing compliance guidelines throughout all processes.
Certified Professional Coder
Center For Primary Care
08.2005 - 08.2015
- Accurately coded charges and posted all entries from fee tickets and medical records using ICD9-CM and CPT HCPCS coding systems.
- Verified charges contained correct diagnoses to justify procedures.
- Ensured completeness of documentation prior to billing procedures.
- Followed compliance guidelines for coding and billing practices.
- Coded outpatient E&M codes, ensuring accuracy and adherence to regulations.
- Processed coding for stress tests, joint injections, CT scans, Prolia injections, X-ray, MRI labs, Dexa scans, and Reclast injections.
Education
Coding Certification Workshop -
Steve Adams/Inguage Healthcare Solutions
01.2012
Middle Georgia College
High School Diploma -
Hephzibah Comprehensive High
Skills
- Medical coding and billing
- CPT and ICD coding
- Documentation compliance review
- Healthcare regulations expertise
References
- Kelly Smith, (706) 799-4477
- Heather Edwards, (706) 414-3432
- Monique Baskett, (706) 951-1396
Timeline
Certified Professional Coder
Augusta University Health System / Wellstar Health System
09.2015 - Current
Certified Professional Coder
Center For Primary Care
08.2005 - 08.2015
Coding Certification Workshop -
Steve Adams/Inguage Healthcare Solutions
Middle Georgia College
High School Diploma -
Hephzibah Comprehensive High
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