Sara Philion
Hawley
Summary
Enthusiastic and detail-oriented undergraduate pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Psychology, aiming to utilize strong organizational abilities and apply my academic knowledge to a research assistant position where I can contribute to impactful studies through data collection, literature reviews, and participant recruitment.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Professional Coder, Provider Practice
Sanford Health
Sioux Falls, SD - Remote
05.2019 - 08.2025
- Continually exceeded the daily productivity standard while maintaining a 95% coding accuracy rate.
- Analyzed trauma, general surgery clinic and operative reports for accurate coding and compliance with regulations.
- Applied official ICD-10 and CPT coding conventions and rules from American Medical Association and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services to assign diagnostic codes and procedural codes.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to clarify documentation and improve coding accuracy.
- Mentored staff on complex coding scenarios, enhancing team knowledge and performance.
- Promoted teamwork within the department through effective communication and collaboration on complex cases.
Outpatient Coder
Essentia Health
Fosston, MN - Onsite And Remote
04.2010 - 05.2019
- Utilized ICD-10 and CPT coding systems for outpatient services, enhancing billing accuracy for various services including the emergency department, minor procedures, nursing homes, outpatient observations, and ancillary services.
- Reviewed clinical documentation to ensure accurate coding and compliance with regulations.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to clarify ambiguities in patient records.
- Trained new coders on coding guidelines, best practices, and departmental procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Southwest Minnesota State University
Marshall, MN05.2027
Certificate - Health Communication
Southwest Minnesota State University
Marshall, Minnesota, MN05-2027
Associate of Arts - Graphic Design
Valencia Community College
Orlando, FL12-2007
Skills
- Maintain high-quality standards and efficiently manage multiple tasks simultaneously
- Proactive and adaptable, embracing new challenges and learning opportunities
- Highly organized and detail-oriented, ensuring accuracy in all tasks
- Creative problem-solver, able to think critically and find effective solutions
- Knowledge of medical terminology
- HIPAA compliant
- Epic Electronic Healthcare systems
Memberships
American Psychology Association
Timeline
Professional Coder, Provider Practice
Sanford Health
05.2019 - 08.2025
Outpatient Coder
Essentia Health
04.2010 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Southwest Minnesota State University
Certificate - Health Communication
Southwest Minnesota State University
Associate of Arts - Graphic Design
Valencia Community College