Sarah George
Forest
Summary
Detail-oriented Coding Integrity Specialist proficient in ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS coding. Committed to ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations and enhancing coding accuracy through meticulous analysis of medical records.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Professional Coding Integrity Specialist
Blanchard Valley Health System
Findlay, OH
10.2023 - Current
- Analyzed medical records to ensure accurate coding and compliance with regulations.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to clarify documentation for optimal code assignment.
- Utilized ICD-10 and CPT coding systems to classify patient diagnoses and procedures accurately.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of coding guidelines, ensuring adherence to industry standards.
- Increased coding accuracy by diligently reviewing medical documentation and applying appropriate codes.
Front Office Administrative Assistant
Schaeferle and Schaeferle Dental
Kenton, OH
06.2022 - 10.2023
- Scheduled and confirmed appointments, greeted patients, answered phones with efficiency.
- Coordinated patient intake process.
- Assisted with billing inquiries and insurance verifications.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information in compliance with HIPAA regulations, ensuring trust and safety in operations.
- Collect patient and client documents and information upon referral.
- Managed phone and email correspondence and handled incoming and outgoing mail and faxes.
Front Office Administrative Assistant
Dr. Scott Guice, D.D.S, P. A.
Huntsville, NC
06.2006 - 08.2007
- Managed appointment scheduling and patient communications effectively.
- Coordinated patient intake processes.
- Assisted with billing inquiries and insurance verifications, improving patient satisfaction and resolution times.
- Developed and maintained filing systems, enhancing document retrieval speed and organization for staff.
Education
CPC - Certified Professional Coder Certification
AAPC
12.2023
Skills
- ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS coding proficiency
- Expert problem solving
- Analytical thinking
- Quality assurance
- HIPAA regulations adherence
Certification
- CPC - Certified Professional Coder
Timeline
Professional Coding Integrity Specialist
Blanchard Valley Health System
10.2023 - Current
Front Office Administrative Assistant
Schaeferle and Schaeferle Dental
06.2022 - 10.2023
Front Office Administrative Assistant
Dr. Scott Guice, D.D.S, P. A.
06.2006 - 08.2007
CPC - Certified Professional Coder Certification
AAPC