Sasha Douglas
Lansing,MI
Summary
Precision-driven Medical Coding Specialist known for productive and efficient task completion. Specialize in ICD-10, CPT coding, and medical terminology, ensuring accuracy in all documentation. Excel in time management, problem-solving, and adaptability to new technologies, contributing to streamlined billing processes and improved revenue cycle management. Possess strong communication skills, facilitating effective collaboration with healthcare providers to verify information and clarify diagnoses when necessary.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Coding Specialist
Henry Ford Hospital
Detroit, Michigan
10.2024 - Current
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA regulations.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of coding changes, updates, and new rules.
- Collaborated with other departments such as billing, clinical documentation improvement, quality assurance to ensure accurate coding practices are being followed.
- Coded diagnoses and procedures from patient medical records using ICD-10-CM and CPT-4 codes.
Medical Coding Specialist
Ascension
Detroit
12.2017 - 10.2024
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of coding changes, updates, and new rules.
- Collaborated with other departments such as billing, clinical documentation improvement, quality assurance to ensure accurate coding practices are being followed.
- Provided support for coding queries raised by coders or staff members regarding specific cases or coding issues.
- Validated accuracy of diagnosis codes as well as modifiers used on claims before final submission to payer and insurance companies.
Medical Coding Specialist
Premier Healthcare
Bloomfield Hills, Michigan
09.2015 - 03.2018
- Compiled reports on coding accuracy, completeness, and compliance with regulations.
- Ensured timely submission of all claim forms according to established deadlines.
- Collaborated with medical staff to clarify diagnoses or treatments when necessary.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Health Information Technology
Baker College
06-2015
Medical Coding And Billing
North Central College
Computer Programming
St Clair County Community College
English Literature
Finlandia University
Skills
- ICD-10 coding
- CPT coding
- Claims processing
- Regulatory compliance
- Medical terminology
- Quality assurance
- Confidentiality practices
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Time management
- HIPAA compliance
Certification
- Registered Health Information Technician
Timeline
Medical Coding Specialist
Henry Ford Hospital
10.2024 - Current
Medical Coding Specialist
Ascension
12.2017 - 10.2024
Medical Coding Specialist
Premier Healthcare
09.2015 - 03.2018
Associate of Applied Science - Health Information Technology
Baker College
Medical Coding And Billing
North Central College
Computer Programming
St Clair County Community College
English Literature
Finlandia University