SHERRY HIGDON
CPC
Ft. Collins
Summary
Hard-working, dedicated Certified Professional Coder with a vast understanding of ICD-10-CM and CPT coding procedures. 4+ years of experience in most aspects of coding. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
2016
2016
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Store Associate
Sally Beauty Holding, Inc.
10.2024 - Current
- Beauty consulting
- Handled cash register operations accurately, balancing drawers at the end of each shift.
- Resolved customer inquiries and issues promptly, demonstrating excellent communication skills.
- Assisted with inventory management, ensuring accurate counts and proper storage of products.
- Phone and online orders
- Maintained tidy and organized store to comply with cleanliness standards.
- Maintained a clean and safe shopping environment for customers through regular cleaning and monitoring of store conditions.
- Greeted customers, helped locate merchandise, and suggested suitable options.
- Checked pricing, scanned items, applied discounts, and printed receipts to ring up customers.
HM Coder
TeamHealth
01.2017 - 02.2019
- Assign ICD-10-CM Diagnosis and ICD-10PCS Procedure Codes
- Keep a good understanding of carrier’s coding rules and updates.
- Knowledge of medical terminology and physiological systems.
- Proficient in numerous EMR Computer Software Programs.
- Consistently met or exceeded production.
- Delivered consistent results under pressure by prioritizing tasks effectively during periods of high workload or tight deadlines.
- Correctly coded and billed medical claims for various hospital facilities.
Cosmetologist
Self-employed
11.2013 - 05.2016
Cosmetologist
Smart Styles Salon
06.2011 - 10.2013
- Management
Education
Ceritfied Risk Coder
American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC)
06-2025
Certified Professional Coder -
Walters State Community College
Morristown, TNCertificate of Billing and Coding Specialist - undefined
National Health Career Association
Licensed Cosmetologist - undefined
Tennessee School of Beauty and Culture
Knoxville, TNSkills
- Reliable team member
- Timely attendance
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Skilled in technology applications
- Strong understanding of anatomy
- Medical terminology
- Clinical documentation
- Coding error resolution
- Inpatient records coding
- HIPAA compliance
- Medical coding and abstracting
- Confidentiality practices
Timeline
Store Associate
Sally Beauty Holding, Inc.
10.2024 - Current
HM Coder
TeamHealth
01.2017 - 02.2019
Cosmetologist
Self-employed
11.2013 - 05.2016
Cosmetologist
Smart Styles Salon
06.2011 - 10.2013
Certificate of Billing and Coding Specialist - undefined
National Health Career Association
Licensed Cosmetologist - undefined
Tennessee School of Beauty and Culture
Ceritfied Risk Coder
American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC)
Certified Professional Coder -
Walters State Community College
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