Sonya Petty
Public health
Durham,North Carolina
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong interdisciplinary work skill, team player, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Record Coder -Emergency Room PB II
Duke University Hospital Systems
12.2019 - Current
- I analysis the medical record for deficiencies and assign the proper diagnosis code (ICD 10), E/M (Evaluation and Management) level on the emergency room accounts for Physician billing.
Outpatient Medical Coder/Auditor
University of Chicago-Ingalls Memorial Hospital
11.2016 - 11.2019
- I analysis the medical record and assign the diagnosis code (ICD 10), E/M level on the Emergency Room accounts for the hospital financial accounts and calculate infusion and injections.
Traveling Medical Record Coding Consultant
UCLA Health -On Call Miramed
03.2015 - 07.2016
- Abstract and assign the proper ICD-10 diagnosis codes for outpatient coding which includes: Same Day Surgery, Observations, and Emergency Room.
Remote Medical Record Coder
Comforce
09.2013 - 10.2015
- Abstract and assign the proper diagnosis for Outpatient Coding which includes: Same Day Surgery, Observations, Emergency Room and Diagnostics.
Traveling Coding Consultant
Kforce, Inc.
09.2001 - 09.2013
- Abstract and assign the proper diagnosis for Outpatient Coding which includes: Emergency room, Same Day Surgery, Observation, Diagnostic and Non-Intervention Radiology and Interventional radiology.
Medical Coding Consultant
Professional Dynamic Network
05.1999 - 07.2012
- Abstract and assign the proper diagnosis for outpatient coding which includes same day surgery, observations, emergency room and diagnostics
- Billing: Worked in billing along with patient financial service and charge master coordinator to clear billing issue for NCCI edits, claim rejection due to modifier issues, departmental charge issues or medical necessities
- Assisted in auditing inpatient charts, recruited, and audited outpatient charts
- Recruited Medical Coders for Professional Dynamic Network.
Coding Consultant -FT
Quadra Med -Chicago, IL
07.1999 - 01.2001
- Outpatient Coder: same day surgery, observations, emergency room and diagnostics and inpatient auditor.
Medical Coder-FT
St. Mary's Hospital- Kankakee, IL
05.1997 - 01.1999
- Outpatient Coder: abstract and assign the proper diagnosis for outpatient coding which includes same day surgery, observations, emergency room and diagnostics.
Education
Interdisciplinary Studies
Governor State University
01.2022
Health Information Management
Tennessee State University
01.1988
Master of Science - Public Health
University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, NCSkills
- HIPAA Compliance
- Knowledgeable in [Software]Epic, 3M, Stata
- Revenue Cycle Management
- Clinical Documentation
Certification
CCS, Certified Coding Specialist, 1999
Awards
- Ms. Plus Culture Galaxy 2021-2022
- Ms. Elegance Countess 2018-19
- Ms. American Elegance Sophisticate 2017-18
- Ms. Northern Illinois Plus America 2016
- Ms. Illinois Plus America 2015
Volunteer Experience
Dedicated to advocating for the elderly, I actively volunteer with several organizations through my pageant platform. In 2015, I launched the H.E.L.E.N. Project, an initiative named after my late mother, aimed at Helping Elders Live Efficiently Now. This project raises awareness about the challenges faced by the elderly, offers educational resources, and extends support through volunteer work in various facilities.
Beyond my platform, I contribute to serving the homeless community by assembling care packages and engaging with organizations like the Ronald McDonald House. Additionally, I participate in workshops, public speaking engagements, and collaborate with the Alzheimer’s Association to further support those affected by Alzheimer’s disease.
Timeline
Medical Record Coder -Emergency Room PB II
Duke University Hospital Systems
12.2019 - Current
Outpatient Medical Coder/Auditor
University of Chicago-Ingalls Memorial Hospital
11.2016 - 11.2019
Traveling Medical Record Coding Consultant
UCLA Health -On Call Miramed
03.2015 - 07.2016
Remote Medical Record Coder
Comforce
09.2013 - 10.2015
Traveling Coding Consultant
Kforce, Inc.
09.2001 - 09.2013
Coding Consultant -FT
Quadra Med -Chicago, IL
07.1999 - 01.2001
Medical Coding Consultant
Professional Dynamic Network
05.1999 - 07.2012
Medical Coder-FT
St. Mary's Hospital- Kankakee, IL
05.1997 - 01.1999
Interdisciplinary Studies
Governor State University
Health Information Management
Tennessee State University
Master of Science - Public Health
University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill
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