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Stacy Goodman, CCS, CCS-P, CRC, CPAR

Fayetteville

Summary

Accomplished Certified Medical Coder with expertise in ICD-10 and CPT coding at Emory Healthcare. Demonstrated commitment to HIPAA compliance and continuous education, significantly reducing claim denials through meticulous documentation review and effective communication. Proven ability to enhance coding accuracy and support financial stability through detailed audits and trend analysis.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Medical Coder

Emory Healthcare
03.2005 - 08.2025
  • Improved accuracy of medical coding by thoroughly reviewing patient records and assigning correct codes for diagnoses and procedures.
  • Reviewed outpatient records and interpreted documentation to identify diagnoses and procedures.
  • Maintained compliance with industry regulations by staying up-to-date on the latest changes in medical coding guidelines and conventions.
  • Maintained updated knowledge of coding requirements, through continuing education and certification renewal.
  • Supported continuous improvement initiatives within the coding department by actively participating in team meetings, trainings, and sharing best practices with colleagues.
  • Verified, coded and added modifiers to diagnoses.
  • Protected patient confidentiality by adhering strictly to HIPAA regulations when handling sensitive information related to medical records, treatments, and diagnoses.
  • Utilized advanced knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology to accurately assign codes for complex or rare diagnoses and procedures.
  • Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development by participating in relevant industry conferences, workshops, and webinars to stay current with emerging trends in medical coding best practices.
  • Guarded against fraud and abuse by verifying coded data accurately reflected services provided.
  • Ensured data integrity by meticulously auditing coded data, verifying its accuracy, and making necessary adjustments as needed.
  • Educated clinical staff on proper documentation techniques and terminology to ensure accurate representation of patient conditions and treatments for optimal coding outcomes.
  • Reduced claim denials by consistently applying knowledge of payer-specific coding requirements while preparing claims for submission.
  • Applied official coding conventions and rules from American Medical Association and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services to assign diagnostic codes.
  • Interacted with physicians and other healthcare staff to ask questions regarding patient services.
  • Resourcefully used various coding books, procedure manuals, and on-line encoders.
  • Reviewed patient charts to better understand health histories, diagnoses, and treatments.
  • Trained and mentored junior coders to support growth and development amd apply high-quality coding practices.
  • Performed on-site coding audits to determine accuracy and compliance with coding guidelines.
  • Followed up with medical staff regarding missing information in patient records.
  • Utilized electronic medical record systems to store, retrieve and process patient data.
  • Input data into computer programs and filing systems.
  • Reviewed, analyzed, and managed coding of diagnostic and treatment procedures contained in outpatient medical records.
  • Enhanced revenue cycle management by identifying under-coded services and submitting accurate claims for reimbursement.
  • Aided in reducing backlogs of incomplete charts or unassigned codes through focused efforts during periods of high volume or staffing shortages.

Certified Medical Coder

Spalding Regional Hospital
01.1999 - 03.2007
  • Participated in quality assurance reviews to assess the accuracy of coded data submitted by peers and provide constructive feedback for improvement when necessary.
  • Streamlined billing processes by effectively collaborating with healthcare providers, insurance companies, and patients to resolve any discrepancies or issues.
  • Correctly coded and billed medical claims for various hospital and nursing facilities.
  • Verified signatures and checked medical charts for accuracy and completion.
  • Utilized active listening, interpersonal, and telephone etiquette skills when communicating with others.
  • Monitored changes in coding regulations to provide recommendations for compliance.
  • Verified accuracy of patient information in medical records.
  • Communicated effectively with staff, patients, and insurance companies by email and telephone.
  • Maintained accuracy, completeness, and security for medical records and health information.
  • Sorted and distributed incoming and outgoing medical records.
  • Used classification manuals to gain additional knowledge of disease and diagnoses processes.
  • Assisted in training new staff on medical record processing and filing procedures.
  • Improved accuracy of medical coding by thoroughly reviewing patient records and assigning correct codes for diagnoses and procedures.
  • Reviewed outpatient records and interpreted documentation to identify diagnoses and procedures.
  • Maintained compliance with industry regulations by staying up-to-date on the latest changes in medical coding guidelines and conventions.
  • Maintained updated knowledge of coding requirements, through continuing education and certification renewal.
  • Verified, coded and added modifiers to diagnoses.
  • Protected patient confidentiality by adhering strictly to HIPAA regulations when handling sensitive information related to medical records, treatments, and diagnoses.
  • Utilized advanced knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology to accurately assign codes for complex or rare diagnoses and procedures.
  • Guarded against fraud and abuse by verifying coded data accurately reflected services provided.
  • Applied official coding conventions and rules from American Medical Association and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services to assign diagnostic codes.
  • Interacted with physicians and other healthcare staff to ask questions regarding patient services.
  • Resourcefully used various coding books, procedure manuals, and on-line encoders.
  • Reviewed patient charts to better understand health histories, diagnoses, and treatments.
  • Followed up with medical staff regarding missing information in patient records.
  • Input data into computer programs and filing systems.
  • Reviewed, analyzed, and managed coding of diagnostic and treatment procedures contained in outpatient medical records.

Certified Medical Coder

Fayette Medical Clinic
01.1995 - 12.1999
  • Supported company''s financial stability by precisely identifying trends and patterns related to coding errors, denial reasons, and reimbursement delays.
  • Communicated with insurance companies to research and resolved coding discrepancies.
  • Reviewed medical records for completeness and filed records in alphabetic and numeric order.
  • Researched and resolved medical record discrepancies.
  • Ensured data integrity by meticulously auditing coded data, verifying its accuracy, and making necessary adjustments as needed.
  • Reduced claim denials by consistently applying knowledge of payer-specific coding requirements while preparing claims for submission.
  • Correctly coded and billed medical claims for various hospital and nursing facilities.
  • Monitored changes in coding regulations to provide recommendations for compliance.
  • Verified accuracy of patient information in medical records.
  • Communicated effectively with staff, patients, and insurance companies by email and telephone.
  • Maintained accuracy, completeness, and security for medical records and health information.
  • Sorted and distributed incoming and outgoing medical records.
  • Verified, coded and added modifiers to diagnoses.
  • Guarded against fraud and abuse by verifying coded data accurately reflected services provided.
  • Interacted with physicians and other healthcare staff to ask questions regarding patient services.
  • Resourcefully used various coding books, procedure manuals, and on-line encoders.
  • Input data into computer programs and filing systems.
  • Reviewed, analyzed, and managed coding of diagnostic and treatment procedures contained in outpatient medical records.

Education

Gospel Light Christian Academy
Winder, GA - High School Diploma

Skills

  • Diagnostic coding accuracy
  • HIPAA compliance awareness
  • Clinical documentation review
  • Continuing education commitment
  • EPIC product experience working in Work queues and resolving Errors/Warnings and electronic health record navigation
  • ICD-10 and CPT and HCPCS Level II proficiency
  • E/M coding and auditing for providers
  • Medical coding expertise also with surgical coding, auditing and quality assurance
  • Time management aptitude

Certification

  • CCS-P - Certified Coding Specialist - Physician - Based, September 1997
  • CCS - Certified Coding Specialist, September 1999
  • CRC - Certified Risk Adjustment Coder, December 2020
  • CPAR - Certified Patient Accounts Representative, August 2023

Timeline

Certified Medical Coder

Emory Healthcare
03.2005 - 08.2025

Certified Medical Coder

Spalding Regional Hospital
01.1999 - 03.2007

Certified Medical Coder

Fayette Medical Clinic
01.1995 - 12.1999

Gospel Light Christian Academy

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