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Susan Bard
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Summary
Cardiovascular RN worked in Cardiac Catheterization and Electrophysiology Lab.
Coding specialist with a strong focus on accuracy in coding and clinical documentation, leveraging extensive cardiology nursing experience. Proven ability to collaborate with clinical teams to improve charge capture processes, resulting in measurable financial enhancements. Committed to maintaining high standards in coding practices and documentation accuracy.
Overview
1
1
Certification
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Charge Capture Specialist
Yale New Haven Health System
New Haven
02.2017 - 09.2025
- Analyzed clinical documentation in Epic Systems to identify missed charges and inaccuracies in cardiology and peripheral vascular procedures.
- Verified and applied CPT and HCPCS codes to enhance billing accuracy.
- Reviewed charge work queues to resolve discrepancies before claims submission.
- Collaborated with physicians and nursing staff to clarify documentation and obtain missing charge information.
Cardiology Clinical Reimbursement Specialist
Bridgeport Hospital
Bridgeport
01.2012 - 02.2017
- Secured significant financial savings for cardiovascular services through effective reimbursement practices.
- Reviewed documentation and coding compliance for cardiac catheterization and electrophysiology procedures.
- Delivered accurate volume data weekly, monthly, and annually to enhance performance tracking.
Research Coordinator - Department of Cardiology
Bridgeport Hospital
Bridgeport
05.2006 - 12.2011
- Managed data collection processes to maintain compliance with regulatory guidelines and uphold research integrity.
- Coordinated comprehensive tasks for phases two, three, and four clinical trials to support research objectives.
- Facilitated training sessions on research protocols for new staff to enhance operational readiness.
- Maintained accurate documentation of research activities and participant records.
Cardiovascular RN Clinical III
Bridgeport Hospital
Bridgeport
08.1989 - 05.2006
- Monitored vital signs, hemodynamic monitoring, administered medication, and provided assistance with medical procedures for patients undergoing therapeutic/interventional procedures in the Cardiac Catheterization Lab and Electrophysiology Lab
- Maintained accurate documentation and collected specimens.
- Provided guidance to new staff members to improve their skills in the workplace. to enhance proficiency and teamwork.
Clinical Registered Nurse II
Bridgeport Hospital
Bridgeport
04.1986 - 08.1989
- Delivered comprehensive patient care in Medical Intensive Care Unit to support recovery and enhance patient outcomes
Education
University of Bridgeport
Bridgeport, CT05-1981
Skills
- Clinical documentation
- CPT HCPCS
- Epic charting
- Clinical documentation and attention to detail
- Charge capture compliance
- Cardiac nursing
- Patient safety
- CPT coding
- Charge reconciliation
Certification
- CT Registered Nurse License # E44112
- CPC -Certified Professional Coder
- CCC - Certified Cardiology Coder
- CIRCC - Certified Interventional Radiology Cardiovascular Coder
Timeline
Clinical Charge Capture Specialist
Yale New Haven Health System
02.2017 - 09.2025
Cardiology Clinical Reimbursement Specialist
Bridgeport Hospital
01.2012 - 02.2017
Research Coordinator - Department of Cardiology
Bridgeport Hospital
05.2006 - 12.2011
Cardiovascular RN Clinical III
Bridgeport Hospital
08.1989 - 05.2006
Clinical Registered Nurse II
Bridgeport Hospital
04.1986 - 08.1989
University of Bridgeport