Tara Leister, CPC, CCC
Health First Medical Group
MELBOURNE,FL
12
years of professional experience
Detail-oriented Outpatient Coder II skilled in coding accuracy, team collaboration, and error resolution. Committed to patient confidentially, continuing education, & supporting organizational goals.
Work History
Outpatient Medical Coder II
8 Years 1 Month- Review and interpret patient records to ensure accurate coding for outpatient services.
- Follow up with providers to resolve discrepancies with supporting documentation.
- Implement coding guidelines to enhance compliance with industry standards.
- Participate in continuing education opportunities, staying current with advances and evolving industry standards that impact outpatient coding practices.
- Uphold confidentiality policies regarding patient information and adhere to HIPAA requirements.
- Resourcefully use various coding books, procedure manuals, and online encoders.
Accounts Representative II
4 Years 1 Month- Contributed to billing processes by maintaining accuracy and compliance with regulations.
- Verified patient insurance and benefits upon referral.
- Requested authorization for services as needed.
- Prepared and audited claims for accuracy prior to submission to insurance companies.
- Monitored and identified reimbursement issues in order to bring to resolution.
- Answered incoming phone calls to main office and triaged accordingly.
Education
Associate of Arts
Skills
Procedural coding
Diagnostic coding
Medical record review
Coding error resolution
HIPAA compliance
Medical terminology
Coding compliance
Detail-oriented
Adaptability
Reliability
Team collaboration
Timeline
Outpatient Medical Coder II
Health First Medical Group
10.2018 - CurrentRead More
Accounts Representative II
Hospice of Health First
09.2014 - 10.2018Read More
Delaware County Community College
Associate of Arts
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