Hi, I’m
Tiffany Vessels
Ruther Glen,Va
Summary
Detail-oriented and Certified Cardiology coder with over 10 years of experience in accurately coding and billing for Cardiac Procedures, including Cardiac Catheterizations, Electrophysiology studies and Ablations. Proficient in ICD-10, CPT and HCPCS coding systems, with strong understanding of Cardiology terminology and compliance regulations. Proven ability to enhance documentation accuracy and optimize reimbursement through meticulous claim review and follow-up.
Overview
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Ensemble Health Partners
Cardiology Coder
07.2014 - Current
Job overview
- Accurately coded Cardiac Catheterizations, Electrophysiology procedures, and Ablations, ensuring compliance with ICD-10 and CPT guidelines.
- Reviewed and edited claims for accuracy while reducing denial rates and improving reimbursement timelines
- Collaborate with cardiologists and healthcare providers to clarify documentation and enhance coding practices.
Rappahannock Gastroenterology Associates
Gastroenterology Coder
03.2012 - 07.2014
Job overview
- Accurately assigned ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS codes for various Gastroenterology procedures, including Endoscopies, Colonoscopies and Biopsies.
- Reviewed procedural documentation to ensure correct coding based on physician notes and reports
- Analyzed medical records and documentation to confirm that all services provided are accurately coded and supported by clinical information.
Fredericksburg Orthopaedic Associates
Closing Physical Therapy Receptionist
05.2010 - 09.2012
Job overview
- Limited to greeting and directing patients and visitors, answering phones, generating schedules, dictation and encounters,reviewing appointment charts, collecting co pays and deductibles from patients entering charges, payments and balancing out quick pays.
- Balancing all payments taken at front desk while on duty
- Taking messages from patients and entering the message into Impact/Touch Chart for the therapist or clinical assistant/ Physician
- Scheduling follow-up appointments for patients and entering demographics as needed
Surgi-center Of Central Virginia
Admitting Receptionist II
06.2008 - 05.2010
Job overview
- Greet and Register patients
- Perform other miscellaneous office/clerical duties
- Notify Family of patients procedure status
- Collect on outstanding patient accounts
- Process filing, maintenance, storage, retrieval, and distribution of medical records
- Compile and file laboratory, pathology, electrocardiogram, and x-ray reports generated for surgery
Education
University of PhoenixTempe, AZ
Bachelor of Science from Healthcare
ECPI University , Richmond Va Richmond, VA
Associate of Applied Science from Healthcare
11-2007
Essex High ScoolTappahannock, VA
High School Diploma
06-2006
Skills
- Epic
- Athena
- Touchworks
- MS Word, Powerpoint, Onenote
Timeline
Cardiology Coder
Ensemble Health Partners
07.2014 - Current
Gastroenterology Coder
Rappahannock Gastroenterology Associates
03.2012 - 07.2014
Closing Physical Therapy Receptionist
Fredericksburg Orthopaedic Associates
05.2010 - 09.2012
Admitting Receptionist II
Surgi-center Of Central Virginia
06.2008 - 05.2010
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Science from Healthcare
ECPI University , Richmond Va
Associate of Applied Science from Healthcare
Essex High Scool
High School Diploma
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