Tonya Avery
Fort Worth,TX
Summary
Seeking a rewarding career in medical coding that leverages experience in multi-specialty coding, project management, high volume billing, teaching, financial analysis, risk assessment and customer service.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Coder
HCA Healthcare Inc.
Dallas, TX
02.2024 - Current
- Effectively assigns ICD-10, E/M, and Procedure Categories to outpatient surgery center records within prescribed timeframes
- Accurately codes modifiers (when necessary) and HCPCS/CPT procedure codes
- Maintains up-to-date coding information by promptly processing 3M encoder updates
- Initiates physician queries in compliance with ASD guidelines/policies, ensuring adherence
- Successfully acquired new skills through cross-training and fulfilled additional job responsibilities
- Consistently meets high productivity targets by accurately coding 60-80 charts per day
- Applies advanced knowledge of medical record reporting to ensure proper disposition of statistical reports
Inpatient HCC Coder
Centric Physicians Group
07.2021 - 05.2023
- Updated departmental coding forms annually with newly released codes from governing bodies
- Ensured correct coding, sequencing of diagnoses, and accuracy of procedures and patient visits while maintaining up-to-date knowledge of CPT and ICD-10 coding principles
- Investigated payer denials caused by billing information or coding errors
- Consistently achieved a high accuracy rate in completing daily production of reviews
- Suggested solutions for clinical documentation deficiencies that affect code accuracy
- Collaborated with physicians to gather any necessary additional information for code assignment
Coding Specialist
Envision Physician Services
03.2018 - 07.2021
- Coded multi-specialty anesthesia services in both Inpatient and Outpatient ProFee settings
- Achieved and consistently maintained a minimum accuracy level of 95% in selecting ICD-10, CPT, and ASA codes for surgical cases
- Implemented proper payer-based identification for Physical Status diagnosis in relevant cases
- Audited 100+ medical records daily, ensuring compliance with coding and documentation guidelines
- Delivering comprehensive written reports on a daily basis to senior management, outlining audit review discoveries
Accounts Payable Specialist
Travelpro Products, Inc
08.2016 - 03.2017
- Utilized appropriate GL accounts to code AP vouchers for payment
- Recorded daily cash transactions
- Resolved open vouchers and maintained regular communication with vendors
- Managed monthly commission report generation and conducted audits on warranty claim submissions
- Verified that all reviewed invoices and check requests adhered to company policy regarding accuracy, completeness, and conformity
Accounts Receivable Coordinator
Ryan, LLC
03.2014 - 10.2014
- Oversaw the handling of high quantity final print invoices, ensuring accurate and efficient delivery either electronically or through AP site upload
- Separated PDF invoice scans and linked to respective client profiles
- Utilized Access to input and monitor Principal bonus calculations
- Performed detailed research to identify and correct errors in journal entries for end of day batch registers
Assistant Registrar
Denton ISD
08.2012 - 06.2013
- Efficiently managed the integration of new student records from various educational institutions
- Contributed to streamlining the procedures for student registration and withdrawal
- Converted middle school cumulative folders to high school files and maintained accordingly
Adapted Life Skills Aide
Denton ISD
08.2011 - 06.2012
- Delivered personalized instruction to individuals and small groups through interactive exercises and assignments
- Developed and executed engaging recreational programs to foster group participation
- Monitored students' behavior to ensure a safe environment and intervened as necessary
Assistant Event Coordinator and Meeting Travel Staff
Dallas Fan Fares, Inc
01.2009 - 01.2010
- Contracted for special event programming of U.S. Pharmaceutical companies and medical industry
- Strategically planned, implemented, and executed pre-event attendee registration
- Managed VIP check-in, pop-up meetings, meeting rehearsals and conducted extensive logistical coordination
Sr. Loan Servicing Analyst
Fleet Capital Corporation-Bank of America
10.1997 - 01.2003
- Handled a portfolio of 25 reverse participation clients through availability calculations and coordination of wire transfers
- Ensured compliance with set thresholds by providing risk management reporting on a loan/project basis
- Performed daily monitoring and reporting of non-compliant issues and defaults
- Managed end-to-end procurement process, including purchasing, invoice coding, and inventory tracking
Education
Accounting
Tyler Junior College
Northlake College
Skills
- Medical Terminology
- Coding Error Resolution
- Patient Data Coding
- DRGs Patient Assignments
- Invoice Processing
- Compliance Verification
- Discharge Documentation
- Database Management
- EMR Systems
Certification
AAPC, Certified Professional Coder, 01497416, 11/17/17
Timeline
Coder
HCA Healthcare Inc.
02.2024 - Current
Inpatient HCC Coder
Centric Physicians Group
07.2021 - 05.2023
Coding Specialist
Envision Physician Services
03.2018 - 07.2021
Accounts Payable Specialist
Travelpro Products, Inc
08.2016 - 03.2017
Accounts Receivable Coordinator
Ryan, LLC
03.2014 - 10.2014
Assistant Registrar
Denton ISD
08.2012 - 06.2013
Adapted Life Skills Aide
Denton ISD
08.2011 - 06.2012
Assistant Event Coordinator and Meeting Travel Staff
Dallas Fan Fares, Inc
01.2009 - 01.2010
Sr. Loan Servicing Analyst
Fleet Capital Corporation-Bank of America
10.1997 - 01.2003
Accounting
Tyler Junior College
Northlake College
AAPC, Certified Professional Coder, 01497416, 11/17/17
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