TORRI BRITTEN
Killeen,TX
Summary
Hardworking professional applies official coding conventions and rules established by American Medical Association and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. Confident Medical Coder adheres to data confidentiality and privacy rules in all workflows and promotes dynamic interpersonal skills. Knowledgeable medical office professional talented at correcting and resubmitting claims, preparing patient charts and reviewing health records to identify proper diagnosis codes for billing. Offers background in reviewing, analyzing and managing medical record information to obtain prior authorizations from insurance companies and ensure payment.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Medical Coder
PDC
01.2020 - 04.2023
- Improved medical coding accuracy by conducting thorough reviews and implementing corrective actions.
- Streamlined the coding process for efficiency, resulting in a higher volume of claims processed daily.
- Enhanced team productivity by providing ongoing training and support to junior medical coders.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations by staying updated on current coding practices and guidelines.
- Reduced claim denials by identifying and addressing common errors in the coding process.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to retrieve missing documentation for accurate code assignment.
MEDICAL BILLING & CODING
Family Tree DNA
02.2016 - 10.2020
- Improved student understanding of medical billing and coding concepts by incorporating engaging, real-world examples into lessons.
- Assisted students in mastering key concepts by providing individualized support and targeted feedback during class activities.
- Contributed to curriculum development efforts, ensuring alignment with industry standards and best practices in medical billing and coding education.
- Increased coding accuracy by diligently reviewing medical documentation and applying appropriate codes.
- Streamlined the billing process for faster reimbursement by submitting accurate and timely insurance claims.
- Reduced claim denials by maintaining thorough knowledge of payer-specific requirements and guidelines.
- Collaborated with physicians to obtain necessary documentation, improving claim approval rates.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations and guidelines by staying up-to-date on the latest coding changes.
- Enhanced team efficiency with regular training sessions on new coding updates and best practices.
Education
Associate of Science - Medical Claims Examination
Medical Allied Career Center
Santa Fe Springs, CA01.2023
Skills
- Team Collaboration Competence
- Medical Billing Experience
- HIPAA Compliance Mastery
- Problem Solving Aptitude
- Revenue Cycle Management
- Clinical Documentation Improvement
- Medicare and Medicaid Regulations
- Auditing and Quality Assurance
- Organizational Abilities
Timeline
Senior Medical Coder
PDC
01.2020 - 04.2023
MEDICAL BILLING & CODING
Family Tree DNA
02.2016 - 10.2020
Associate of Science - Medical Claims Examination
Medical Allied Career Center
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