Tracy Baxter
Rockford,IL
Summary
Adept Medical Coder with a proven track record at Professional Billing Office, enhancing coding accuracy and compliance through meticulous review and application of AMA and CMS guidelines. Skilled in medical terminology and HCPCS coding, alongside fostering team growth and efficiency. Achieved significant reductions in claim denials, demonstrating exceptional attention to detail and collaborative prowess.
20+ years experience in anesthesia, pain management, plastic surgery and family practice
Coded for 21 anesthesiologist in 200 bed level I trauma center, a surgery center and GI center.
Coded for several CRNAs in several rural hospitals
Coded for 5 pain management physicians in two pain management offices
General family coding, including E&M, office procedures and EKGs
Coded for plastic surgeon in several clinic and office for non -cosmetic cases
Trained in EPIC
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Coder
Professional Billing Office
12.1995 - Current
- Increased coding accuracy by diligently reviewing medical documentation and applying appropriate codes.
- Resourcefully used various coding books, procedure manuals, and on-line encoders.
- Reviewed patient charts to better understand health histories, diagnoses, and treatments.
- Applied official coding conventions and rules from American Medical Association and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services to assign diagnostic codes.
- Reviewed outpatient records and interpreted documentation to identify diagnoses and procedures.
- Maintained a high level of productivity while consistently meeting deadlines for claim submissions.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations and guidelines by staying up-to-date on the latest coding changes.
- Collaborated with physicians to obtain necessary documentation, improving claim approval rates.
- Enhanced team efficiency with regular training sessions on new coding updates and best practices.
- Supported the implementation of electronic health record systems, simplifying the coding process.
- Trained and mentored junior coders to support growth and development amd apply high-quality coding practices.
- Performed on-site coding audits to determine accuracy and compliance with coding guidelines.
- Reduced claim denials by maintaining thorough knowledge of payer-specific requirements and guidelines.
- Streamlined the billing process for faster reimbursement by submitting accurate and timely insurance claims.
- Communicated with insurance companies to research and resolved coding discrepancies.
- Expedited claim resolution with insurance companies through clear communication and prompt follow-up actions.
- Interacted with physicians and other healthcare staff to ask questions regarding patient services.
- Reduced claim denials, meticulously verifying coding accuracy before submission.
- Played key role in transition to ICD-10 coding system, leading training sessions and updating coding protocols.
- Maintained accuracy, completeness, and security for medical records and health information.
- Followed up with medical staff regarding missing information in patient records.
Assistant Manager
RREMC Dennys Family Restaurant
04.2022 - 09.2024
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
- Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
- Oversaw daily cash reconciliations, ensuring accurate financial reporting and minimizing discrepancies.
- Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly.
- Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
- Oversaw daily operations to maintain store cleanliness and organization.
- Ensured compliance with all safety regulations by conducting regular inspections of equipment/operations within the store.
Unit Clerk
Swedish American Hospital
06.1987 - 12.1995
- Answered unit calls and took messages for healthcare staff to maximize team productivity.
- Handled incoming calls professionally, providing relevant information or transferring inquiries as needed to maintain efficient communication channels within the unit.
- Answered multi-line telephone system, provided information, and directed calls.
- Prepared admissions charts and scanned records.
- Documented updates to patient information in medical charts while maintaining HIPAA compliance protecting confidentiality of records.
- Arranged discharges and patient transportations.
- Assisted nurses and physicians with patient care, improving overall quality of service provided to patients.
- Expedited communication between healthcare professionals, resulting in better coordination of care for patients.
Education
Associate of Science - General, Coding Education
Rock Valley College
Rockford, ILHigh School Diploma -
Jefferson High School
Rockford, IL06-1984
Skills
- Medical Terminology
- Anatomy knowledge
- HIPAA Compliance
- HCPCS Coding
- Medical Billing
- Insurance Verification
- Data Entry
- Insurance coding (ICD-9 and CPT)
- Clinical Documentation
- Medical claims coding
- Procedural Coding
- Diagnostic Coding
- Coding Error Resolution
- Certified Professional Coder (CPC)
- 3M Encoder
Certification
CPC 2014
CANPC 2014
CCS 2002 - expired
ICD10 Profiency 2015
Timeline
Assistant Manager
RREMC Dennys Family Restaurant
04.2022 - 09.2024
Medical Coder
Professional Billing Office
12.1995 - Current
Unit Clerk
Swedish American Hospital
06.1987 - 12.1995
CPC 2014
CANPC 2014
CCS 2002 - expired
ICD10 Profiency 2015
Associate of Science - General, Coding Education
Rock Valley College
High School Diploma -
Jefferson High School
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