Certified Professional Coder with a background in dental practice and 1 year experience in inpatient coding (IP DRG). Adept at converting intricate medical documentation into precise codes, ensuring regulatory adherence and optimal reimbursement. Aiming to apply my coding skills and experience by looking forward to exploring new opportunities and further develop my coding career.
- Accurately coded inpatient charts including medicine, surgery, newborn, obstetrics and psychiatric, meeting a daily target of 16 charts.
- Utilized 3M Encoder and Cerner Powerchart software for accurate and efficient coding.
- Trained and Mentored new coders helping them understand coding guidelines and procedures.
- Audited charts of junior coders to ensure coding accuracy and compliance with coding guidelines.
- Raised queries to physicians in cases of discrepancy and resolved them after receiving their clarification.
- After receiving audit reports provided rationale and input for selecting certain codes in cases of disagreement with the client, ensuring alignment with coding guidelines.
- Participated in weekly team meetings to discuss audit reports, update on coding guidelines and challenges in the coding process.
- ICD-10-CM, PCS,CPT, HCPCS level 2 codes
- Anatomy, physiology and medical terminology
- HIPAA regulations and coding guidelines
- Microsoft office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Patient data identification
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Auditing
- Accuracy and precision
- Attention to detail
Certified Professional Coder (CPC) - American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC).
Certified Professional Coder (CPC) - American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC).