Alyssa Turner
Vincennes
Summary
Highly skilled healthcare coding professional with proven ability to accurately translate patient information into standardized codes. Strong analytical skills and deep understanding of medical terminology and coding guidelines ensure compliance and efficiency. Collaborative team player, adaptable to changing needs and focused on delivering high-quality results. Known for reliability and precision in maintaining detailed patient records and also maintains well-organized, efficient, and accurate records for office staff and patient charts.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Inpatient Coder/Abstractor
Good Samaritan Hospital
03.2022 - Current
- Reduced claim denials by proactively resolving billing discrepancies prior to submission, working closely with billing teams when necessary.
- Supported the implementation of new coding software platforms, providing valuable input to streamline workflows and improve user experience for team members.
- Upheld ethical standards in all aspects of work responsibilities through strict adherence to AHIMA Code of Ethics and professional practice guidelines.
- Streamlined workflow processes by collaborating with other coders, physicians, and healthcare professionals to ensure accurate documentation.
- Maintained compliance with industry standards and regulatory guidelines through continuous education on updates to ICD-10-CM/PCS codes and Coding Clinic guidance.
ROI Specialist
Wabash General Hospital
11.2020 - 03.2023
- Managed high volume of medical record requests, effectively prioritizing tasks while maintaining accuracy and timeliness.
- Improved efficiency of ROI analysis by streamlining data collection and reporting processes.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations by maintaining strict confidentiality in managing sensitive patient information.
- Assisted in the development of ROI tracking tools, enhancing overall department efficiency and effectiveness.
- Maintained confidentiality of all medical records and sensitive information to comply with HIPAA regulations.
- Processed medical records requests from outside providers according to facility, state, and federal law.
- Scanned medical records in digital format for easy retrieval and accessibility.
- Maintained patient records systems by archiving, scaning and indexing important documents and files.
- Assisted in preparation of medical records to release to other medical facilities requesting for patient history and information.
- Supported medical staff by providing organized and accurate medical records.
- Responded to patient inquiries to provide information and details of medical records.
Education
Associate of Science - Health Information Management
Vincennes University
Vincennes, IN12-2021
Skills
- ICD-10-cM coding
- Medical record review
- HIPAA compliance
- Healthcare reimbursement
- Procedural coding
- Diagnostic coding
- Continuing education
- Clinical documentation improvement
- Encoder software
- Inpatient coding guidelines
- Medical necessity
- Medical record abstraction
Timeline
Inpatient Coder/Abstractor
Good Samaritan Hospital
03.2022 - Current
ROI Specialist
Wabash General Hospital
11.2020 - 03.2023
Associate of Science - Health Information Management
Vincennes University
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