Bridget Seago
Willard
Summary
Dynamic coding expert with a track record of driving revenue through workflow coordination and process improvements. Skilled in ICD-10/CPT coding and mentoring teams to adhere to best practices, ensuring exceptional accuracy and efficiency.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Team Leader - Outpatient Coding
CoxHealth Hospital
Springfield
03.2025 - Current
- Ensured adequate service line coverage by coordinating staff schedules effectively.
- Identified process improvement opportunities through workflow efficiency monitoring.
- Guided junior coders in adhering to best practices and coding guidelines.
- Led team meetings to discuss optimal coding guidelines and operational updates.
- Analyzed a DNFC issues report and identified discrepancies which ultimately led to generating 1.4 million in revenue in just one day.
Medical Coder
CoxHealth Hospital
Springfield
02.2023 - 03.2025
- Oversaw coding processes for various specialties to ensure precision in code assignment.
- Ensured accurate coding of diagnoses and procedures by leveraging Solventum.
- Kept current with CPT, ICD-10 coding standards, and third-party billing requirements.
- Clarified documentation discrepancies through collaboration with healthcare professionals.
- Employed Epic and Cerner systems for streamlined data management.
Ancillary/Certified Sterile Processing Technician
CoxHealth Hospital
Springfield
03.2020 - 02.2023
- Ensured efficient patient preparation by assisting medical staff with procedural support.
- Oversaw inventory management of medical supplies, facilitating timely restocking.
- Executed sterilization of surgical instruments through autoclaving and chemical methods.
- Conducted thorough inspections of instruments for cleanliness and proper function before assembly.
- Coordinated with surgical teams to ensure swift access to sterile instruments.
Education
CIC & COC Licensure - Medical Coding
AAPC
11-2023
Skills
- ICD-10/CPT coding expertise
- Epic systems utilization
- Revenue assessment
- Process optimization
- Workflow coordination
- Supervisory leadership
- Mentoring and training
- Detail orientation
- Multitasking proficiency
- Time management and organization
- Prioritization of tasks
- Communication effectiveness
- Public speaking skills
Accomplishments
- Regularly recognized for my contributions as a leader, a medical coder, and as someone who consistently goes above and beyond to maximize revenue and minimize denials from payers for patient care through investigative work and collaboration.
Timeline
Team Leader - Outpatient Coding
CoxHealth Hospital
03.2025 - Current
Medical Coder
CoxHealth Hospital
02.2023 - 03.2025
Ancillary/Certified Sterile Processing Technician
CoxHealth Hospital
03.2020 - 02.2023
CIC & COC Licensure - Medical Coding
AAPC