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Christena Lee

Willard

Summary

Highly skilled Coding Specialist offering comprehensive knowledge in medical terminology, data management, and healthcare coding systems. Skilled at integrating clinical documentation improvement strategies to maximize accuracy and efficiency of coding processes. Strengths include maintaining current knowledge of coding updates, excellent problem-solving abilities, and clear communication skills. Have consistently contributed to process improvements in previous roles.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Coding Specialist

Caduceus Healthcare
Jersey City
12.2023 - Current
  • Reviewed and verified medical coding for patient records and insurance claims.
  • Utilized coding software to ensure accurate documentation of patient diagnoses.
  • Analyzed discrepancies in coding submissions to improve accuracy and efficiency.
  • Researched coding guidelines to maintain compliance with industry standards.

Coding Specialist 2

Prime Healthcare of Kansas City
Kansas City
08.2012 - 12.2023
  • Reviewed and verified patient coding for accuracy and compliance.
  • Collaborated with healthcare providers to clarify documentation requirements.
  • Educated staff on coding guidelines and best practices.

Coding and Reimbursement Specialist

CMHS
Independence
05.2009 - 08.2012
  • Prepared detailed reports on revenue cycle performance metrics for management review.
  • Created reports to track claim status and analyze payment trends.
  • Verified proper coding, sequencing of diagnoses, and accuracy of procedures.
  • Performed quality assurance checks on coded data.

Education

General Studies

Graceland University
Lamoni, IA

Skills

  • Medical coding
  • Coding software
  • Claim verification
  • Compliance auditing
  • Data analysis
  • Revenue cycle management
  • Documentation review
  • Quality assurance
  • Team collaboration
  • Staff training
  • Performance testing

Timeline

Coding Specialist

Caduceus Healthcare
12.2023 - Current

Coding Specialist 2

Prime Healthcare of Kansas City
08.2012 - 12.2023

Coding and Reimbursement Specialist

CMHS
05.2009 - 08.2012

General Studies

Graceland University

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