Nathesa West
@nathesawest
Detail-oriented medical coder with 7+ years' experience in CPT, ICD-10-CM, HCPCS and oncology coding.
What I'm looking for
I am a certified professional coder with over seven years of focused experience in outpatient and oncology coding, including hematology/oncology and radiation oncology. I consistently apply CPT, ICD-10-CM, and HCPCS guidelines to ensure accurate, compliant claims and authorization processes.
At Montefiore Medical Center I process complex coding for infusion, transplant, and radiation services using Aria and Epic, coordinate authorizations with payers such as Medicare, Medicaid, UnitedHealthcare and Aetna, and assist in training new coders. I also managed library circulation operations and served as a unit secretary earlier in my career, which strengthened my administrative, communication, and HIPAA-compliant record-handling skills.
I hold CPC and CHONC certifications from AAPC and a bachelor’s degree in Public Health; I am seeking a role where I can contribute my coding expertise and continue expanding my oncology coding knowledge while supporting accurate reimbursement and patient care workflows.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Medical Records Coder
Montefiore Medical Center
May 2018 - Present (7 years 9 months)
Accurately assign CPT, ICD-10-CM and HCPCS codes for outpatient oncology and transplant encounters, ensured payer compliance and processed radiation oncology coding using Aria; supported authorization requests and trained new hires.
Senior Clerk
Montefiore Medical Center Medical Library
Mar 2014 - May 2018 (4 years 2 months)
Managed circulation desk operations, maintained library resources and provided customer service, improving resource organization and patron support.
Unit Secretary
Montefiore Medical Center
Jul 2007 - Jul 2014 (7 years)
Coordinated communication between patients, families and medical staff, managed patient records and administrative tasks, and supported daily unit operations while maintaining HIPAA compliance.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
AAPC
Certified Hematology Oncology Coder (CHONC), Hematology/Oncology Coding
Obtained the Certified Hematology Oncology Coder (CHONC) credential from AAPC in December 2022.
AAPC
Certified Professional Coder (CPC), Medical Coding
Earned the Certified Professional Coder (CPC) credential from AAPC in December 2017.
Monroe College
Bachelor's Degree, Public Health
Completed a Bachelor's degree in Public Health at Monroe College, Bronx, awarded in August 2012.
Monroe College
Associate's Degree, Medical Administration
Completed an Associate's degree in Medical Administration at Monroe College, Bronx, awarded in August 2010.
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