Sayeh Kerney
@sayehkerney
Experienced Medical Coding Specialist with a strong administrative background.
What I'm looking for
I am a dedicated Medical Coding Specialist with over 12 years of experience in providing administrative and patient support within hospital and medical office settings. My expertise lies in navigating complex insurance processes and coding systems, ensuring accurate billing and compliance with established regulations. I have a proven track record of managing medical records, obtaining prior authorizations, and correcting claims to facilitate timely payments.
Throughout my career, I have honed my skills in Evaluation and Management Coding, utilizing advanced knowledge of medical terminology and coding conventions established by the American Medical Association and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. My commitment to data confidentiality and patient privacy is unwavering, and I pride myself on my ability to deliver exceptional customer service while managing multiple tasks efficiently. I am proficient in various electronic medical record systems, which enhances my ability to provide accurate and timely coding services.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Outpatient Coder
Integrated Management Strategies
May 2022 - Present (3 years 3 months)
Performed Behavioral Health Coding for Psychologists and Psychiatrists, providing quality assurance and accuracy reviews for other medical coding professionals. Monitored regulatory and policy requirements affecting coded information for Veterans Equitable Resource Allocation (VAMC) services and utilized electronic medical records systems like AHLTA, AVHE, and CCE.
Medical Coding
Elms Cree Family Urgent Care Clinic
Apr 2015 - Present (10 years 4 months)
Accurately assigned diagnosis and procedure codes using ICD-9CM, ICD-10CM, HCPCS, and CPT 2022 codes, examining patient health records to justify code assignment. Provided medical coding experience working with family medicine Physicians and Pediatricians, and developed workshops and conferences regarding health record documentation and educational/functional training.
Medical Coder, Red Cross Volunteer
Landstuhl Regional Medical Center
Mar 2012 - Present (13 years 5 months)
Maintained knowledge of medical records procedures, ensuring patient confidentiality and hospital operation security by adhering to release-of-information protocols. Completed ICD-9-CM and CPT Coding training, performed Evaluation and Management Coding (E/M), and utilized Composite Health Care System (CHCS), AHLTA, Essentris, and MHS DoD coding.
Telephone Interviewer
Communications for Research
Nov 2009 - Present (15 years 9 months)
Identified and resolved inconsistencies in interviewee responses through appropriate questioning, compiling, recording, and coding results from interviews and surveys. Reviewed data for completeness and accuracy, and contacted individuals for interviews by telephone.
Outpatient Coder
Decypher
Researched medical records, both paper and electronic, and computer programs for specific medical documentation, extracting pertinent information related to injuries, diseases, operations, and complete medical histories. Reviewed and analyzed outpatient treatment/health records to verify completeness and adherence to regulations, utilizing automated systems and electronic health records for proces
Medical Coder
CPSC Consumer Product Safety Commission
Examined patient health records to justify code assignment based on an expanded knowledge of patient record structure, obtaining accurate documentation from medical and clinical staff as necessary. Utilized automated systems and electronic health records to process Inpatient and Outpatient records, providing quality assurance and accurate reviews of other medical coding professionals' work.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
AAPC
Certificate of Proficiency, ICD-10-CM Proficiency
2016 - 2016
Obtained a Certificate of ICD-10-CM Proficiency from AAPC in 2016. This certification demonstrates expertise in the International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Clinical Modification.
AAPC
Certified Professional Coder, Medical Coding
2016 - 2016
Achieved the Certified Professional Coder designation from AAPC in 2016. This certification validates skills in medical coding for various healthcare settings.
AAPC
Certified Professional Coder – Apprentice, Medical Coding
2016 - 2016
Completed the Certified Professional Coder – Apprentice program through AAPC in 2016. This foundational certification provided initial training in professional medical coding.
Job Related Training
Training Completion, Medical Coding
2016 - 2016
Completed training in ICD-10 Coding, CPT, HCPCS Coding, and Diagnostic Coding in 2016. This enhanced knowledge in various medical coding systems.
Job Related Training
Training Completion, Medical Office Procedures
2016 - 2016
Underwent training in Medical Office Procedure and Computerized Medical Billing in 2016. This covered administrative and billing processes in a medical office environment.
Job Related Training
Training Completion, Health Information Management
2016 - 2016
Received training in Electronic Medical Records and Health Information Management in 2016. This focused on managing patient data within electronic systems.
Job Related Training
Training Completion, Medical Documentation and Claims
2016 - 2016
Completed training in Documentation, Data Entry & Management, and Insurance Claim in 2016. This provided skills in accurate record-keeping and claims processing.
Job Related Training
Training Completion, Training and Development
2016 - 2016
Received training to Train College Interns and Future Employees in 2016. This developed skills in mentoring and professional development.
Job Related Training
Training Completion, Medical Coding
2013 - 2013
Participated in International Classification of Disease-Clinical Modification (ICD-9-CM) and Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) Coding Training in September 2013. This training focused on fundamental coding systems.
Job Related Training
Training Completion, Medical Coding
2013 - 2013
Completed HCPCS level II and Modifier Coding Training in September 2013. This specialized training covered advanced coding practices.
Job Related Training
Training Completion, Medical Record Systems
2013 - 2013
Completed CHCS and ALTHA training in March 2013. This provided proficiency in key military health record systems.
Job Related Training
Training Completion, Office Administration
2012 - 2013
Received training in Office Materials, Organizing Medical Records, and Filing from March 2012 to September 2013. This covered essential administrative and record management skills.
Landstuhl Regional Medical Center
Clearance, Security Clearance
2012 - 2012
Obtained Clearance by the Security office at Landstuhl Regional Medical Center in March 2012. This indicates security clearance for working in a medical facility.
Job Related Training
Certification of Completion, Information Assurance
2012 - 2012
Obtained a Certification of Completion for Information Assurance Awareness in May 2012. This training covered data security and privacy protocols.
Department of Occupational Health
Clearance, Occupational Health
2012 - 2012
Received Clearance by the Department of Occupational Health in March 2012. This indicates compliance with occupational health standards.
Job Related Training
Training Completion, HIPAA Compliance
2012 - 2012
Completed Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) on-line training in May 2012. This ensured understanding of patient data privacy regulations.
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