Sharvari Patel

Conducted comprehensive reviews of outpatient medical records to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with regulatory requirements. Collaborated with physicians and healthcare professionals to clarify documentation discrepancies and optimize reimbursement.

Reviewed and validated medical record audit results for Medicare Advantage program beneficiaries, ensuring compliance with coding guidelines and policies. Performed CPT/HCPCS coding quality reviews and educated providers on appropriate documentation practices. Managed health information records, ensuring accuracy, confidentiality, and HIPAA compliance.

Abstracted diagnosis codes under the HCC Model and performed detailed chart reviews to ensure accuracy. Audited coding team charts and served as a liaison to address coding issues with upper management. Provided valuable feedback and training to management and office staff on coding and clinical documentation best practices.

Obtained certification as a Certified Documentation Expert Outpatient (CDEO) from the American Academy of Professional Coders.

Achieved Certified Professional Coding Instructor (CPC-I) designation from the American Academy of Professional Coders.

Earned Certified Evaluation And Management Coder (CEMC) certification from the American Academy of Professional Coders.

Obtained Certified Risk Adjustment Coder (CRC) certification from the American Academy of Professional Coders.

Completed Certified Professional Coder (CPC) certification through the American Academy of Professional Coders.

Completed Certified Professional Medical Auditor (CPMA) certification through the American Academy of Professional Coders.

Achieved Certified Outpatient Coder (COC) designation from the American Academy of Professional Coders.

Earned Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) certification from the American Academy of Professional Coders.