LaChantra Ruffin
Senatobia
Summary
Hands-on profession offering a keen understanding of daga confidentiality and HIPAA regulations. Highly trained Medical Coder knowledgeable in AMA and the CMS coding rules. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situation and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Outgoing and friendly with strong drive to succeed.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Physician Coder II
Conifer Healthcare Solutions
11.2020 - Current
- Reviewed patient records to ensure accuracy of documentation and assigned appropriate codes for diagnosis, treatment, and procedures.
- Complied reports on coding accuracy, completeness, and compliance with regulations.
- Conducted quality assurance audits to ensure accurate medical coding practices were followed.
- Utilizes EMR system such as Epic along side with 3M that helps produce complete, accurate and compliant CPT, HCPCS and ICD-10-CM codes.
- Identify and assign appropriate ICD-10 and CPT codes for Inpatient and Outpatient services.
Physician Coder II
Reventics, Incorporation
04.2019 - 11.2023
- Enhanced coding accuracy by conducting thorough medical record reviews and applying appropriate diagnostic codes.
- Reviewed patient charts to better understand health histories, diagnoses, and treatments.
- Participated in educational sessions related to current coding practices and trends.
- Epic system charting and charge entry for Cooper University Hospital.
- Identify and assign appropriate ICD-10 and CPT codes for Emergency Medicine which includes fast exams and procedure for Cooper University Hospital.
Physician Coder II
Regional One Health Medical Center
05.2017 - 03.2019
- Identified discrepancies between diagnosis and procedures codes used by physicians and other healthcare providers.
- Reviewed medical records for accuracy and completeness of documentation in accordance with CMS guidelines.
- Identify and assign appropriate ICD-10 and CPT codes for Radiology, Neurology, Psychiatry, Pulmonary, Rheumatology, and Primary Care divisions which includes Evaluation and Management and procedure coding.
- Utilized systems such as Cerner, Patient Keeper, and Optum CAC
- Fix work file errors which contain incorrect modifIers, ICD-10 and CPT codes.
Education
High School Diploma -
Senatobia Jr Sr High School
Senatobia, MSAssociate of Applied Science - Medical Office Technology
Northwest Community College
Professional Medical Coding Curriculum
Codes Unlimited Health Care Academy
Skills
- HIPAA Compliance
- Medical Terminology
- Records Management
- Medical record security
- Coding Error Resolution
- CPT coding knowledge
- ICD-10 Proficiency
- Clinical Documentation Review
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS
- American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC)- Memphis, TN
- Medical Coding Program Advisory Committee at Delta Technical College- Southaven, MS
Timeline
Physician Coder II
Conifer Healthcare Solutions
11.2020 - Current
Physician Coder II
Reventics, Incorporation
04.2019 - 11.2023
Physician Coder II
Regional One Health Medical Center
05.2017 - 03.2019
High School Diploma -
Senatobia Jr Sr High School
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Office Technology
Northwest Community College
Professional Medical Coding Curriculum
Codes Unlimited Health Care Academy
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