BETTY JO BUTLER, CPC
Wirtz, VA **184
Cell: 540-***-****
Email: ***************@*****.***
OBJECTIVE To obtain a remote coding position to utilize and develop my skills in the complex and ever-changing field of Medical Coding.
EMPLOYMENT September 2012 to Present, Optum Insight
Medicare Advantage Coder/Remote position
Responsibilities: Review patient charts to identify and capture ICD 9 codes that carry HCC codes while insuring appropriate support is contained within the chart for before said codes; working a special project wherein previously coded charts are reviewed to capture any missed codes and to apply current/updated coding guidelines.
July 2008 to September 2012, Eggleston and Eggleston, Roanoke, VA
Medical Coder Physician Based Coding (ICD 9 and CPT)
Responsibilities: daily coding of charge tickets, reviewing claims to insure compliance to guidelines and regulations, checking medical claims against NCCI edits or other edits as appropriate per insurance company, working denials, gathering information for appeals, staying informed of the latest in coding changes and news, reviewing E/M codes for accuracy in appropriate levels and/or place of service, researching the medical and/or reimbursement policies of insurance companies to insure proper payment, reviewing super bills yearly to determine any changes to be made, drafting new super bills, auditing charges on an as needed basis and staying informed on CMS’s Incentive Programs
Coding Experience: Diagnostic Radiology, OB/GYN, Podiatry, Orthopedics, Urology, ENT, Pain Management, Dermatology, Anesthesia, Urgent Care, Family Practice and Physiatry.
EDUCATION 2007-2008, Virginia Western Community College,
Roanoke, VA
Health Records Coding Program
GPA: 4.0
ORGANIZATIONS AAPC, Member since 4/2008
REFERENCES Jeanne Woodward, BSN, CPC
Coding Instructor at VA Western Community College
Eggleston and Eggleston
Co-worker, 540-***-****
Jennifer Tidwell
Coding Supervisor/ Optum Insight