Medical Devices/Sales/Research
Resume:
Jason Christian DiFusco, MD
Boca Raton, FL ********@*****.***
PROFILE
Thoughtful, tenacious, results-oriented strategic-thinker with an in-depth knowledge of medicine, biochemistry,
medical billing, pharmaceuticals, and biotechnology. Demonstrates solid competencies in teaching, research,
presentation, and data analysis, with interests in business, medical device and pharmaceutical management,
development, and sales, as well as consulting, medical informatics, and clinical research. Known for ability to
work independently and communicate well, and to develop constructive working relationships and rapport with
medical and business professionals and culturally diverse groups at multiple levels.
QUALIFICATIONS
§ MD Degree
§ 4.5 years of clinical experience with direct patient care and EMR/EHR experience
§ Clinical and Basic Science Research Experience
§ 3 years other customer service and sales experience
§ Medical Coding, Billing, and Review Expertise, AAPC Certified (CPC-A)
§ Scientific Presentation experience at multiple levels
§ 1 year industry experience
§ Results oriented, confident, self-motivated, and driven
§ Strong Problem Solving and Analytical Skills
§ Proven ability to build rapport with culturally diverse groups at multiple levels
§ Willingness to relocate immediately and/or travel up to 100%
§ Extensive Microsoft office knowledge (word, excel, access, and powerpoint)
§ References available upon request
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Medical Reviewer, Qmedtrix, Portland, OR May, 2012 – May, 2013
Responsibilities include the review of medical records and operative reports for accurate coding, DRG
validation, NCCI edits, unbundling and duplications, as well as advising and assisting the Legal,
Negotiations, and Bill Review Departments with authoritative, medical interpretation of clinical
documentation for correct coding, reimbursement, and defense of the Qmedtrix review and/or negotiation
processes.
Research Fellow, University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, TX 2005
On-going Projects: Fixation of the Quadrilateral Plate: Novel Technique and Results. Jeffery Tucker,
MD; The Influence of Nicotine on Fracture Healing: Primary Bone Healing vs. Enchondral
Ossification. Dhiren Sheth, MD; MRI of Planteris Tendon Rupture: Case Report and Review, Jeffery
Tucker, MD.
Medical Student Research, Tulane University School of Medicine, New Orleans, LA 2002-2004
Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome and MRI Results of Fibroma of Tendon Sheath. Edward DeMouy, MD; Open
Reduction and Internal Fixation of Displaced Sacral Fractures: A New Reduction Techniques and
Results. Kyle Dickson, MD; Success of Partial vs. Complete Porous Coating of Femoral Components in
Primary THA. Robert Barrack, MD; Success of Greater Trochanter Reattachment Following Total Hip
Arthroplasty Revision Surgery Using a GTR Device. Robert Barrack, MD
Cabin Counselor, Camp Hazen, YMCA, Chester, CT 2001
Taught rock climbing, mountain biking, climbing wall, and ropes course instructor for campers, ages
eight to fifteen years old.
Instructor, Comprehensive MCAT Review Course, Kaplan, Indianapolis, IN 1999-2000
Taught biology, chemistry, physics, organic chemistry, and verbal sections of MCAT examination to
junior level undergraduates preparing for the April, 2000 and August, 2000 MCAT test dates.
Jason Christian DiFusco, MD
Boca Raton, FL ********@*****.***
Organic Chemistry Laboratory Instructor, Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN 1999-2000
Instructed sophomore level undergraduate students in organic chemistry laboratory techniques and related
chemical theory.
Research Associate II, Curagen Corporation, New Haven, CT 1998-1999
Study and Application of qualitative analysis of Human DNA sequences and protein therapeutics.
Howard Hughes Research Fellow, University of Notre Dame, Notre Dame, IN 1996-1997
Antibiotic Synthesis and Modification. Paul Helquist, PhD; Characterization of Cell Membrane
Structural Proteins, Douglas Fishkind, MD
INTERNSHIPS AND FELLOWSHIPS
General Surgery Internship, University of South Alabama, Mobile, AL 2006-2007
Dr. Neal Ellis, MD
Orthopaedic Trauma Research Fellowship, University of Texas HSC at Houston, TX 2005
Dr. Thomas O. Clanton, MD
General Surgery Internship, Boston University, Boston Medical Center, Boston, MA 2004-2005
Dr. Timothy Babineau, MD, 2004 -2005
RESEARCH FOR PRESENTATION AND POSTER SESSIONS
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Annual Meeting, 2005 A New Reduction Technique
and Results for Displaced Sacral Fractures. Kyle Dickson, MD, Joseph Hsu, MD*, Jason DiFusco, BS.
Orthopaedic Trauma Association (OTA) Annual Meeting, 2004 Open Reduction and Internal
Fixation of Displaced Sacral Fractures: A New Reduction Technique and Results, Kyle Dickson, MD,
Joseph Hsu, MD*, Jason DiFusco, BS.
Society of Military Orthopaedic Surgeons (SOMOS) Annual Meeting, 2003 Open Reduction and
Internal Fixation of Displaced Sacral Fractures: Technique and Results, Capt. Joseph Hsu, MC USA*,
Co-Authors: Jason DiFusco, BS and Kyle Dickson, MD.
Louisiana Orthopaedic Association, 2003 Open Reduction and Internal Fixation of Displaced Sacral
Fractures: Technique and Results, Kyle Dickson, MD, Joseph Hsu, MD*, Jason DiFusco, BS.
American College of Surgeons, Committee on Trauma, Region VI Annual Meeting, 2003 Open
Reduction and Internal Fixation of Displaced Sacral Fractures: Technique and Results, Kyle Dickson,
MD, Joseph Hsu, MD*, Jason DiFusco, BS.
15th Annual Emile Letournel Institute Course and Workshop, 2003 Open Reduction and Internal
Fixation of Displaced Sacral Fractures: Technique and Results, Kyle Dickson, MD*, Joseph Hsu, MD,
Jason DiFusco, BS.
American College of Surgeons, State of Louisiana, Annual Meeting, 2003 Open Reduction and
Internal Fixation of Displaced Sacral Fractures: Technique and Results, Kyle Dickson, MD, Joseph Hsu,
MD*, Jason DiFusco, BS.
(* Denotes Presenter)
EDUCATION
Doctor of Medicine, May 2004
Tulane University School of Medicine, New Orleans, LA
Bachelor of Science, Cum Laude in Biochemistry, May 1998
University of Notre Dame, Notre Dame, IN
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