Coder
Resume:
Aaron Byrd
*** ****** ******* ** ***** Chasse LA
acv06j@r.postjobfree.com
EDUCATION
Brother Martin High School
University of Saint Francis
Southern University at New Orleans Degree: Bachelor of Science in Health Information Management Systems
Credentials: RHIA
WORK EXPERIENCE
Children’s Hospital Coding Specialist / New Orleans LA January 2010 – March 2015
Coded inpatient, outpatient, observation, ER (trauma registry), same day surgeries, and diagnostic ancillary services.
Maximized reimbursement by ensuring accurate ICD-9-CM/CPT coding.
Conducted regular quality audits of providers selected codes compared to chart documentation.
Supported continuous interaction with physician community for CDI.
Worked directly with Director of Medical records.
Rapidly mastered SoftMed, Clintrac, 3M, Invision, Papervison, and EDM for fast data abstracting.
Helped with the preparation of new software installation and process flow of the HIM department.
Boston Children’s Hospital Coding Specialist PRN / Boston, MA March 2015 - Present
Hands on experience in using all popular coding software
Proficient in carrying out the business use of computer hardware and software to ensure quality of processing.
Thorough understanding of ICD-9-CM and CPT-4 coding guidelines.
In depth knowledge of coding resources and tools, including 3M encoder/grouper
Able to work from home in an effective and efficient manner.
Coded all Inpatient with 95 percent accuracy or higher.
Christus Health / Austin, TX June 2012 – Present
Coded inpatient, outpatient, observation, ER (trauma registry), same day surgeries, and diagnostic ancillary services.
Proficient in carrying out the business use of computer hardware and software to ensure quality of processing.
Coded Inpatient charts for different Adult acute care facility within the Christus Network.
Also, coded ER and Observations.
Accomplishments
Received football and baseball scholarships to the University of St. Francis in Indiana.
Named offensive captain at USF for football
Received UPS scholarship
Received RHIA certification by AHIMA.
Skills & Training
Certified Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA)
Attended seminars for updates on ICD-9-CM and completed DRG assurance clinical documentation program with 3M Health Information System Consulting Services.
Strong knowledge of Anatomy & Physiology, Advanced Medical Terminology, Psychology, and Pharmacology.
Organized and detailed-oriented: knack for understanding procedures and logistics.
Attended ICD 1O training in Baton Rouge Louisiana
June/July 2005 - Attended a Public Speaking Course, Waco, Texas
November 2005 - Attended a Sales Training Seminar for Cajuns Cafe
March 2006 - Attended a Leadership Workshop
Microsoft Word, Office, ENPS for news stations
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