Anna Jean DeWeese
Summerville
Summary
Detail-oriented Certified Medical Coder with 11 years of experience in medical coding across various specialties. Expertise in CPT, ICD-10, and HCPCS coding systems, along with a strong grasp of medical terminology and compliance regulations. Ensures accurate billing, reduces coding errors, and enhances revenue cycle efficiency using Ex-Code, 3M Encoder, Epic, and EHR systems.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Coder
Optum
Charleston
11.2015 - Current
- Proficient in assigning accurate medical codes for diagnoses, procedures, and services according to ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS standards.
- Reviewed and interpreted patient records, achieving 99% accuracy in billing and claims processing.
- Audited medical records to identify coding errors, reducing claim denials and rejections.
- Met coding productivity and accuracy benchmarks, showcasing attention to detail and proficiency in medical terminology, Epic, 3M Encoder & Ex-Code.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory guidelines and maintained confidentiality of patient information under HIPAA regulations.
Catering Assistant
Old Village Post House
Mount Pleasant
06.2009 - 10.2011
- Promoted from Hostess to Catering Assistant two months after hire date.
- Promoted from hostess to catering assistant within two months due to strong performance and teamwork.
- Worked as Reservations Clerk, collaborated with a five-person host team, and utilized a multi-line phone system for making reservations.
- Addressed and resolved customer concerns
Medical Coding Internship
Trident Technical College
North Charleston
01.2011
- Coded patient records at MUSC, ensuring accuracy and compliance with coding standards.
- Coded patient records accurately at MUSC to ensure compliance with healthcare standards. at MUSC, ensuring accuracy and compliance with coding standards.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
Education
Certified Coding Associate (CCA) -
Trident Technical College
North Charleston, SCSome College (No Degree) - Psychology
College of Charleston
Charleston, SCSkills
- Medical coding and abstracting
- Coding audits
- Claims processing
- Clinical documentation
- Regulatory compliance
- HIPAA adherence
- Attention to detail
- Time management
Timeline
Medical Coder
Optum
11.2015 - Current
Medical Coding Internship
Trident Technical College
01.2011
Catering Assistant
Old Village Post House
06.2009 - 10.2011
Certified Coding Associate (CCA) -
Trident Technical College
Some College (No Degree) - Psychology
College of Charleston