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Cotrena R. Davis

Stone Mountain

Summary

Highly skilled healthcare coding professional with proven ability to accurately translate patient information into standardized codes. Strong analytical skills and deep understanding of medical terminology and coding guidelines ensure compliance and efficiency. Collaborative team player, adaptable to changing needs and focused on delivering high-quality results. Known for reliability and precision in maintaining detailed patient records.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

PRN Remote Inpatient Coder

West Houston Hospital
02.2024 - Current
  • Initiates queries with physicians to obtain or clarify diagnoses and or procedures as appropriate, utilizing the established physician query process
  • Review medical records documentation and abstracts data into the encoder and EPIC/Electronic Health Record (HER) to determine principal or final diagnosis, comorbid conditions and complications, secondary conditions and procedures. Utilizes all tools/resources for accuracy.
  • Coding quality by assigning accurate/ICD-10-CM/ICD-10-PCS codes utilizing encoder application in accordance with hospital policy and regulatory body guidelines
  • Consistently codes and abstracts at departmental standards of productivity while ensuring accuracy of coding

Remote Inpatient Coder I

Emory Healthcare, Inc.
08.2022 - Current
  • Emory Decatur Hospital, North Decatur, GA: 451 Beds, Acute Care Hospital
  • Emory Hillandale Hospital Lithonia, GA: 90 Beds, Acute Care Hospital
  • Emory Johns Creek Hospital, Atlanta, GA: 110 Beds, Acute Care Hospital
  • Emory St. Joseph Hospital, Atlanta, GA: 410 Beds, Acute Care Hospital
  • Accurately assigns procedure and diagnosis codes to Inpatient medical records using 3M 360 Encoder
  • Assigns Diagnosis Related Groups that are supported by medical record documentation for inpatient records
  • Responsible for accurately assigning and sequencing ICD-10 CM and PCS codes and POA indicators, identifying query opportunities, and abstracting data based on medical record documentation for all acute care hospital patient types
  • Assign Discharge Disposition that is supported by medical record documentation
  • Professional Development: Stay current with AHA Official Coding and Reporting Guidelines. Attends quarterly coding update meetings.

Remote Outpatient Coder II

Emory Healthcare, Inc.
01.2013 - 08.2022
  • Emory Johns Creek Hospital, Atlanta, GA: 110 Beds, Acute Care Hospital
  • Emory St. Joseph Hospital, Atlanta, GA: 410 Beds, Acute Care Hospital
  • Accurately assigned procedure and diagnosis codes to Observation and Same Day Surgery records using 3M Encoder
  • Followed-up on delinquent accounts to reduce number of unpaid and outstanding balances
  • Ensured coded data accurately reflects service provided based on documentation guarding against fraud

Medical Coder

Emory Children’s Business Office
07.2007 - 12.2012
  • Provided in and outpatient medical coding for a monthly budget
  • Ensured compliance was maintained with relevant regulations and guidelines provided by Federal and State government
  • Obtained and maintained daily charges for various divisions such as Endocrinology, Neonatology, and Nephrology
  • Abstracted data from electronic and hardcopy medical records and assigned correct ICD-9 and CPT codes

Education

Master of Science - Health Services Administration

Central Michigan University
Mt. Pleasant, MI
05.2002

Bachelor of Science - Allied Health Science/Healthcare Administration

Albany State University
Albany, GA
12.1998

Skills

  • Proficient in ICD-10 classification
  • CPT (Current Professional Terminology)
  • Healthcare vocabulary expertise
  • Inpatient records coding proficiency
  • Outpatient surgery documentation
  • Experience in DRG and PC analysis
  • Experienced with EPIC software
  • Experience with 3M encoding systems
  • 3M 360 Encoder CAC (computer assisted coding)
  • Experience with Cerner systems
  • Proficient in Dolbey Fusion CAC

Certification

  • AHIMA Certified Coding Specialist, 2013, ID# 0149006
  • AAPC Certified Professional Coder, 2006, ID# C024148

Timeline

PRN Remote Inpatient Coder

West Houston Hospital
02.2024 - Current

Remote Inpatient Coder I

Emory Healthcare, Inc.
08.2022 - Current

Remote Outpatient Coder II

Emory Healthcare, Inc.
01.2013 - 08.2022

Medical Coder

Emory Children’s Business Office
07.2007 - 12.2012

Bachelor of Science - Allied Health Science/Healthcare Administration

Albany State University

Master of Science - Health Services Administration

Central Michigan University

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