Information Technology Health
Resume:
SIRISHA. K
****, ******* ***** *****: ad7tt9@r.postjobfree.com.
Aubrey, Texas-76277 Phone: +1-214-***-****.
Professional Summary
Completed a Master of Science in Health information technology at the University of Michigan-Dearborn.
Experienced Associate Medical coder with 2.8 years of production experience in Outpatient Risk Adjustment (HCC) coding.
Possesses comprehensive knowledge of ICD-10-CM and CPT official guidelines for Coding and Reporting, AHA coding clinic guidance, and clinical medical terminology.
Reliable team member skilled in coding, support, and work management.
Diligently adheres to the confidentiality and privacy requirements to protect all protected health information.
Proficient in utilizing electronic health records and other applications relevant to effective job performance.
Education
University of Michigan-Dearborn Aug 2022 – May 2024
Master of Science in Health Information Technology (GPA: 3.70/4.0)
Coursework: Management of Healthcare Data, Computer and Information Systems, Economics of Healthcare,
Medical Information Systems, Information Science and Ethics, Clinical and evidence-based medicine, Epidemiology,
Information Assurance, Information Systems Management, Graduate Internship.
Dr. N.T.R University of Health Sciences. Oct 2013 – Dec 2018
Bachelor of Physiotherapy (GPA: 3.45/4.0)
Six months of extensive clinical internship in physiotherapy including various departments like Orthopedics,
Neurology, Pediatrics, Cardiology.
Skills
Worked proactively in a high work-pressure environment, developed effective time management to prioritize tasks and meet emergency deadlines, with adaptability in handling unexpected challenges.
Developed a systematic approach by staying updated with the latest coding guidelines.
Possesses excellent communication and presentation skills, enabled by effective information delivery to coding teams and healthcare professionals.
Developed critical thinking and problem-solving skills by seeking feedback and inputs from colleagues to implement effective solutions collaboratively.
Developed a keen eye for detail while reviewing and abstracting patient records.
Maintained knowledge of coding guidelines through participation in quarterly tests, continuing education units (CEUs), and training sessions provided by the company.
Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and other applications for coding purposes.
Power BI, Tableau.
SAS, PSPP and SPSS, Python.
My sql, Postgres Sql.
ICD-10 CM, CPT.
Professional Experience
Data Science Intern (remote) at G- Technologies Pty Ltd, Sydney, Australia. Jan 2024- May 2024
Assisted in the collection and preprocessing of data from various sources, ensuring data quality and consistency.
Conducted EDA to identify patterns, trends, and relationships within the data, contributing insights to inform decision-making.
Utilized SAS, SQL, and Python to develop and implement analytical models for predictive analytics tasks.
Participated in the evaluation of model performance using appropriate metrics and techniques, contributing to result interpretation and insights generation.
Collaborated on the creation of informative dashboards and reports in Tableau to visualize healthcare utilization trends and financial savings.
Supported the visualization of data insights and results, aiding in the creation of informative reports or dashboards using Power BI for stakeholders.
Assisted in tracking and resolving issues with data quality and process errors, ensuring accurate reporting and analysis.
Actively engaged in learning opportunities to enhance data science skills and knowledge, staying updated with the latest advancements in the field.
Demonstrated proficiency in working remotely, effectively managing tasks and deadlines while maintaining open communication with the team.
Associate Medical Coder at Optum Global Solutions, Hyderabad, India. Aug 2019 – May 2022 Responsible for medical record diagnosis code abstraction based on clinical documentation, ICD-10-CM official guidelines for coding and reporting, AHA coding clinic guidance, CMS program guidance, and ensuring compliance with internal
policies and procedures.
Applied accurate and standardized medical codes, such as ICD-10-CM and CPT, to patient records, ensuring precise documentation of healthcare services.
Performed coding audits for new trainees to identify and rectify coding errors, ensuring data integrity and quality.
Collaborated with coding teams to resolve coding discrepancies and clarify medical documentation.
Conducted meticulous medical documentation reviews to ensure compliance with coding guidelines and regulatory requirements.
Consistently achieved 95% productivity by meeting daily targets set by the organization and consistently maintained a high level of quality in coding processes, meeting 85% of monthly quality and production standards to fulfil both client and organizational objectives.
Contributed to developing and implementing coding process improvements, streamlining workflow efficiency, and improving accuracy.
Participated in team meetings and training sessions to enhance and attended examinations for coding proficiency and share knowledge with colleagues.
Projects
Streamlined electronic health records for a diverse clientele, meticulously scrutinizing clinical documentation and accurately associating disease conditions with precise HCC and ICD-10 codes for Medicare and seasonal project ACA.
Utilized SAS to perform hypothesis tests, construct regression models, determine confidence intervals, assess sample size and power, and distinguish between disease prevalence and incidence.
Employed SAS to compute sensitivity, specificity, odds ratios, and number needed to treat (NNT). Interpreted and evaluated systematic reviews and meta-analyses.
Submitted a comprehensive research project as a part of coursework in medical information systems focusing on “Enhancing Patient Care Quality with Electronic Health Records.”
Languages
English – Full professional proficiency
Hindi – Professional working proficiency
Telugu – Native proficiency
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