Scott Farmer, CPC 11 Gardner Ave., #24 – Jersey City, NJ 07304 (502)-322-6424 – scott99farmer@yahoo.com

Education –

Medical Coding Specialist Program Spencerian College, Louisville, Kentucky June 2010 - May 2011

Bachelors of Science, Psychology Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, Louisiana May 1991

Certification –

Certified Medical Coder Examination – Passed June 11, 2011

Clinical Experience –

Vast knowledge of Anatomy & Physiology, Pharmacology, and Medical Terminology

Comprehensive knowledge of all coding systems and coding guidelines: CPT, ICD -9, HCPCS, DRG’s, APC’s (outpatient and inpatient)

Successfully passed ICD-10 certification. Required yearly CEU’s are earned and recorded with the AAPC.

Key Strengths –

Ability to work independently

Punctual and organized Ability to multitask

Pays attention to detail

Excellent problem solver Always brainstorming to find new and efficient ways to code within CMS guidelines

Constantly engaged with work, even while working remotely

Work History –

Auditor Coding Specialist October 2011 - Present Humana, Inc Medical Risk Adjustment Department Reviews medical record information to capture and verify support of diagnosis codes by following the ICD-9-CM Guidelines for Coding and Reporting. Required HCC codes are documented and submitted to CMS. Has been a top producer on numerous occasions, and has excellent coding quality. Received an award for most overtime hours worked during CMS deadline period (403 hours). Has been a remote coder for nearly 2 yrs.

Machine Operator 2006 - 2010 Samtec Inc., New Albany, Indiana Manufactured electrical connectors for a high-paced connector company. Was always a team leader and everyone’s go-to guy.

(page 2) Long Term Disability (LTD) Claims Manager 1998 - 2005 Jefferson Pilot Insurance, Atlanta, Georgia Secured and evaluated medical and non-medical information in order to approve or disapprove claims. Consulted with on-staff medical doctors as needed.

Social Security Disability Specialist 1995 - 1998 Georgia Department of Human Services, Atlanta, Georgia Examined case records of claimants applying for Social Security Disability benefits. Secured and evaluated pertinent information to approve or disapprove claims.

Objective: My goal is to continue in the medical and coding field, which will allow me to

utilize my education, training and experience in a most beneficial and productive way, and be a positive influence as part of a professional medical team.