Allison Hsu
About Allison Hsu
Allison Hsu serves as the Lead Coder at Emanate Health in West Covina, CA, where she has worked since 2016. She has a background in nursing and acupuncture, holding degrees from Taipei Medical University and Alhambra Medical University.
Work at Emanate Health
Allison Hsu has served as Lead Coder at Emanate Health since 2016, contributing to the organization for eight years in West Covina, CA. In her role, she assists in OSHPD data correction and plays a key part in reviewing and appealing denials from CMS, RAC, and other payers. She communicates effectively with physicians and clinical staff to resolve coding issues and coordinates meetings between the coding department and the Clinical Documentation Improvement (CDI) department. Additionally, she performs quality analysis of coding and abstraction for both inpatient and outpatient accounts.
Education and Expertise
Allison Hsu holds a Master of Science (M.S.) in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine from Alhambra Medical University, where she studied from 2010 to 2015. She also earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Registered Nursing from Taipei Medical University, completing her studies from 2003 to 2007. Her educational background equips her with a comprehensive understanding of both medical coding and healthcare practices.
Background
Before her current position as Lead Coder, Allison Hsu worked at Emanate Health as Coder II from 2014 to 2016. This two-year experience provided her with foundational skills in medical coding and prepared her for her subsequent role as Lead Coder. Her work experience in the healthcare sector spans various responsibilities related to coding and documentation.
Professional Responsibilities
In her capacity as Lead Coder, Allison Hsu is responsible for a range of tasks that ensure accurate coding practices. She assists in OSHPD data correction and plays a significant role in reviewing coding denials from various payers. Her responsibilities also include coordinating meetings between departments to enhance communication and resolve coding issues effectively. Additionally, she conducts quality analysis of coding and abstraction for both inpatient and outpatient accounts.