Mary Jo Layton Cmbs,Cpc
About Mary Jo Layton Cmbs,Cpc
Mary Jo Layton is a Risk Adjust Coder at Optum with over 25 years of experience in healthcare insurance, billing, and coding. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration and is currently pursuing CRC Risk Adjustment certification through AAPC.
Current Role at Insight Global
Mary Jo Layton serves as a Risk Adjust Coder at Optum through Insight Global since 2019. In this role, she applies her extensive knowledge in medical coding and risk adjustment to ensure accurate coding practices. Her responsibilities include analyzing patient data and optimizing coding processes to align with industry standards. This position allows her to leverage her 25 years of experience in healthcare insurance, billing, and coding.
Educational Background
Mary Jo Layton has a diverse educational background. She earned a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration and Management from Thomas Edison State College, studying from 2012 to 2014. Prior to that, she studied Small Business Management at Mercer County Community College from 2004 to 2005. Additionally, she attended Rutgers University, where she focused on English and Art from 1978 to 1980. This combination of studies supports her expertise in healthcare management and coding.
Previous Experience in Medical Coding
Before her current role, Mary Jo Layton worked at Zweena, LLC as a Medical Coding/PHR Management professional for four months in 2012. This experience contributed to her foundational knowledge in medical coding and patient health record management. Her early career experiences laid the groundwork for her subsequent roles in healthcare coding and financial management.
Areas of Specialization
Mary Jo Layton specializes in several medical fields, including Cardiology, Neurosurgery, Orthopedic Surgery, Psychotherapy, and Family Practice. Her expertise in these areas enhances her ability to perform risk adjustment coding effectively. She is currently studying for the CRC Risk Adjustment and HCC certification through AAPC, further solidifying her knowledge and skills in this growing area of healthcare.
Future Goals and Industry Adaptation
Mary Jo Layton plans to diversify her skills as the healthcare industry evolves. She aims to implement EMR hosting and establish a second office location as part of her short-term goals. She recognizes the importance of adapting to changes in healthcare reform and sees risk adjustment as a relevant and expanding subset of certified coding. Her proactive approach positions her to meet the future demands of the industry.