Dawn Peterson
About Dawn Peterson
Dawn Peterson serves as the Director of Risk Adjustment at Martin's Point Health Care, bringing extensive experience in risk adjustment and revenue management from various leadership roles in healthcare organizations. She has a strong background in clinical services management, coding analysis, and education, with previous positions at Health Alliance Medical Plans and AAPC.
Current Role at Martin's Point Health Care
Dawn Peterson serves as the Director of Risk Adjustment at Martin's Point Health Care. She has held this position since 2019, contributing to the organization's focus on risk adjustment strategies and revenue management. Her role involves overseeing initiatives that enhance the accuracy of risk adjustment coding and ensure compliance with healthcare regulations.
Previous Experience in Healthcare Management
Prior to her current position, Peterson held several roles at Health Alliance Medical Plans. She worked as the Director of Risk Adjustment Revenue Management from 2015 to 2017 and as the Director of Utilization Management and Risk Adjustment Solutions from 2017 to 2019. These roles allowed her to develop extensive expertise in risk adjustment and revenue management within the healthcare sector.
Educational Background
Dawn Peterson studied at Walden University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Public Health from 2013 to 2016. She also attended Parkland College, focusing on Broadcast Communications from 1998 to 1999. This educational foundation supports her extensive experience in healthcare operations and management.
Leadership in Medical Coding Community
Peterson has demonstrated leadership within the medical coding community through her roles at AAPC. She served as Local Vice President and Local Education Officer for the Medical Coders of Central Illinois. These positions highlight her commitment to advancing the field of medical coding and supporting fellow professionals in their development.
Experience in Clinical Services and Education
Dawn Peterson has a strong background in clinical services management and education. She worked as a Coding and Billing Instructor at MK Education at Parkland College from 2011 to 2013. Additionally, her experience as Manager of Coding Analysis and Education at Health Alliance Medical Plans further emphasizes her comprehensive understanding of healthcare operations and coding practices.