Julie Montague
About Julie Montague
Julie Montague is a Senior Risk Adjustment Chart Review Coder at Martin's Point Health Care, where she has worked since 2021. She has extensive experience in coding and risk adjustment, having previously served in various roles at Martin's Point Health Care and Maine Medical Center.
Current Role at Martin's Point Health Care
Julie Montague currently holds the position of Senior Risk Adjustment Chart Review Coder at Martin's Point Health Care. She has been in this role since 2021. In her current position, she focuses on reviewing medical charts to ensure accurate risk adjustment coding. This role is critical in maintaining the integrity of coding practices and supporting the organization's compliance with healthcare regulations.
Previous Experience at Martin's Point Health Care
Before her current role, Julie Montague worked at Martin's Point Health Care as a Medicare Risk Adjustment Coding Analyst from 2014 to 2021. During this seven-year tenure, she was responsible for analyzing and coding medical records for Medicare risk adjustment purposes. Additionally, she served on an internal committee that focused on the quality and assurance of coding review, contributing to the improvement of coding standards within the organization.
Background in Surgical Coding
Julie Montague began her career in surgical coding at Maine Medical Center, where she worked as a Surgical Coding Specialist from 2008 to 2014. This six-year experience provided her with a strong foundation in coding practices and procedures. Her role involved coding surgical procedures and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and standards.
Early Career at Martin's Point Health Care
Julie Montague's association with Martin's Point Health Care began in 1999 when she joined as a Senior Claims Processor and Coding Specialist. She worked in this capacity for nine years until 2008. This early experience in claims processing and coding laid the groundwork for her subsequent roles in the organization and contributed to her expertise in risk adjustment coding.
Contributions to Quality Assurance and HEDIS Review
In her roles at Martin's Point Health Care, Julie Montague has been involved in HEDIS chart review, specifically for measures CBP and CIS. She contributed to the creation of standard work documents for coding processes, which are essential for maintaining consistency and accuracy in coding practices. Her involvement in quality assurance initiatives reflects her commitment to enhancing coding standards within the healthcare setting.