Christina Donahue Taylor
About Christina Donahue Taylor
Christina Donahue Taylor serves as the Section Head of Coding at the National Institutes of Health, where she has worked since 2011. She possesses extensive experience in health information management and coding, having held various roles in healthcare organizations over the past two decades.
Current Role at National Institutes of Health
Christina Donahue Taylor serves as the Section Head of Coding at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) in Bethesda, Maryland. She has held this position since 2011, contributing over a decade of experience in healthcare coding management. In her current role, she oversees coding operations, ensuring compliance with coding standards and regulations. Taylor has extensive experience managing both remote and onsite coding teams, which enhances the efficiency and accuracy of coding practices within the organization.
Previous Experience in Healthcare Coding
Before her current role at NIH, Taylor worked as a Medical Coder at the National Institutes of Health for three months in 2010. Her earlier positions include working as a Medical Record Technician at the Program Support Center, Office of the Commissioned Corps, and various roles at MAMSI Health Plans, where she gained experience in coding, claims triage, and customer support. Her diverse background in healthcare coding spans multiple settings, including acute care and managed care.
Education and Credentials
Taylor holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Management Studies from the University of Maryland Global Campus, which she completed over eight years from 2000 to 2008. She also earned an Associate of Applied Science in Health Information Management from Northern Virginia Community College between 1978 and 1980. Additionally, she has achieved the Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) credential, building upon her previous Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) credential. Currently, she is focusing on obtaining a credential in Cancer Registry Management.
Volunteer Experience
In addition to her professional roles, Taylor has a long-standing commitment to community service through her volunteer work with the American Red Cross. She volunteered from 1998 to 2011, dedicating 13 years to supporting various initiatives. This experience reflects her dedication to healthcare and community support beyond her professional obligations.
Expertise in Coding Systems
Taylor possesses expertise in various coding systems, including ICD-9-CM, ICD-10 CM, ICD-10 PCS, and CPT-4 coding. Her knowledge in these areas is critical for ensuring accurate medical coding and compliance with healthcare regulations. This expertise is complemented by her extensive experience in managing coding teams and operations across different healthcare environments.