Sandra Brewton, Rhit, Ccs, Chca, Cpc
About Sandra Brewton, Rhit, Ccs, Chca, Cpc
Sandra Brewton is an experienced ICD-10-CM/PCS DRG Auditor and Educator with a background in health information technology. She holds multiple certifications, including Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) and Certified Professional Coder (CPC), and has worked in various roles within the healthcare sector since 1999.
Work at Panacea Healthcare Solutions
Sandra Brewton has been employed at Panacea Healthcare Solutions since 2015, where she serves as an ICD-10-CM/PCS DRG Auditor/Educator. In this role, she is responsible for auditing and educating healthcare professionals on the complexities of ICD-10-CM and PCS coding. Her expertise contributes to ensuring compliance and accuracy in medical coding practices across the organization.
Education and Expertise
Sandra Brewton studied at Arapahoe Community College, where she earned an Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) in Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician. She also holds an Associate of Arts degree from the same institution. Additionally, she studied Music Education at the University of Arizona. Her educational background supports her extensive knowledge in healthcare coding and auditing.
Background
Sandra Brewton has a diverse professional background in healthcare coding and medical transcription. She worked as a Medical Transcriptionist at The Children's Hospital of Denver from 1999 to 2009 and served as an Abstract Surgery Coder at University Physicians, Inc. for one year in 2008-2009. She also held the position of Inpatient Coding Supervisor at University of Colorado Hospital from 2012 to 2014.
Achievements
Sandra Brewton is recognized for her professional certifications, including Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Certified Professional Coder (CPC), and Certified Healthcare Auditor (CHCA). She has also been approved as an ICD-10-CM/PCS Trainer by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA), highlighting her expertise in coding education and training.