Michele Coan, Rhia, Ccs
About Michele Coan, Rhia, Ccs
Michele Coan is a Lead Auditor specializing in DRG Validation at Revint Solutions, with over a decade of experience in healthcare auditing and coding. She has a background in medical transcription and has held various roles in healthcare organizations, contributing significantly to revenue recovery efforts.
Current Role at Revint Solutions
Michele Coan currently serves as a Lead Auditor in DRG Validation at Revint Solutions. She has held this position since 2019, contributing to the company's efforts in ensuring accurate reimbursement for healthcare providers. Her role involves analyzing and validating Diagnosis Related Groups (DRG) to optimize revenue integrity.
Previous Experience at CloudMed Solutions
Michele Coan worked at CloudMed Solutions from 2018 to 2019 as a DRG Validation specialist. During her tenure, she played a significant role in the company’s recognition as the 2020 Revenue Integrity and Underpayment Services KLAS® Category Leader. She was part of a team that helped recover over $1.2 billion in underpaid or unidentified revenue for healthcare providers annually.
Educational Background
Michele Coan holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Health Information/Medical Records Administration from The University of Toledo, where she studied from 2012 to 2014. Prior to that, she earned an Associate of Applied Science in Health Information/Medical Records Technology from Owens Community College, completing her studies from 2006 to 2009.
Career History in Healthcare
Michele Coan has extensive experience in the healthcare sector. She worked as a Medical Transcriptionist at St. Vincent Mercy Hospital from 2005 to 2012 and served as a Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialist at The University of Toledo from 2010 to 2012. Additionally, she held various roles including Coding Consultant at HRS Coding and Associate Manager at Exela Technologies, where she was involved in consulting services.
Technical Skills and Contributions
In her current role, Michele Coan utilizes advanced technology, including machine learning algorithms, to enhance revenue recovery processes. Her expertise in DRG validation and coding has contributed to significant financial recoveries for healthcare organizations, showcasing her technical skills in the field.