Professional Summary
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Work History
Education
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Tina Marie Pellis

Parc Home Care
HERMITAGE,PA
1
Certification
12
years of professional experience

Accomplished OASIS Reviewer and ICD-10 Coder specializing in compliance and accuracy. Enhanced documentation integrity and optimized reimbursement for home health services through comprehensive coding expertise. Holds HCS-D Home Care Coding Specialist – Diagnosis and COS-C Certificate for OASIS Specialist-Clinical.

Work History

Registered Nurse, Oasis Reviewer & Coder - Remote

6 Months
Parc Home Care | 02.2026 - Current
  • Perform comprehensive home health documentation reviews within multiple EMR systems. The reviews are focused on coding and OASIS accuracy in accordance with regulations.
  • Review clinical OASIS (SOC/ROC/Recert assessments) and 485 data to ensure accuracy, appropriateness, congruency, completeness, and compliance with federal and state regulations and client policy
  • Ensure appropriate ICD-10 coding and sequencing as it relates to the patient’s medical condition
  • Consult with appropriate clinical staff to clarify any data integrity issues and appropriate corrections per policy.
  • Serve as a resource for clinicians regarding OASIS, coding, and PDGM guidelines, enhancing compliance and understanding Assisted with other record review activities.

Oasis Coder and Reviewer

1 Year 5 Months
Berry Dunn | 09.2024 - 02.2026
  • Review and validate OASIS assessments (SOC, ROC, Recert) and related 485 data for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with federal/state regulations.
  • Identify and correct discrepancies or errors in OASIS data, collaborating with clinicians to ensure proper documentation.
  • Transferred OASIS data to Medicare electronically to Medicare in compliance with CMS requirements
  • Review ICD-10 coding and sequencing from patient chart documentation to ensure accuracy and appropriateness
  • Document recommended changes and assess potential reimbursement impact

UM Reviewer and Coder

5 Months
Phoenix Home Health | 04.2024 - 09.2024
  • * Reviewed clinical documentation
  • * Assigned correct codes: ICD 10 that aligned with CMS PDGM and payer specific rules
  • * Reviewed oasis for valid assessment and 485 data for appropriateness, congruency, and completeness
  • * Collaborated with clinicians to clarify documentation gaps and inconsistencies while recommending corrections.
  • * Ensured compliance to optimize reimbursement.

UM Reviewer and Coder

1 Year
Interim Home Health | 03.2023 - 03.2024
  • Review home health documentation in multiple EMR systems for accuracy, completeness, and compliance.
  • Perform detailed ICD-10 coding for home health episodes, ensuring alignment with clinical documentation and payer requirements.
  • Audit and validate OASIS data sets for accuracy, consistency, and adherence to CMS guidelines.
  • Communicate with agency staff to clarify documentation and resolve discrepancies.
  • Stay current with CMS regulations, ICD-10 updates, and OASIS guidance to ensure ongoing compliance.
  • Provide feedback and education to agency partners to improve documentation quality and coding accuracy.

UM Reviewer and Coder

2 Years 3 Months
UPMC | 12.2020 - 03.2023

Ensured accurate, compliant, complete documentation for patients receiving home care, combining clinical coding expertise with OASIS review to support Medicare, Medicaid, and private insurance reimbursement while meeting CMS and agency compliance standards.

  • Review clinical documentation: Examine physician notes, nursing assessments, therapy records, referral forms, and OASIS responses for accuracy, completeness, and compliance.
  • Assign correct codes: Apply ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes and CPT procedure codes in alignment with CMS PDGM and payer-specific rules .
  • OASIS review: Validate SOC/ROC/Recert assessments and 485 data for appropriateness, congruency, and completeness.
  • Collaborate with clinicians: Clarify documentation gaps or inconsistencies with nurses, therapists, and coordinators; recommend corrections.
  • Ensure compliance: Adhere to CMS home health regulations, OASIS guidelines, and agency policies to reduce audit risk and denials.
  • Optimize reimbursement: Support accurate coding to maximize appropriate payment without overbilling.
  • Stay current: Monitor changes in coding rules, OASIS updates, and PDGM requirementsers+1.

Home Health Registered Nurse Case Manager

3 Years 9 Months
UPMC | 03.2017 - 12.2020
  • Conducted thorough assessments and evaluations, identifying patient needs and tailoring interventions accordingly.
  • Coordinated comprehensive care plans for diverse patient populations to ensure optimal health outcomes.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance communication and streamline care delivery processes.
  • Educated patients and families on disease management, medication adherence, and preventive health measures.

Home Health Registered Nurse Case Manager

2 Years 6 Months
Sharon Regional Home Health | 09.2014 - 03.2017
  • Conducted thorough assessments and evaluations, identifying patient needs and tailoring interventions accordingly.
  • Implemented quality improvement initiatives that enhanced patient satisfaction scores and reduced hospital readmissions.
  • Worked with a multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
  • Strengthened patient adherence to prescribed medications and treatments by providing clear instructions and addressing any concerns or barriers.
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments of patients'' physical, emotional, social, and environmental needs to develop individualized care plans.
  • Prevented complications by promptly identifying potential issues and taking appropriate action to address them.
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing personalized care plans and closely monitoring progress.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Capella University | Minneapolis, MN | 04-2018

Skills

Independent work
EMR systems expertise
Patient assessment
Data analysis
Wound care
Quality improvement
Clinical training support
Staff supervision
Clinical documentation review
High level of autonomy

Certification

Home Care Coding Specialist – Diagnosis (HCS-D)

Certificate for OASIS Specialist-Clinical (COS-C)

Timeline

Registered Nurse, Oasis Reviewer & Coder - Remote

Parc Home Care
02.2026 - CurrentRead More

Oasis Coder and Reviewer

Berry Dunn
09.2024 - 02.2026Read More

UM Reviewer and Coder

Phoenix Home Health
04.2024 - 09.2024Read More

UM Reviewer and Coder

Interim Home Health
03.2023 - 03.2024Read More

UM Reviewer and Coder

UPMC
12.2020 - 03.2023Read More

Home Health Registered Nurse Case Manager

UPMC
03.2017 - 12.2020Read More

Home Health Registered Nurse Case Manager

Sharon Regional Home Health
09.2014 - 03.2017Read More

Capella University

Bachelor of Science from Nursing
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Tina Marie Pellis