Robert Kirkpatrick Rhit,Coc,Cpc, Aas
About Robert Kirkpatrick Rhit,Coc,Cpc, Aas
Robert Kirkpatrick is a Medical Records Specialist and Coder at Atlantic Health in Union, NJ, where he has worked since 2013. He has extensive education in health information technology and coding, along with certifications in tumor registry and documentation compliance.
Work at Atlantic Health System
Robert Kirkpatrick has been employed at Atlantic Health System since 2013, serving as a Medical Records Specialist and Medical Records Coder for a total of 11 years in Union, NJ. In these roles, he focuses on documentation compliance and analysis, contributing to the AMG Internal Medicine Residency Program. He also provides physician education as part of the Overlook Medical Center residency program, enhancing the training and knowledge of medical professionals.
Education and Expertise
Robert Kirkpatrick has a strong educational background in health information technology and coding. He studied at Raritan Valley Community College, earning an Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree in Health Information Technology from 2011 to 2014. Additionally, he completed a certification in Coding/Billing at Allied Health from 2008 to 2010. He also pursued further education at Sussex County Community College, obtaining another A.A.S. in Health Science from 2009 to 2011. Since 2015, he has been studying at NCRA to achieve certification as a Tumor Registrar, specializing in oncology registry.
Previous Work Experience
Before joining Atlantic Health System, Robert Kirkpatrick worked at CBIZ as a Coding/Billing Associate from 2012 to 2013 in Morristown, NJ. This role provided him with valuable experience in coding and billing processes, which he has applied in his current positions at Atlantic Health.
Specializations and Contributions
Robert Kirkpatrick specializes in documentation analysis for risk score assessment. His expertise in this area is crucial for ensuring accurate coding and compliance within medical records. He actively participates in physician education, helping to improve the understanding of documentation requirements and coding practices among medical staff.