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Lynn DeForest has over 12 years of work experience in various roles related to healthcare revenue cycle management and coding. Lynn is currently serving as the Director of Patient Business Services at Community Memorial Hospital, where they oversee multiple departments and participates in financial planning activities. Prior to this, Lynn worked as a Payment Integrity Analyst at Alaffia Health, where they conducted complex analysis of claim payments and coordinated implementation efforts for payment integrity issues. Lynn also has experience as a Director of Health Information Management at A. O. Fox Memorial Hospital, where they implemented coding productivity models and improved workflow processes. Additionally, Lynn has held positions as a Healthcare Billing and Support Services Educator at Med-Care Administrators and a Critical Support Telephone Investigation/Inspections leader at Preferred Mutual. Lynn started their career as a Specialty and Surgery Professional Coder and later became a Clinical Coding Educator/Auditor at United Health Services. Lynn also has prior experience as a Lead Coder and Certified Coder at Bassett Healthcare Network, where they oversaw coding for various medical specialties. Overall, Lynn's work experience highlights their expertise in revenue cycle management, coding, and leadership roles in the healthcare industry.

Lynn DeForest, CPC, CMBS, CHP, obtained their Bachelor's degree in Business from Capella University from 2020 to 2021. Prior to that, they completed their Associate's degree in Business Administration and Management, General from Utica School of Commerce, spanning from 1996 to 1998.

In addition to their educational achievements, Lynn DeForest holds several certifications. Lynn became a Certified HIPPA Professional in May 2020 through ecfirst. Lynn also obtained the certification of Certified Medical Billing Specialist from the Medical Association of Billers in October 2018. Furthermore, they acquired the qualification of Certified Professional Coder (CPC) from AAPC in October 2009.