Valerie Petersen, RHIT, CCS

Manager

Valerie Petersen is a manager at Wipfli with more than 36 years in the healthcare industry who specializes in hospital HIM revenue cycle management. Prior to joining Wipfli, Valerie was the coding manager at a revenue cycle company, where she managed all operations related to coding services including conducting claim and coding audits, maintenance of quality assurance program, focus on compliant documentation, developer of training, education and mentor of coders and practitioners. She was a go-to resource for clients, account leaders, billers and coding staff for her coding knowledge. In addition, Valerie self-promotes exhibiting common respect and providing servitude leadership is key for fundamental growth and success.

Certifications

• AHIMA Credentialed: Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT)
• AHIMA Certified: Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)

Professional memberships and activities

• American Health Information Management Association
  (AHIMA) – Member
• Michigan Health Information Management Association (MHIMA) – Member