Nancy Nelson

Nancy Nelson serves as Vice President of Coding Operations at Advantum Health, bringing over 30 years of healthcare experience to her role. She began her career as a BSN, RN providing direct patient care at the bedside before expanding into hospital quality, Joint Commission initiatives, and the development of a Clinical Documentation Improvement (CDI) program. This foundation led her into both facility and professional coding, where she built deep expertise across the revenue cycle. Today, she leads large-scale coding operations with a focus on accuracy, compliance, and operational excellence.

Nancy is known for her ability to streamline coding operations while maintaining a strong emphasis on quality and regulatory compliance. She has led the implementation of advanced coding technologies and workflow enhancements that improve productivity, reduce denials, and accelerate revenue realization. Her leadership is grounded in data-driven decision-making and cross-functional collaboration, ensuring alignment between coding, billing, and compliance teams. She is also deeply committed to developing high-performing teams through education, mentorship, and structured quality programs that drive consistent, measurable results for clients.

Driven by her clinical roots and passion for healthcare, Nancy remains focused on improving both the financial and clinical integrity of the organizations she supports. She is dedicated to continuous improvement, innovation in coding practices, and fostering a culture of accountability and growth—ensuring Advantum Health delivers lasting value to its clients and partners.