Ama Amoh-Tonto
Columbus,OH
Summary
Hands-on professional offering a keen understanding of data confidentiality and HIPAA regulations. Highly trained Medical Coder knowledgeable in AMA and the CMS coding rules. Self-motivated Medical Records Specialist with expertise in scanning and indexing medical records to correct chart. Bilingual with pleasant attitude and desire to help in any capacity.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Coder/HIM Technician/RHIA/Quality Control Inspector
Medline Industries, Inc
West Jefferson, Ohio
06.2023 - Current
- Coded diagnoses and procedures from patient medical records using ICD-10-CM and CPT-4 codes.
- Reviewed patient medical records for accuracy, completeness and compliance with coding regulations.
- Advised clinicians on appropriate use of codes based on current guidelines and regulations.
Health Administrative Assistant
Drip Hydration, LLC
Columbus, OH
02.2021 - 04.2024
- Responded to patient inquiries regarding medical records and appointment scheduling.
- Organized and maintained confidential medical files, both electronic and hard copy.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all patient visits utilizing Electronic Health Records.
- Scheduled appointments for patients using the practice's software system.
- Processed payments from patients for services rendered by the practice.
Epic Go-Live Consultant
OhioHealth Riverside Methodist Hospital
Columbus, OH
07.2017 - 11.2018
- Provided technical guidance and support to stakeholders during Epic go-live implementation process.
- Developed comprehensive training materials for end users of the Epic system.
- Analyzed user data, identified gaps, and proposed solutions to ensure successful adoption of the new system.
- Assisted with testing activities such as unit testing, integration testing, user acceptance testing. prior to go-live date.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Services Administration
Ohio University
Athens, OH06-2017
Associate of Applied Science - Health Information Technology
DeVry University
Columbus, OH09-2008
Master of Science - Cybersecurity And Data Assurance
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UTSkills
- Medical Software Proficiency
- Anatomy knowledge
- Diagnostic Coding
- Patient data identification
Affiliations
outdoors, travelling, soccer, and volleyball
Languages
Akans
Native/ Bilingual
Korean
Elementary
Accomplishments
- Michael Kline Award, 2016 Ohio University
Certification
- AHIMA Membership
- State Tested Nurse Aide
- Certified Medical Coder
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Medical Coder/HIM Technician/RHIA/Quality Control Inspector
Medline Industries, Inc
06.2023 - Current
Health Administrative Assistant
Drip Hydration, LLC
02.2021 - 04.2024
Epic Go-Live Consultant
OhioHealth Riverside Methodist Hospital
07.2017 - 11.2018
Bachelor of Science - Health Services Administration
Ohio University
Associate of Applied Science - Health Information Technology
DeVry University
Master of Science - Cybersecurity And Data Assurance
Western Governors University