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Amanda Blake

Coding Specialist (Rheumatology)
Shelby,NC

Summary

Knowledgeable and Disciplined Medical Billing and Coding Specialist with 10+ years experience; also talented at correcting and resubmitting claims. Advanced knowledge of Rheumatology Infusion coding. Offers background in reviewing, analyzing and managing medical record information to obtain prior authorizations from insurance companies and ensure payment.


Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Medical Coding Specialist

Tryon Medical Partners
Charlotte, NC
09.2021 - Current
  • Correctly coded and billed medical claims for various outpatient physician offices including Rheumatology and Internal Medicine;specializing in Infusion Treatments.
  • Reviewed outpatient records and interpreted documentation to identify diagnoses and procedures.
  • Communicated with insurance companies to research and resolved coding discrepancies.

Practice Manager

CaroMont Medical Group
Gastonia, NC
01.2009 - 09.2021
  • Managed daily practice operations to optimize appointment scheduling, patient records management and billing functions.
  • Oversaw accounting, budgeting, and financial reporting.
  • Implemented onboarding for new employees, which enabled each to effectively learn tasks and job duties.
  • Performed all Coding and Billing For Rheumatology Providers, including Infusion Treatments, in office procedures and office visits.
  • Insurance follow up for denied claims.
  • Prior authorizations and Patient Assistant Programs

Infusion Coordinator

CaroMont Medical Group
Gastonia, NC
09.2004 - 12.2008

* Communicated with patients the financial responsibility of insurance and self pay for Infusion Services.

* Verified Infusion Benefits and insurance coverage.

* Set up Patient Assistance for patients.

* Successfully kept up with Prior Authorizations for Infusion patients.

Skills

    Rheumatology coding

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Software

Athena EMR

Epic EMR

Microsoft Word & Excel

Timeline

Medical Coding Specialist

Tryon Medical Partners
09.2021 - Current

Practice Manager

CaroMont Medical Group
01.2009 - 09.2021

Infusion Coordinator

CaroMont Medical Group
09.2004 - 12.2008
Amanda BlakeCoding Specialist (Rheumatology)