Amber Furne

Work History

Peninsula Community Health Services

09.2023 - Current

Improved accuracy of medical coding by thoroughly reviewing patient records and assigning correct codes for diagnoses and procedures
Verified, coded and added modifiers to diagnoses.
Maintained compliance with industry regulations by staying up-to-date on the latest changes in medical coding guidelines and conventions
Maintained updated knowledge of coding requirements, through continuing education and certification renewal.
Maintained compliance with industry regulations by staying up-to-date on the latest changes in medical coding guidelines and conventions.
Supported company''s financial stability by precisely identifying trends and patterns related to coding errors, denial reasons, and reimbursement delays.
Supported continuous improvement initiatives within the coding department by actively participating in team meetings, trainings, and sharing best practices with colleagues

Peninsula Community Health Services

06.2023 - Current

Verified accuracy of billing data and corrected errors to ensure clean claims production
Performed corrections of patient registration information, including demographics and insurance details
Obtained and entered documents such as authorizations and financial agreements
Maintained detailed records and documented activities in patient accounts
Communicated with insurance providers to resolve denied claims and resubmitted
Resolved discrepancies in patient accounting records
Monitored aging reports and took necessary steps to guarantee timely payment of claims
Posted and adjusted payments from insurance companies.
Coordinated and collected necessary information from staff, patients, or payers for claim adjudication
Generated and submitted secondary bills and patient invoices accurately and on time
Identified and resolved overpayments and duplicate payments
Processed refund requests in accordance with policies and procedures
Contributed to the billing team with a positive attitude, respectful interaction, innovative ideas, efficiency, and ethical behavior
Familiar with using electronic health records (e.g., Athena and NextGen)
Performed other duties as assigned

Renovis Inc.

01.2006 - 10.2010

Prepared vendor invoices and processed incoming payments
Applied proper codes to invoices, files and receipts to keep records organized and easily searchable
Developed strong relationships with key vendors to ensure seamless communication during payment inquiries or disputes resolution.
Reviewed vendor invoices for appropriate documentation and validity prior to payment
Reported financial data and updated financial records in ledgers and journals
Collaborated closely with different departments to track project expenses accurately across various cost centers.
Prepared and distributed over 50 employee reimbursement checks weekly

Ridge Vineyards Inc.

03.1999 - 12.2005

Applied proper codes to invoices, files and receipts to keep records organized and easily searchable
Maintained good working relationships with vendors and farmers and resolved disputes
Reviewed vendor invoices for appropriate documentation and validity prior to payment
Reconciled accounts, managed audits and updated financial records with remarkable accuracy
Prepared vendor invoices and processed incoming payments.
Prepared and distributed over 30 employee reimbursement checks weekly
Assisted in month-end closing procedures, ensuring all invoices were processed on time to reflect accurate financial statements.