Hi, I’m
April Thompson
Coding and Billing Specialist
Wynnewood,Oklahoma
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Summary
Motivated individual with strong work ethic and working independently. Strong organizational and team collaboration skills with experience in improving processes. Skilled multitasker with superior work ethic and good teamwork, problem-solving and organizational skills. Willing to take on any task to help team. Reliable and dedicated team player with hardworking and resourceful approach. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Coding and Billing Specialist position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
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Certification
Work History
North Central Texas College
Student
01.2024 - Current
Job overview
- Followed school and classroom policies, regulations, dress codes, and schedules.
- Worked in team environment to maintain high levels of productivity.
- Took extensive notes to document lessons and further solidify learning objectives.
- Collaborated on group projects to complete professional deliverables.
- Formed study groups to support exam preparation.
- Participated in lecture classes and asked compelling questions to further solidify learning.
- Promoted a positive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations and fostering mutual respect among students.
- Reduced claim denials with thorough verification of insurance coverage and patient eligibility before submitting claims.
- Improved coding accuracy by consistently reviewing and updating medical records, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
- Proactively identified underpayment trends by insurance carriers through regular monitoring of reimbursement patterns, advocating on behalf of the organization for fair compensation.
- Optimized workflows for faster claim processing through regular analysis of current procedures and identification of bottlenecks.
- Implemented new ICD-10 codes efficiently upon release, minimizing disruptions in claims processing while maintaining accuracy levels.
- Used data entry skills to accurately document and input statements.
- Utilized various software programs to process customer payments.
Education
Penn Foster College , Scottsdale, AZ
Certified Coding And Billing Specialist from Medical Coding
11.2023
Skills
- Fast Learner
- Positive Attitude
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Team Collaboration
- Active Learning
- Active Listening
- Punctual and Reliable
- Computer Skills
- Energetic and Enthusiastic
- Customer Service
- Basic Mathematics
- Flexible Schedule
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Research and analysis
- Reading Comprehension
- MS Office
- Performance Improvement
- Critical Reflection
- Research
- Email and Telephone Etiquette
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Innovation Skills
- Study Techniques
- Safety Procedures
- Data Entry
- Visual Communication
- Note-taking requirements
- File and Document Management
- Quantitative Reasoning
- Entrepreneurial Mindset
- Event Organization
- Networking
- CPT coding knowledge
- ICD-10 Proficiency
- Appeals Handling
- HIPAA Compliance
- Patient confidentiality
- Claims Processing
- Procedural Coding
- Diagnostic Coding
- Insurance Verification
- Revenue Cycle Management
- Payment posting
- Decision-Making
- Relationship Building
- Customer Relations
- Paperwork and documentation
- Microsoft Office
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Billing and Invoicing
- Billing statement review
- Billing Data Verification
- Payment Processing
- Collections processing
- Bill payment
- Data Analysis
- Payment Collection
- Bookkeeping
- 10-Key Data Entry
- Database updates
- Word Processing
Certification
- CBCS - Certified Billing and Coding Specialist
- CCS-P - Certified Coding Specialist - Physician - Based
- CCA - Certified Coding Associate
- CPC - Certified Professional Coder
- CCS - Certified Coding Specialist
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimePart TimeContract WorkWork Location
RemoteImportant To Me
Flexible work hoursWork from home optionPersonal development programs4-day work weekPaid time off401k matchCompany CultureWork-life balanceCareer advancementPaid sick leaveHealthcare benefitsTimeline
Student
North Central Texas College
01.2024 - Current
Penn Foster College
Certified Coding And Billing Specialist from Medical Coding
- CBCS - Certified Billing and Coding Specialist
- CCS-P - Certified Coding Specialist - Physician - Based
- CCA - Certified Coding Associate
- CPC - Certified Professional Coder
- CCS - Certified Coding Specialist
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