Arlety Garcia
Clearwater,FL
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 individual with pleasant attitude and desire to help in any capacity.
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
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Certification
Work History
Medical Coder
Curitas Medical Center
Miami, FL
01.2024 - 07.2024
- Reviewed patient medical records for accuracy, completeness and compliance with coding regulations.
- Coded diagnoses and procedures from patient medical records using ICD-10-CM and CPT-4 codes.
- Verified accuracy of procedure codes to ensure proper reimbursement levels.
- Researched discrepancies between documentation and billing information in order to resolve any issues prior to submission.
- Assisted in the development of coding guidelines and policies.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of coding changes, updates, and new rules.
- Performed audits on coded claims to ensure that all required data elements are included for accurate payment processing.
- Provided support for coding queries raised by coders or staff members regarding specific cases or coding issues.
- Prepared reports summarizing coding trends or areas where additional training is needed.
- Collaborated with other departments such as billing, clinical documentation improvement, quality assurance to ensure accurate coding practices are being followed.
- Identified opportunities for process improvements related to medical coding operations processes and procedures.
- Participated in meetings with physicians, nurses, case managers and other healthcare professionals in order to discuss complex cases or clarify documentation requirements.
Education
Medical Billing And Coding
St. Lawrence University
Canton, NY08-2024
Skills
- Medical Billing
- Medical Terminology
- Revenue Cycle Management
- Records Management
- Medical coding
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Certification
- Certificate Medical Billing and Coding
Timeline
Medical Coder
Curitas Medical Center
01.2024 - 07.2024
Medical Billing And Coding
St. Lawrence University