AShlee Melda, CPC
Bluefield,Virginia
Summary
Certified Professional Coder, seeking Medical Coding position. Background in healthcare with ability to work independently, as well as in a team environment, with excellent time management skills and attention to detail. *Knowledgeable in medical terminology, MS Word, Excel, practice management and EHR software systems. *Proficient in assigning appropriate ICD-10 and CPT codes.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Professional Coder (CPC)
Clinch Valley Health (LifePoint Health)
09.2022 - Current
- Managed coding for fifteen physicians across multi-specialties daily
- Reviewed clinical data from medical records to assign ICD, and E/M codes
- Maintained updated knowledge of coding requirements which included continuing education and certification renewal
- Accurately assigned codes using software and official print copy of code books
- Applied coding rules established by American Medical Association and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services for assignment of procedural codes.
- Kept patient information confidential and respected patient right to privacy according to HIPAA requirements
- Manage accurate and timely completion and submission of all billing
- Audit Physician Documents for compliance and government regulations
- Maintained strict patient privacy and confidential information, meeting HIPPA guidelines and statues for data security
- Proficient with Athena, Quanum, Ingenious Med, MediTech, Optum EncoderPro, TraceMaster ECG and 3M Health Information Systems
- Managed time efficiently while meeting professional goals and working effectively with other members of Coding and Central Billing team
Patient Services Coordinator
Associated Hearing And Diagnostics
06.2020 - 08.2022
- Guide patient throughout their journey to better hearing
- Telephoned and interviewed patients and family members to obtain pre-registration information and confirm appointments
- Collected forms, insurance card and co-pay to facilitate registration process and prepare patient for appointment
- Verified patient's insurance eligibility and benefits coverage
- Respected patients by recognizing rights and maintaining confidentiality
- Demonstrated exceptional customer service to foster welcoming and professional environment for patients
- Communicated with primary care offices and insurance companies to obtain authorization
Social Media Marketing Specialist
Associated Hearing And Diagnostics
07.2018 - 08.2022
- Build and execute social media strategy to enhance companies online presence
- Increased marketing and sales efforts
- Conduct routine industry research to identify and create content
- Track and analyze metrics to establish goals for future posts
- Engage audience conversation and feedback
Graduate Teaching Fellow
Radford University
08.2016 - 05.2017
- Taught two undergraduate CORE courses at University
- Designed classroom activities to familiarize students with collegiate-level writing and research
- Instructed students how to research, analyze and compare materials related to topics being taught
- Created lesson materials, visuals, and digital presentations to supplement lesson plans
Graduate Teaching Assistant
Radford University
08.2015 - 05.2016
- Checked assignments, proctored tests and provided grades according to university standards.
- Mentored students through office hours and one-on-one communication.
- Documented attendance and completed assignments to maintain full class and student records.
- Worked with teachers in evaluating student progress, needs and gains.
Education
CPC Certification Program - 80-Hour Professional Medical Coding
Coding Clarified
2023
Bachelor of Arts - Public Relations
Radford University
Radford, Virginia2017
Skills
- Medical terminology
- ICD-10 (International Classification of Disease Systems)
- CPT Coding Guidelines
- Close attention to detail
- Flexible and adaptable
- Office support (phones, faxing, filing)
- Excellent verbal communication
- Decision Making
- Expert Problem solver
- Time management
- Adept multi-tasking
- Self disciplined
- Resourceful and reliable worker
- MS Word, Excel, Powerpoint
Affiliations
American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC)
April 2023- Present
Certification
Certified Professional Coder (CPC)
April 2023- Present
Timeline
Certified Professional Coder (CPC)
Clinch Valley Health (LifePoint Health)
09.2022 - Current
Patient Services Coordinator
Associated Hearing And Diagnostics
06.2020 - 08.2022
Social Media Marketing Specialist
Associated Hearing And Diagnostics
07.2018 - 08.2022
Graduate Teaching Fellow
Radford University
08.2016 - 05.2017
Graduate Teaching Assistant
Radford University
08.2015 - 05.2016
CPC Certification Program - 80-Hour Professional Medical Coding
Coding Clarified
Bachelor of Arts - Public Relations
Radford University
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