Aurora Torres Cajudo
Corona,United States
Summary
Skilled and experienced Clinical Supervisor and Lead Ophthalmic Technician adept at evaluating complex eye diseases and cross-examining patient medical history to verify information. Prepares patients for ophthalmology tests, assists in surgical procedures and maintains all operating equipment. Detail-oriented and knowledgeable Certified Ophthalmic Assistant skilled at completing patient-facing and office-based tasks by applying strong multitasking and organizational abilities. Independent worker with extensive medical knowledge and experience and fastidious nature dedicated to optimal patient care. Knowledgeable medical office professional talented at correcting and resubmitting claims, preparing patient charts and reviewing health records to identify proper diagnosis codes for billing. Offers background in reviewing, analyzing and managing medical record information to obtain prior authorizations from insurance companies and ensure payment.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Supervisor and Lead Ophthalmic Technician
A.M. Palanca Capistrano Eye Center
Corona , CA
07.2013 - Current
- Operated ophthalmic equipment for patient eye examinations and prepared patients for examinations and surgeries.
- Explained pre- and post-operative procedures to patients and carefully reviewed surgical plans.
- Applied eye medications and drops to dilate pupils in preparation for examinations.
- Assisted physician with laser procedures for vision corrective actions.
- Identified issues during preliminary exam and addressed concerns with physician.
- Promoted positive and smooth patient flow throughout facility, encouraging more efficient operations and boosting patient satisfaction.
- Directed patients to exam rooms for initial evaluations and intake to aide physicians with carrying out efficient appointments.
- Maintained updated knowledge of coding requirements, through continuing education and certification renewal.
- Verified, coded and added modifiers to diagnoses.
- Reviewed outpatient records and interpreted documentation to identify diagnoses and procedures.
- Used Examwriter, Officemate, Nextech Intellichart Pro to input information into computerized patient record system and assigned diagnostic and procedure codes to patient records for billing purposes.
- Reviewed patient charts to better understand health histories, diagnoses and treatments.
Clinical Research Fellow
Shiley Eye Center
San Diego , CA
06.2008 - 06.2010
- Assisted with analysis of research data in collaboration with research department.
- Designed, constructed and implemented research proposals, protocols, and procedures.
- Attended and gave seminars under direction of scientific director.
Medical Doctor
Veterans Memorial Medical Center
Quezon City , Philippines
04.2006 - 05.2008
- Interviewed patients concerning physical complaints, discussed symptoms, asked questions and suggested treatment options.
- Implemented therapeutic regiments involving medications and other interventions to mitigate symptoms and prevent reoccurrence.
Education
Certified Coding Specialist - Medical Coding
Tri County Allied School
Corona, CA04.2021
M.D. - Medicine
University of The Philippines College of Medicine
Manila Philippines04.2001
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of The Philippines
Quezon City, Philippines04.1994
Skills
- Certified Coding Specialist (CCS-AHIMA)
- Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA-JCAHPO)
- Medical Terminology and Knowledge
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Medical History Recording, Charting and Clinical Documentation
- Data Entry with Attention to Detail
- Patient Data Coding and Records Accuracy
- Electronic Health Record Documentation
- ICD-10 and CPT Coding
- Coding Error Resolution
- Doctor Communication
Timeline
Clinical Supervisor and Lead Ophthalmic Technician
A.M. Palanca Capistrano Eye Center
07.2013 - Current
Clinical Research Fellow
Shiley Eye Center
06.2008 - 06.2010
Medical Doctor
Veterans Memorial Medical Center
04.2006 - 05.2008
Certified Coding Specialist - Medical Coding
Tri County Allied School
M.D. - Medicine
University of The Philippines College of Medicine
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of The Philippines
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