Bernadine Baron
Stone Mountain,GA
Summary
Polished professional manages multiple tasks, utilizes electronic medical record systems, and provides excellent customer service to patients and staff. Adheres to medical records policies and procedures to comply with HIPAA regulations. Track record of effectively troubleshooting issues and maintaining patient confidentiality. Disciplined individual skilled in collecting and verifying patient demographic and insurance information and preparing and maintaining medical records. Proficient in using medical terminology and classifying diagnostic procedures, treatments and medications. Dedicated to providing highest quality care to patients.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Records and Health Information Technician
Emory Decatur Hospital
01.2005 - Current
- Managed the release of information process, safeguarding sensitive patient data while adhering to legal requirements.
- Implemented quality control measures within the department, resulting in improved accuracy rates in medical record keeping.
- Acted as a liaison between departments, coordinating efforts to achieve efficient interdepartmental communication concerning health information management.
- Enhanced patient care by accurately organizing and maintaining medical records and health information.
- Assisted healthcare providers with timely access to accurate medical records, contributing to better patient outcomes.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations through diligent management of confidential patient data.
- Reduced errors in coding diagnoses and procedures by meticulously reviewing medical records for accuracy.
Education
Medical Billing -
Cambridge Institute of Health Technology
Atlanta, GA06.2022
GED -
University of New York
Albany, New York01.1988
Skills
- Medical Records
- Administration Progress Documentation
HIPAA Compliance Knowledge
- Epic
Quality assurance checks
- UKG
Patient confidentiality
- Microsoft Office
Clinical Documentation
Medical Billing Familiarity
Adaptability to Change
Customer Service
HIPAA Regulations
Websites
Personal Information
Title: Medical Records Tech
Awards
- NHA, PCA Certification, Eff 9/30/2010 Exp 9/30/206
- HealthStream, CPR Certification, 09/30/2026
Timeline
Medical Records and Health Information Technician
Emory Decatur Hospital
01.2005 - Current
Medical Billing -
Cambridge Institute of Health Technology
GED -
University of New York
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