Carla McDaniel CCS CPC
San Antonio
Summary
AHIMA and AAPC Certified Medical Coding Specialist with extensive expertise in both Inpatient and Outpatient coding. Utilizes Encoder Software and Computer-Assisted Coding systems to ensure precision and accuracy. Committed to upholding ethical coding standards and ensuring regulatory compliance in evolving environments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Coder
Guidehouse
09.2025 - Current
- Assigns ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, CPT, and HCPCS codes for inpatient and outpatient encounters.
- Ensures coding compliance with official guidelines, payer requirements, and facility policies.
- Adept at utilizing electronic health records (EHRs), encoders, and computer-assisted coding (CAC) tools to maintain accuracy and efficiency.
- Demonstrates strong knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, and healthcare reimbursement methodologies across multiple specialties and settings.
- Collaborates closely with providers and clinical documentation specialists to clarify documentation and resolve coding discrepancies.
- Consistently met productivity and accuracy benchmarks while working remotely, with minimal supervision, managing a high volume of complex cases efficiently.
Courier
Roadie
12.2017 - 09.2025
- Responsible for safely and efficiently delivering large-scale or bulk shipments to customers and businesses. Ensures timely deliveries, proper handling of goods, and accurate documentation.
- Managed and completed large-volume deliveries efficiently and on schedule, ensuring accuracy, and safety while providing excellent customer service.
Education
Medical Coding
The Andrews School of Medical Coding
05-2025
Inpatient Coding
CodeMasters
06-2025
Skills
- Skilled in Facility and Pro-Fee coding practices
- Ability to work remotely while meeting productivity and accuracy benchmarks
- Expertise in coding standards and HIPAA regulations
- EHR management
- Computer Assisted Coding and Encoder software know-how
- DRG analysis and assignment knowledge
- CC/MCC analysis, selection of Principal and Secondary Diagnosis
- ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS proficiency
- CPT and HCPCS coding efficiency
- E/M analyzation and coding mastery
- Revenue cycle optimization and claims processing
- Extensive ED and trauma experience with avidity
- Excellent team collaboration skills
Timeline
Medical Coder
Guidehouse
09.2025 - Current
Courier
Roadie
12.2017 - 09.2025
Medical Coding
The Andrews School of Medical Coding
Inpatient Coding
CodeMasters