Chanel Schear
Certified Professional Medical Coder
Saratoga Springs,NY
Summary
Detail-oriented and reliable professional with a strong work ethic and a background in healthcare administration. Recently completed a Medical Coding Certificate program and scheduled to take the certification exam this month. Skilled in ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS coding, with an understanding of Medicaid guidelines, claims processing, and compliance requirements. Eager to apply coding expertise to ensure accurate reimbursement and support quality patient care.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Administrative Control Clerk
ECMC Hospital
04.2024 - Current
- Admitted and discharged patients in an inpatient setting, ensuring accurate documentation, and smooth transitions of care.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing inquiries, and resolving issues promptly.
- Worked collaboratively with clinical and non-clinical team members to solve complex discharge issues.
- Demonstrated strong teamwork skills when working alongside fellow nurses, physicians, and other healthcare professionals, striving towards common goals centered around providing high-quality care tailored specifically to meet individual patient needs as they arise throughout the course of the treatment process.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Bartender
Hydraulic Hearth
05.2022 - 09.2022
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Maintained updated knowledge of cocktail, wine, and beer menus, and memorized all in-orders.
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
Senior Medicaid Coordinator
Montefiore Medical Center
05.2015 - 07.2021
- Assisted patients with obtaining health insurance via the New York State of Health, HRA applications, and completed financial aid applications.
- Verified and updated insurance coverage for patients.
- Responsible for assisting patients with the Fee Scale program and completing the FPL table in EPIC.
- Coordinated with social workers and management to best help the patient with discharge needs.
- Developed strong relationships with community partners, expanding resources available to assist clients in need of Medicaid coverage.
Financial Representative
Montefiore Medical Center
10.2014 - 05.2015
- Moved patients through the registration process and prepared for clinical staff, maximizing patient flow. This was done in the emergency room, psych, and labor and delivery.
- Reviewed patient charts for completeness, verifying missing information to improve data quality.
- Completed and processed insurance documentation, other claim forms, and interacted with insurers to verify coverage and collect payments.
- Improved billing accuracy by diligently verifying insurance benefits and eligibility during visits.
Head Bartender
T.G.I.Fridays
01.2009 - 05.2015
- My job description included opening and closing the bar, as well as inventory.
- Strong customer skills, ability to perform a broad range of duties in an efficient manner, all in a very hectic, and stressful environment.
- Trained new bartenders in customer service, bar equipment safety, drink preparation, and upselling techniques.
- Crafted beverages from well, top-shelf, and specialty spirits, according to menu recipes.
Education
Certified Professional Coder (CPC) -
Bryant and Stratton College
Getzville, NY04.2025
Associate Of Science - Liberal Arts
SUNY Erie Community College
Williamsville, NY06.2024
Skills
Medical Terminology
Certification
Bls
Accomplishments
Dean’s List: 2022-20224
Timeline
Administrative Control Clerk
ECMC Hospital
04.2024 - Current
Bartender
Hydraulic Hearth
05.2022 - 09.2022
Senior Medicaid Coordinator
Montefiore Medical Center
05.2015 - 07.2021
Financial Representative
Montefiore Medical Center
10.2014 - 05.2015
Head Bartender
T.G.I.Fridays
01.2009 - 05.2015
Associate Of Science - Liberal Arts
SUNY Erie Community College
Certified Professional Coder (CPC) -
Bryant and Stratton College
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