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Charraine Jones

Medical Coding And Lead Scheduler/Dispatcher
Baxley,GA

Summary

Hardworking professional applies official coding conventions and rules established by American Medical Association and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. Confident Medical Coder adheres to data confidentiality and privacy rules in all workflows and promotes dynamic interpersonal skills.

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.

Medical Billing and Coding Specialist with over 5 years providing administrative and patient support in hospital and medical office settings. Advanced knowledge of private insurance processes and codes.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications

Work History

Medical Coder

USA Providence Hospital
Mobile, AL, Alabama
07.2023 - Current
  • Full-time 40 Hours a Week
  • Increased coding accuracy by diligently reviewing medical documentation and applying appropriate codes.
  • Maintained a high level of productivity while consistently meeting deadlines for claim submissions.
  • Reviewed, analyzed, and managed coding of diagnostic and treatment procedures contained in outpatient medical records.
  • Reviewed outpatient records and interpreted documentation to identify diagnoses and procedures.
  • Reduced turnaround time for appeals by preparing comprehensive supporting documentation for denied claims.
  • Prevented costly fines by ensuring adherence to HIPAA regulations when handling sensitive patient information.

Lead Scheduler/Dispatcher

Behavioral Health Link
Atlanta, GA
12.2018 - Current
  • Full-time 40 Hours a Week
  • Worked with supervisors and team members to understand supply needs and bring levels within desired tolerances.
  • ● Worked remotely responding to crisis answering calls and communicated with the mobile crisis team.
  • Addressed supply problems and developed creative solutions to prevent delays.
  • Streamlined communication between teams for better project coordination, resulting in timely completion of projects.
  • Complied meticulously with industry standards and regulations throughout the scheduling process, ensuring company reputation was upheld.

Medical Coder

Jeff Davis Hospital
Hazlehurst, GA
12.2022 - 04.2023
  • PRN 30 Hours a Week
  • Abstract data from medical-record documents and coding procedures and diagnoses in alignment with current ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, and CPT/HCPCS coding system guidelines.
  • Interacted with physicians and other healthcare staff to ask questions regarding patient services.
  • ● Consulted with attending physicians and hospital staff to confirm multiple diagnoses and ensure proper code assignments.
  • Verified signatures and checked medical charts for accuracy and completion.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Behavioral Sciences

Brewton Parker College
Mt. Vernon, Georgia
05.2001 -

Associate of Science - Psychology

South Georgia State College
Douglas, Georgia
05.2001 -

Skills

Leadership

Communication ( both verbal and written)

AAPC American Academy of Professional Coders

Insurance Coding (ICD-10, CPT and HCPCS)

Health Information Management

BHL Web and BHLGo App

Customer Service

Coding Technician

Health Technician

Medical Terminology

Time Management

HIPAA Compliance

Certification

Certified Professional Coder (CPC)- American Academy of Professional Coder (AAPC

Timeline

Medical Coder

USA Providence Hospital
07.2023 - Current

Medical Coder

Jeff Davis Hospital
12.2022 - 04.2023

Certified Professional Coder (CPC)- American Academy of Professional Coder (AAPC

06-2022

Medical Coding Training Program for Certified Professional Coder

06-2021

Certified Billing and Coding Specialist- NHA National Healthcareer Association

07-2020

Lead Scheduler/Dispatcher

Behavioral Health Link
12.2018 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Behavioral Sciences

Brewton Parker College
05.2001 -

Associate of Science - Psychology

South Georgia State College
05.2001 -
Charraine JonesMedical Coding And Lead Scheduler/Dispatcher
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