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CHERYL WARD

CHERYL WARD

Longwood,FL

Summary

Self-motivated professional successful in working remotely for healthcare facilities using computer skills to maintain accurate medical records, studying charts to determine accuracy in correct diagnosis codes for optimal billing. Strong communication skills and familiar with medical terminology and procedures within hospital and outpatient facilities. Professional license further enhances technical, scientific, medical acuity, and professional skill set within the position as Medical Coder.

Overview

42
42
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner/Operations Manager

American In Brittany
03.2006 - 09.2021
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Managed daily business functions, accounts payable/receivables, taxes.
  • Evaluated suppliers to maintain cost controls and improve operations.

Senior Product Specialist

Ortho Biotech
02.2000 - 08.2005
  • Maintained and expanded customer base.
  • Managed 100 customer accounts successfully
  • Developed and implemented sales strategies to increase profits.
  • Territory growth/maintained computer analytics.

Chief of Operations

Medical Consulting Service
03.1992 - 10.1999
  • Consultation and billing services to clinics and physicians to medicare/medicaid/insurance companies.
  • Detailed guidance to assure funds received quickly.
  • Met customer service standards and expectations consistently by effectively communicating and actively listening.
  • Spearheaded design and implementation of clinical services within State/Federal laws.
  • Leveraged experience through vital management positions guiding business to success.


Operations Manager

Respicare Of Central Fl, Inc.
02.1987 - 04.1997
  • Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
  • Developed systems and procedures to improve operational quality and team efficiency.
  • Analyzed software and accounting system for accurate coding and billing.
  • Analyzed reports, accounts billable/receivable from payor sources of Medicare, Medicaid, private Insurers for all services rendered.
  • Appeal process in timely manner and follow up.

CRTT/RN

Florida Hospital/Advent System
08.1979 - 05.1987
  • Maintained accurate patient charts and medical records according to hospital guideines
  • Monitored patient vital signs, lab results, medications, and other indicators of health.
  • Operated and maintained medical equipment used to diagnose and treat patients.
  • Maintained communication among health team.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Valencia State College
Orlando, FL
05.1982

Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Care

University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL
08.1979

Skills

  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Operations Management
  • Financial Analysis
  • Issue Identification
  • Coding and Billing
  • Specialized Medical Coding
  • Medical Terminology
  • Clinical experience

Timeline

Owner/Operations Manager

American In Brittany
03.2006 - 09.2021

Senior Product Specialist

Ortho Biotech
02.2000 - 08.2005

Chief of Operations

Medical Consulting Service
03.1992 - 10.1999

Operations Manager

Respicare Of Central Fl, Inc.
02.1987 - 04.1997

CRTT/RN

Florida Hospital/Advent System
08.1979 - 05.1987

Associate of Science - Nursing

Valencia State College

Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Care

University of Central Florida

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