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Cheryl R. Caldwell

Spokane,WA

Summary

Enthusiastic Professional eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. As a business owner of over 10 years, I have a clear understanding of bookkeeping operations and took Accounting in College, am well versed in the Medical Industry as a Registered Health Information Technologist, Outpatient surgery Coder, excellent customer service skills and am motivated to learn, grow and excel.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Outpatient Medical Coder

Providence Health & Services
Spokane, WA
01.2012 - 02.2022
  • Applied official coding conventions and rules from American Medical Association and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services to assign diagnostic codes.
  • Reviewed, analyzed and managed coding of diagnostic and treatment procedures contained in outpatient medical records.

Business Owner/Operator

Self-employeed
Spokane, WA
06.2005 - 01.2017
  • Oversaw end-to-end business processes to maintain proficiency and profitability.
  • Put together realistic budgets based upon costs and fees for successfully operating business.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
  • Learned and remained updated on statutory requirements and regulations.

Electronic Medical Record Quality Analyst

Providence Health & Services
Spokane, WA
09.2008 - 01.2012
  • Assisted facility providers with documentation requirements to completely and accurately reflect patient care provided.
  • Consulted with providers for clarification of conflicting or ambiguous clinical data.
  • Reviewed medical records for completeness and filed records
  • Verified signatures and checked medical charts for accuracy and completion.

Medical Records Receptionist

Providence Health & Services
Spokane, WA
09.2007 - 09.2008
  • Supported office staff and operational requirements with administrative tasks.
  • Helped patients complete necessary medical forms and documentation.
  • Managed multi-line phone system and pleasantly greeted patients.
  • Adhered to strict HIPAA guidelines to protect patient privacy.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Health Information Technology

Spokane Community College
Spokane, WA

Skills

  • Health Information Management Applications
  • Financial Recordkeeping
  • Monthly Reconciliations
  • Profit and Loss Statements
  • Data Entry and 10-Key
  • Data Research and Analysis
  • Patient Data Abstracts
  • Courteous with Strong Service Mindset

Certification

  • RHIT - Registered Health Information Technician

Affiliations

American Health Information Management Association

Timeline

Outpatient Medical Coder

Providence Health & Services
01.2012 - 02.2022

Electronic Medical Record Quality Analyst

Providence Health & Services
09.2008 - 01.2012

Medical Records Receptionist

Providence Health & Services
09.2007 - 09.2008

Business Owner/Operator

Self-employeed
06.2005 - 01.2017

Associate of Applied Science - Health Information Technology

Spokane Community College
Cheryl R. Caldwell