Choua Khang
North Saint Paul,MN
Summary
Responsible for the accurate and timely coding of intermediate to complex diagnostic, E& M, procedural and surgery services in accordance with current billing, coding regulations and policies. Ensures accurate diagnoses, procedure codes and other specified data to ensure appropriate/optimal reimbursement for facility and/or professional charges utilizing information from medical records and following established methods and procedures. Communicates with Providers and Clinical Personnel regarding proper coding and education.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Coding Specialist
University Of MN Physicians
08.2011 - Current
- Codes Reproductive Medicine Center, Women's Health OB/GYN & Psychology intermediate to complex diagnostic, Evaluation and Management, surgical and procedural services applying current billing and coding regulations and policies. May include inpatient coding.
- Provides education to physicians when needed. Performs coding quality reviews on a monthly basis; shares findings with providers.
- Ensures that all charges are captured by utilizing reports or processes on a daily basis and following up accordingly.
- Communicates with Providers, Billing Operation Managers and clinic staff regarding documentation, coding issues or to provide on-going education.
- Complete daily EPIC workqueue and task lists, as assigned.
Student Worker
University Of MN Physicians
08.2010 - 08.2011
- Worked in team environment to maintain high levels of productivity.
- Took and followed detailed directions from others.
- Managed documentation deficiency reporting process.
- Reviewed documentation in Allscripts and performed data entry to track and correct deficiencies in Meta Health as needed. Report results to Clinic and Medical Leadership.
- Indexed scanned documents into the appropriate electronic medical record to ensure timely access at the time of care.
- Helped the Transcription team send or fax clinic notes/letters to patients or requested providers.
- Participated special projects: OnBase and EPIC Conversion Validations.
Receptionist
Artisan Nails
08.2009 - 05.2010
- Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
- Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records.
- Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
- Handled payment transactions.
- Ordered products and stocked shelves.
HR Administrative Assistant
National Marrow Donor Program
05.2006 - 08.2009
- Filed paperwork, sorted, and delivered mail and maintained office organization.
- Conducted new hire orientation to verify completion of appropriate paperwork, recording information on human resources database.
- Responded to employee inquiries regarding benefits and other HR topics.
- Answered and redirected incoming phone calls for office.
- Organized new employee orientation schedules for new hires.
- Screened applicant resumes and coordinated both phone and in-person interviews.
- Checked references for potential candidates.
- Converted employee status from temporary to permanent.
- Coordinated United Way and The Marrow Foundation campaigns
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Office Administration
Brown College
Minneapolis, MN06.2005
Skills
- Medical Billing and Coding
- Medical Terminology
- EPIC
- 3M/Optum Encoder
- Coding Appeals
- Ability to interpret and understand medical content Proficient in CPT and ICD-10-CM coding of professional and medical facility coding An understanding and commitment to medical professional etiquette and ethics, including confidentiality
- Strong communication skills, strong attention to detail and problem solving skills
- Exhibit good time management skills
- Ability to take direction and to multi-task
Certification
- CPC - Certified Professional Coder
Timeline
Coding Specialist
University Of MN Physicians
08.2011 - Current
Student Worker
University Of MN Physicians
08.2010 - 08.2011
Receptionist
Artisan Nails
08.2009 - 05.2010
HR Administrative Assistant
National Marrow Donor Program
05.2006 - 08.2009
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Office Administration
Brown College
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