Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
SalesAssociate

Cinceria Johnson

Missouri City,TX

Summary

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.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
2
2
Certification

Work History

Medical Coder

Texas Children's Hospital
05.2022 - Current
  • Review and interprets medical information, physicians’ treatment plan, course and outcome to determine the appropriate ICD CM code for diagnoses and procedures
  • Assigned codes (ICD-10, CPT & HCPCS) to patients’ reports to most accurately describe each documented diagnosis, surgical procedure and special therapy or procedure care
  • Applied official coding conventions and rules from American Medical Association and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services to assign diagnostic codes.
  • Reviewed outpatient records and interpreted documentation to identify diagnoses and procedures.
  • Resourcefully used various coding books, procedure manuals, and on-line encoders.
  • Conducted internal audits to identify areas for improvement in coding accuracy and compliance.
  • Increased coding accuracy by diligently reviewing medical documentation and applying appropriate codes.

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Sales Associate

Torrid
01.2019 - Current
  • Processes customer purchases, performs general cleaning duties, stocks shelves and merchandise displays neatly
  • Provides exceptional customer service, assisting customers with their shopping experience
  • Provides feedback to management on all products, inventory losses, scanning errors, and general issues
  • Participates in taking store inventory counts according to guidelines and monitoring inventory for accuracy.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Increased sales revenue by building strong rapport with customers and recommending appropriate products based on their needs.
  • Organized in-store promotions and events to increase foot traffic and drive additional sales opportunities.
  • Used in-store system to locate inventory and place special orders for customers.
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
  • Managed efficient cash register operations.
  • Managed conflict resolution with dissatisfied customers professionally, resulting in improved customer retention rates.
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
  • Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
  • Developed new client relationships by actively engaging with potential customers and highlighting the benefits of our product offerings.
  • Opened, shelved and merchandised new products in visually appealing and organized displays for optimal sales promotions.
  • Achieved monthly sales targets consistently by implementing effective sales strategies and maintaining a high level of product knowledge.
  • Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
  • Generated new sales leads to achieve and exceed monthly sales goals.
  • Assessed customer needs and utilized suggestive selling techniques to drive sales.
  • Conducted product demonstrations to highlight features and redirect objections to positive aspects.
  • Maximized profitability with strategic upselling techniques during one-on-one interactions with clients at the point of purchase.
  • Created inviting environment for customers by maintaining store organization and cleanliness.
  • Boosted customer satisfaction levels through exceptional service, addressing concerns promptly, and providing a welcoming store environment.
  • Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.
  • Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
  • Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
  • Recommended complementary purchases to customers, increasing revenue.
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Engaged in friendly conversation with customer to better uncover individual needs.
  • Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
  • Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.

Department Assistant

Texas Children's Hospital
02.2016 - 05.2022
  • Maintain department event calendar
  • Schedule all inpatient/outpatient procedures
  • Coordinate Director's appointments, meetings, and conferences
  • Order and maintain department supplies
  • Process incoming departmental daily mail
  • Operate switchboard both in and outbound calls
  • Communicate with different departments to establish coordination in administrative work
  • Assist visiting physicians and observers with incoming flight, hotel, and car rental and prepare itineraries for applicants
  • Assist with the annual Cerebral Palsy Symposium
  • Serves as a liaison between BCM Fellowship Coordinator and TCH Pediatric PM&R
  • Assist visiting physicians, medical students and residents obtain necessary computer and badge access.
  • Supported staff members through timely completion of administrative tasks, increasing overall productivity.
  • Performed data entry for targeted reports to facilitate dissemination of knowledge about departmental operations.
  • Assisted in the preparation of reports, presentations, and documents for a well-organized and professional image.
  • Organized files both physically and electronically, improving document accessibility for all team members.
  • Provided exceptional customer service by addressing concerns promptly and professionally, leading to increased satisfaction levels.
  • Reviewed invoices for accuracy before submitting them for payment approval, ensuring proper allocation of funds within the department budget constraints.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to streamline office operations.
  • Managed inventory of office supplies, reducing costs by tracking usage and identifying cost-saving opportunities.
  • Maintained departmental personnel records and recorded adjustments and additions to keep updated files.
  • Completed daily logs for management review.
  • Maintained accurate records and databases, contributing to an organized department environment.
  • Increased customer service success rates by quickly resolving issues.
  • Performed wide-ranging administrative, financial and service-related functions.
  • Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
  • Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
  • Typed and distributed correspondence to internal and external partners to maintain good communications flow.
  • Contributed to budget planning by monitoring expenses and making recommendations for cost reductions where possible.
  • Handled travel arrangements for department staff, minimizing disruptions by coordinating itineraries efficiently.
  • Monitored inventory of departmental supplies and replenished items to enable normal operations.
  • Served as a liaison between the department head and other staff members by relaying important messages accurately and promptly.
  • Increased profitability and productivity by minimizing downtime and streamlining quality control procedures.
  • Served as corporate liaison for finance, IT, and marketing departments.
  • Opened and properly distributed incoming mail to promote quicker response to client inquiries.
  • Streamlined office processes by implementing efficient organizational systems and procedures.
  • Ensured data confidentiality with strict adherence to company policies regarding sensitive information handling.
  • Volunteered to help with special projects of varying degrees of complexity.
  • Planned and coordinated logistics and materials for board meetings, committee meetings, and staff events.
  • Answered and managed incoming and outgoing calls while recording accurate messages for distribution to office staff.
  • Coordinated meetings and events, ensuring smooth logistics and maximum attendance.
  • Collaborated with other departments to facilitate cross-functional projects for improved results.
  • Delivered regular updates on department progress through well-prepared presentations and reports, keeping higher-ups informed of ongoing activities.
  • Proofread and edited documents for accuracy and grammar.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
  • Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
  • Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.

Senior Patient Affairs Specialist

Baylor College of Medicine
03.2014 - 02.2016
  • Insured eligibility for care and contact appropriate staff member for verification
  • Scheduled appointments and provided information regarding health insurance policies to patients
  • Maintained a high level of customer service for all patients
  • Efficiently posted daily charges, payments, and adjustments into the database system
  • Reconciled cash and non-cash transactions, and used critical thinking skills to resolve all issues
  • Balanced end-of-day revenue and completed transaction reconciliation
  • Explained education material to patients regarding the PROSE treatment
  • Coordinated visits with physicians
  • Accepted a high volume of warm incoming and transferring calls
  • Communicated appropriately and clearly with staff, patients, and family members.
  • Built and managed relationships with key clients and partners to drive growth.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Maintained current understanding of market conditions, compliance standards and best practices.
  • Assisted with staff training to enforce quality, safety and sanitation guidelines.
  • Devised and implemented strategies to optimize digital marketing campaigns.
  • Listened and responded to customer requests and forwarded necessary information to superiors.
  • Helped meet changing demands by recommending improvements to business systems or procedures.
  • Followed all company policies and procedures to deliver quality work.
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.

Patient Account Representative II

Baylor College of Medicine
01.2006 - 03.2014
  • Greeted visitors, ascertained the purpose of visit, and directed them to the appropriate staff member
  • Identified, researched, and resolved all issues potentially leading to collection issues
  • Ensured appropriate ICD-9-CM, CPT, and HCPCS was assigned prior to claim submission
  • Contacted insurance companies on unpaid account receivables of 90 days or greater
  • Trained all new Patient Account Representative I
  • Streamlined processes and recommended ways to increase productivity and efficiency
  • Worked alongside management to determine departmental needs
  • Participated in all meetings for professional development provide recommendations for process improvement
  • Processed order fulfillment in SAP for departmental supplies.

Education

Some College (No Degree) -

University of Houston - Downtown
Houston, TX

Skills

  • ICD – 10 CM
  • Benefits & Eligibility
  • Pre-Authorization
  • Microsoft Office
  • Medical Terminology
  • Professional Customer Service Skills
  • Patient Collections
  • Insurance Verification
  • Certified Coding Specialist

Certification

  • COC - Certified Outpatient Coder
  • CRC - Certified Risk Adjustment Coder

Timeline

Medical Coder

Texas Children's Hospital
05.2022 - Current

Sales Associate

Torrid
01.2019 - Current

Department Assistant

Texas Children's Hospital
02.2016 - 05.2022

Senior Patient Affairs Specialist

Baylor College of Medicine
03.2014 - 02.2016

Patient Account Representative II

Baylor College of Medicine
01.2006 - 03.2014

Some College (No Degree) -

University of Houston - Downtown
Cinceria Johnson