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Claudina Carranza

McAllen

Summary

Medical Coder

Detail-oriented and highly organized professional transitioning into the field of medical coding, with a strong foundation in health information management principles and practical experience gained through a coding practicum. Backed by over 25 years of experience in education and information management, bringing excellent analytical, organizational, and research skills to the healthcare field.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience

Work History

Practicum Student

McAllen Transitional Care Center
05.2025 - 06.2025
  • Gained hands-on exposure to outpatient documentation, medical billing, and electronic record organization
  • Scanned and archived discharge papers into EHR systems to support documentation accuracy and billing
  • Reviewed and organized pharmaceutical invoices and supported vendor recordkeeping processes
  • Applied coding knowledge in real-world settings under professional supervision

Librarian

Juan Seguin Elementary
08.2007 - 06.2025


  • Managed all aspects of library operations, including information systems, databases, and instructional support
  • Taught students and staff how to locate and evaluate information using technology and research tools
  • Maintained accurate records and implemented information retrieval systems, reinforcing data integrity

Librarian

Carl Waitz Elementary
01.2003 - 01.2007
  • Taugh lessons (library and TAKS) to students
  • Responsible for AR program and rewards
  • Coordinate family events


Language Arts Teacher

B.L. Gray & O. Garza Elementary
01.1998 - 01.2000
  • Taught Language Arts to 6th Grade students
  • Served in Courtesy Committee
  • Received training in computer programs such as: Power Point, Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel

Language Arts Teacher

Memorial Middle School
01.1993 - 01.1998
  • Designed and delivered instruction in core subjects for diverse learners
  • Created structured, standards-based lesson plans emphasizing critical thinking and organization
  • Maintained detailed records of student progress and collaborated with teams to support academic success

Education

Medical Coding Certificate -

South Texas College
McAllen, TX
01.2025

Master Degree - Library Science

Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, TX
01.2003

Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies - Reading

University of Texas at Pan-Am
Edinburg, TX
01.1995

Skills

  • Organizational skills
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Team collaboration
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Procedural coding
  • Medical coding software
  • Medical terminology proficiency
  • Insurance coding (ICD-9 and CPT)
  • Data entry

Timeline

Practicum Student

McAllen Transitional Care Center
05.2025 - 06.2025

Librarian

Juan Seguin Elementary
08.2007 - 06.2025

Librarian

Carl Waitz Elementary
01.2003 - 01.2007

Language Arts Teacher

B.L. Gray & O. Garza Elementary
01.1998 - 01.2000

Language Arts Teacher

Memorial Middle School
01.1993 - 01.1998

Master Degree - Library Science

Sam Houston State University

Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies - Reading

University of Texas at Pan-Am

Medical Coding Certificate -

South Texas College

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