Courtney Mecalo
Corrigan,TX
Summary
Dynamic Medical Coding and Billing Specialist with proven expertise at Southwest Pediatrics in ICD-10 coding and claims processing. Adept at enhancing reimbursement accuracy while maintaining HIPAA compliance. Recognized for effective collaboration with healthcare providers and training new staff, fostering a culture of excellence and efficiency in billing practices.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Coding and Billing Specialist
Southwest Pediatrics
07.2019 - 05.2025
- Processed patient billing information accurately to ensure timely reimbursements.
- Reviewed and verified medical codes for compliance with insurance regulations.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to resolve billing discrepancies effectively.
- Utilized electronic health record systems for efficient data entry and retrieval.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient records in accordance with HIPAA standards.
- Assisted in training new staff on coding procedures and billing practices.
Repossession Agent
Image Recovery and Towing
03.2018 - 07.2019
- Coordinated vehicle recovery efforts to ensure timely repossession of assets.
- Assessed and evaluated situations to determine appropriate repossession strategies.
- Developed and maintained relationships with clients to facilitate smooth repossession processes.
- Oversaw compliance with legal requirements during asset recovery operations.
- Increased efficiency by collaborating with law enforcement agencies when necessary for peaceful asset recovery.
- Minimized conflict situations by employing de-escalation techniques during confrontations with debtors.
- Upheld discretion in handling sensitive information related to clients'' financial matters throughout the repossession process.
Manager
Dominos Pizza Inc.
01.2003 - 12.2012
- Developed and implemented operational strategies to enhance team performance and efficiency.
- Led cross-functional teams in executing process improvements, driving organizational goals forward.
- Mentored staff, fostering professional growth and promoting a collaborative work environment.
- Streamlined workflow processes, resulting in improved productivity and reduced turnaround times.
- Conducted regular performance reviews to assess employee contributions and identify areas for development.
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
- Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
Education
Cahokia High School
Cahokia, Illinois 05.2004
Skills
- ICD-10 proficiency
- Medical record review
- Medical terminology expertise
- HIPAA compliance
- Insurance coding (ICD-9 and CPT)
- CMS-1500 form completion
- Medical coding ethics
- Claims processing
- Medical abbreviations
- Payment posting
- Patient confidentiality
- Healthcare reimbursement
- Denial management
- Insurance verification
- CPT coding
- Data entry
- Medical claims coding
Timeline
Medical Coding and Billing Specialist
Southwest Pediatrics
07.2019 - 05.2025
Repossession Agent
Image Recovery and Towing
03.2018 - 07.2019
Manager
Dominos Pizza Inc.
01.2003 - 12.2012
Cahokia High School
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