Crishaun Early
Baton Rouge,LA
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Coding Specialist
Baton Rouge General Hospital
Baton Rouge, LA
06.2021 - Current
- Verified accuracy of patient data in order to assign correct ICD-10 codes.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of medical terminology and coding changes.
- Developed a thorough understanding of CPT and HCPCS codes and modifiers used in the healthcare industry.
- Participated in continuing education programs related to medical coding procedures.
- Managed daily operations within the department while ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations.
- Reviewed patient records to ensure accuracy of documentation and assigned appropriate codes for diagnosis, treatment, and procedures.
- Maintained strict confidentiality with adherence to HIPAA guidelines and regulations.
- Added modifiers as appropriate, coded narrative diagnoses and verified diagnoses.
- Maintained updated knowledge of coding requirements, which included continuing education and certification renewal.
- Updated coding skills and knowledge through continuous education and training.
- Verified proper coding, sequencing of diagnoses, and accuracy of procedures.
- Entered coded data into electronic health record (EHR) systems.
Administrative Coordinator
Patient Access Services, Our lady of the lake regional medical center
Baton Rouge, LA
04.2013 - 06.2021
- Accurately register patients, verify insurance coverage, handle financial transactions, general office duties
- Have received awards for Registration Accuracy, Highest Amount Collected within a month.
- Responded to customer inquiries via phone or email in a professional manner.
- Ordered office supplies as needed to maintain adequate inventory levels.
- Answered phones and routed calls to appropriate personnel.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws regarding employment practices.
- Greeted visitors upon arrival at the office and directed them accordingly.
Administrative Coordinator 3
Earl K Long Memorial Hospital
10.2005 - 04.2013
- Department payroll, handled financial transactions, generated reports for end of the month/fiscal year, generated purchase orders for perishables, received deliveries within the computer system, maintained accurate inventory.
Education
Medical Office Administration, Transcription, Billing & Coding -
Delta College of Arts and Technology
01.2008
High School Diploma -
Broadmoor High School
Baton Rouge, LA05-1997
Some College (No Degree) - Medical Office Health Information and Technology
Delta College of Arts And Technology
Baton Rouge, LASkills
- Great phone etiquette
- Finances
- Dependable
- Great communication
- Team player
- Honest
- Electronic Health Records Management
- Medical terminology expertise
- HIPAA Compliance
- Medical Terminology
- Data Entry
- Ethical standards
- Knowledgeable in [Software]
- [Type] coding
References
available upon request
Accomplishments
- Magna Cum Laude
- Suma Cum Laude
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Medical Coding Specialist
Baton Rouge General Hospital
06.2021 - Current
Administrative Coordinator
Patient Access Services, Our lady of the lake regional medical center
04.2013 - 06.2021
Administrative Coordinator 3
Earl K Long Memorial Hospital
10.2005 - 04.2013
Medical Office Administration, Transcription, Billing & Coding -
Delta College of Arts and Technology
High School Diploma -
Broadmoor High School
Some College (No Degree) - Medical Office Health Information and Technology
Delta College of Arts And Technology
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