Crystal Howard
Raleigh ,NC
Summary
Hardworking, dedicated professional with knowledge of proven multitasking abilities. Also a goal oriented individual with proactive skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Coding and Billing Specialist
J Giron Consulting
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Processed insurance company denials by auditing patient files, researching procedures, and diagnostic codes to determine proper reimbursement.
- Enhanced accuracy of medical coding by implementing a thorough review process and cross-checking system.
- Maintained patient confidentiality by adhering to strict HIPAA regulations during all aspects of the coding and billing processes.
- Maximized productivity through effective time management, prioritizing tasks based on urgency and importance.
- Resourcefully used various coding books, procedure manuals, and on-line encoders.
- Reviewed outpatient records and interpreted documentation to identify diagnoses and procedures.
- Input data into computer programs and filing systems.
Dental Assistant
Drs Rusk And Thornton DDS
01.2012 - 08.2016
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
- Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for 9 procedures daily.
- Made preliminary impressions for study casts and occlusal registrations for mounting study casts.
- Helped dentists restore teeth by applying permanent and temporary fillings and crowns.
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
- Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
- Assisted dentists, hygienists, and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
- Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
Dental Assistant
Dr.Penn's Family Dentistry
01.2011 - 12.2011
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
- Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
- Fabricated and cemented temporary crowns
- Took dental images following strict patient protection rules, applying lead aprons.
- Educated patients by giving oral hygiene, plaque control, and postoperative instructions.
- Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists'' evaluations.
Dental Assistant
Dr Quashies's Family Dentistry
01.2006 - 12.2010
- Assisted in oral surgery procedures such as implants
- Applied sealants and bleach for teeth whitening procedures
- Aided in the development of staff training materials, fostering a cohesive team environment focused on continuous improvement.
- Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing gentle and thorough dental cleanings.
- Educated patients by giving oral hygiene, plaque control, and postoperative instructions.
- Scheduled appointments for new and existing customers, factoring in provider availability and scheduling loads.
- Assisted dentists by passing instruments, suctioning intraoral fluids, adding water, and mixing materials for fillings, mouth guards, casts and impressions.
- Exposed, developed and mounted dental x-rays.
- Helped dentists restore teeth by applying permanent and temporary fillings and crowns.
Education
Certificate in Dental Assisting - Dentistry
ACT College - Arlington
Arlington, VA12.2005
GED -
University of DC
DC03.2004
Skills
- Insurance Coding (ICD-9 and CPT)
- Inpatient Records Coding
- Medical Abbreviations
- Payment Posting
- Interpersonal Skills
- Ethical Conduct
- Attention to Detail
- Critical Thinking
- Data Entry Accuracy
Timeline
Medical Coding and Billing Specialist
J Giron Consulting
01.2016 - 01.2017
Dental Assistant
Drs Rusk And Thornton DDS
01.2012 - 08.2016
Dental Assistant
Dr.Penn's Family Dentistry
01.2011 - 12.2011
Dental Assistant
Dr Quashies's Family Dentistry
01.2006 - 12.2010
Certificate in Dental Assisting - Dentistry
ACT College - Arlington
GED -
University of DC
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