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Darnella Orr
Certified Professional Coder
Harrison,Tn
Summary
Highly energized, motivated, organized, and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Always eager to learn something new everyday to enhance productivity.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
5
5
Certification
Work History
Medical Records Clerk
Nephrology Associates
06.2023 - 01.2025
- Scanned medical records in digital format for easy retrieval and accessibility.
- Processed up to 20 medical records requests from outside providers according to facility, state, and federal law.
- Maintained confidentiality of all medical records and sensitive information to comply with HIPAA regulations.
- Maintained patient confidence by keeping patient records information confidential.
- Maintained patient records systems by archiving, scanning and indexing important documents and files.
- Uploaded physician progress notes, history, and physicals into electronic medical records.
- Responded effectively to requests for medical records from legal representatives, insurance companies, and other authorized parties in a timely manner.
- Maintained patient records in compliance with security regulations.
- Obtained necessary signatures on information release forms to obtain medical and treatment records from other service providers.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to update patient information, improving quality of care.
- Identified and rectified discrepancies in patient records, maintaining high levels of accuracy.
- Streamlined patient record retrieval process, significantly reducing wait times for medical staff.
- Coordinated with IT department to resolve technical issues in electronic record systems, reducing downtime.
- Supported billing department by verifying patient information, reducing errors in invoicing.
- Input data into computer programs and filing systems.
- Utilized electronic medical record systems to store, retrieve and process patient data.
- Followed exact procedures for handling transfers and other releases of medical records.
Certified Professional Coder
Medical Personnel Services
08.2023 - 04.2024
- Maintained strict confidentiality by adhering to HIPAA guidelines and ensuring sensitive patient information was protected at all times.
- Managed high-volume workloads effectively by prioritizing tasks according to urgency and importance while maintaining strict attention to detail.
- Conducted thorough research on complex cases, applying advanced knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, and pharmacology to accurately assign codes as needed.
- Identified opportunities for process improvement, leading to a more efficient workflow within the coding department.
- Utilized advanced computer skills to navigate various software programs, further enhancing the efficiency of coding processes.
- Served as a reliable resource for both clinical teams and administrative staff by offering expert advice on proper code selection based on diagnosis or treatment specifics provided in the documentation received.
- Entered and processed 20 or more claims a hour per company guidelines.
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Medical Personnel Services
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Gathered sorted and scanned over 100 documents a day to enter into computer system.
- Supported staff by allowing access to records for viewing or processing, and followed up for return of original records for proper storage.
- Managed file details and organization throughout life cycle of record.
- Collaborated with department and administrative leaders to understand file organization goals and meet records management requirements.
- Oversaw record safety and security for data protection.
- Carefully review all documents and reports for completeness and accuracy.
- Scanned, filed, and transmitted various documents and adhered to digital filing procedures.
- Complied with safety regulations as outlined in organizational procedures to minimize clerical issues.
- Used Ochin, and Eclinical for document management and enhancements.
- Closed visits in Eclinical due to transferring files to Ochin.
Office Assistant
Medical Personnel Services
04.2022 - 01.2023
- Helped with preparation of audit projects and also build and assemble charts for new patients.
- Pulled and filed charts as needed
- Returned and answered messages for Drs and pts
- Helped in the clinical roll by rooming pts, and collecting patient info
- Interacted with physicians and other healthcare staff to ask questions regarding patient services.
- Reviewed outpatient records and interpreted documentation to identify diagnoses and procedures.
- Sent DME information to prospective companies while making sure patient has received copies of documented visit.
- Reviewed patient charts to better understand health histories, diagnoses and treatments.
- Utilized active listening, interpersonal and telephone etiquette skills when communicating with others.
- Accurately selected proper descriptive code when more than one anatomical location was indicated.
- Verified signatures and check medical charts for accuracy and completion.
- Guard against fraud and abuse by verifying coded data accurately reflected services provided.
- Use Allscripts to schedule patient appointments and to locate their charts when they’re in need of a service from us.
- Use shared G-drive as well as Epic to input information into computerized patient record system.
- Scan and file medical records in alphabetical order to maintain organized and up-to-date filing system.
Certified Nurse Aide
Signature Healthcare Of Cleveland
08.2018 - 12.2022
- Maintain records of patient's health condition; monitor daily progress, landmarks, and shortfalls
- Inform nurses of new developments in patients’ health!
- Team up with therapy department in adjusting patient’s treatment techniques
- Aide patients’ mobility and ensure environment is safe and void of obstacles that could cause harm
- Ensure that patients’ needs are met as this could affect their response to treatment and general well-being
- Provide a full emotional support system for patients.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to the nurse supervisor.
- Wiped down the equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient's transport to reduce instances of infection.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Furthered skills by actively taking part in employee training and taking classes to improve skills.
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding, and ambulation.
- Worked with Restorative Health Supervisor to complete 14 Restorative Therapy daily treatments.
COVID-19 Screener
Medical Personnel Services
01.2022 - 04.2022
- Interacted with physicians and other healthcare staff to ask questions regarding patient services.
- Reviewed outpatient records and interpreted documentation to identify diagnoses and procedures.
- Reviewed, analyzed, and managed the coding of diagnostic and treatment procedures contained in outpatient medical records.
- Resourcefully used various coding books, procedure manuals, and on-line encoders.
Certified Professional Coder
Medical Personnel Services
10.2021 - 12.2021
- Interacted with physicians and other healthcare staff to ask questions regarding patient services.
- Reviewed outpatient records and interpreted documentation to identify diagnoses and procedures.
- Reviewed, analyzed, and managed the coding of diagnostic and treatment procedures contained in outpatient medical records.
- Resourcefully used various coding books, procedure manuals, and on-line encoders.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration And Management
Chattanooga State Community College
Chattanooga, TN05.2021
Professional Coder - Medical Insurance Coding
Academy of Allied Health Careers
Chattanooga, TN04.2021
Electronic Healthcare Specialist - Medical Records
Academy of Allied Health Careers
Chattanooga, TN04.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration And Management
Chattanooga State Community College
Chattanooga, TN07.2020
Skills
- Procedural Codes
- Insurance Billing
- Financial Assistance
- Medical Billing Processing
- Electronic Health Record Applications
- Reviewing Patient Information
- Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable
- Patient Health Information Access
- Electronic Filing System Organization
- Customer Experience
Certification
- Certified Professional Coder
- AAPC
- Certified Electronic Health Record Specialist
- Certified Nurse Assistant
- First Aid, CPR, AED
Education
Chattanooga, TN,Chattanooga, TN,Chattanooga, TN,Chattanooga, TN
Contact
Darnella Orr (Liked to be called Nellie)
6827 Knollcrest Drive
Harrison, TN 37341
Darnellareneeorr@gmail.com
423-432-1882
Work Availability
monday
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Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
RemoteHybridOn-SiteImportant To Me
Career advancementWork-life balanceFlexible work hoursPersonal development programsWork from home optionPaid time offTeam Building / Company RetreatsPaid sick leave401k matchStock Options / Equity / Profit Sharing4-day work weekCompany CultureHealthcare benefitsQuote
"You don't have to think about doing the right thing. If you're for the right thing, then you do it without thinking."
Maya Angelou
Interests
Family Time
Helping In My Community
Chess
Trying to teach myself Spanish currently
Timeline
Certified Professional Coder
Medical Personnel Services
08.2023 - 04.2024
Medical Records Clerk
Nephrology Associates
06.2023 - 01.2025
Scanner
Medical Personnel Services
01.2023 - 05.2023
Office Assistant
Medical Personnel Services
04.2022 - 01.2023
COVID-19 Screener
Medical Personnel Services
01.2022 - 04.2022
Certified Professional Coder
Medical Personnel Services
10.2021 - 12.2021
Certified Nurse Aide
Signature Healthcare Of Cleveland
08.2018 - 12.2022
Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration And Management
Chattanooga State Community College
Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration And Management
Chattanooga State Community College
- Certified Professional Coder
- AAPC
- Certified Electronic Health Record Specialist
- Certified Nurse Assistant
- First Aid, CPR, AED
Professional Coder - Medical Insurance Coding
Academy of Allied Health Careers
Electronic Healthcare Specialist - Medical Records
Academy of Allied Health Careers
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