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Dr.Kiruba Michael

Chennai

Summary

With a solid background in the health insurance sector, I am eager to expand my knowledge and pursue a dynamic career that fosters continuous learning, innovation, and skill development.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Medical Coder

PAIX SERVICES
05.2024 - Current
  • Adept at coding for a wide range of U.S. healthcare services, including inpatient, outpatient, and specialty procedures, using ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS systems in compliance with CMS and payer requirements.
  • Understanding in U.S. healthcare revenue cycle management and compliance with NCCI edits, leading to improved reimbursement and reduced claim rejections.
  • Proficient in utilizing EMR/EHR systems to access patient records and ensure accurate coding within the U.S. healthcare framework.

Senior Associate

APM MEDICAL BILLERS
08.2022 - 05.2024
  • Accurately assign ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS codes to diagnoses and procedures in compliance with coding guidelines and collaborated with healthcare providers, insurance companies, and patients to obtain necessary documentation.
  • Analyze medical data in EMR, treatment plans, and associated costs to determine appropriateness for pre-authorization.
  • Successfully completed a deputation assignment at the onsite location of Saudi German Hospital in the UAE, contributing to the improvement of the pre-approval process for medical procedures and treatments through active collaboration.

Medical Officer

NATIONAL LIFE AND GENERAL INSURANCE CORPORATION LIMITED SUPPORTING SERVICES
01.2019 - 03.2022
  • Processed Emergency claims, Inpatient (IP) claims, Outpatient (OP) claims, Dental, Optical, Maternity, Alternative treatment and Group Mediclaim's in Reimbursement and Cashless basis
  • Identified insurance coverage limitations with thorough examinations of claims documentation and related records and entered data into application software
  • Calculated deductibles, co-payments, and refunds
  • Trained new hires in all aspects of job

Medical Officer

SPEAK MEDICARE
04.2018 - 11.2018
  • Analyzed medical treatment records, police reports, and information gathered by investigation
  • Reviewed and analyzed suspicious and potentially fraudulent insurance claims
  • Used Microsoft Word to create documents
  • Generated information detailing findings and provided reporting for forecast analysis and reporting in support of decision-making while claim processing

Deputy Manager

STAR HEALTH AND ALLIED INSURANCE CO. LIMITED.
11.2015 - 04.2018
  • Handled Emergency, Inpatient (IP) and group Mediclaim claims through Reimbursement and Cashless process
  • Adjudicated medical claims based on established processing criteria, either approving or denying them
  • Investigated potential fraudulent claims, making decisions based on gathered information, investigation, and police reports
  • Provided training and mentorship to new personnel recruited for the role

Education

MBA - Health Service Management

Anna University
08.2018

Bachelor of Dental Surgery -

Ragas Dental College And Hospital
10.2015

Skills

  • US Healthcare
  • Certified Medical Coder
  • Electronic Medical Records (EMR) navigation
  • Revenue cycle management
  • Microsoft Office
  • Inpatient and outpatient coding expertise
  • Time Management
  • Teamwork and collaboration

Certification

  • CPC-A (AAPC), 97%
  • Conversation course from the British Council
  • Licentiate from Insurance Institute of India (III)

Timeline

Senior Medical Coder

PAIX SERVICES
05.2024 - Current

Senior Associate

APM MEDICAL BILLERS
08.2022 - 05.2024

Medical Officer

NATIONAL LIFE AND GENERAL INSURANCE CORPORATION LIMITED SUPPORTING SERVICES
01.2019 - 03.2022

Medical Officer

SPEAK MEDICARE
04.2018 - 11.2018

Deputy Manager

STAR HEALTH AND ALLIED INSURANCE CO. LIMITED.
11.2015 - 04.2018

MBA - Health Service Management

Anna University

Bachelor of Dental Surgery -

Ragas Dental College And Hospital
Dr.Kiruba Michael