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Emelita Quiambao, CPC, CCA

Pacoima,CA

Summary

Bachelor's degree in Radiologic Technology with 30 years of experience in acute care and trauma hospital settings. Certified professional coder with expertise in medical terminology, anatomy, pathophysiology, and procedural terminology. Proficient in hospital information systems, including Cerner, Meditech, McKesson PACS, and 3M Encoder. Skilled in ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, CPT, HCPCS, E/M codes, and modifiers.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Medical Coder

Burbank Urgent Care
Burbank, CA
12.2022 - Current
  • Primarily responsible for assigning accurate E&M services, diagnoses, and procedure codes to the patient's health information record.
  • Communicate, educate, and query physicians with any concerns regarding coding and documentation.
  • Verifies coverage and eligibility for medical services, including HMO/PPO, Medicare, and Medicaid.
  • Review patient medical records for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with coding regulations.
  • Utilized ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS coding systems to process claims and billing.
  • Resolved and coordinated with the billing department to clarify billing issues related to coding.

Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer

California Hospital Medical Center
Los Angeles, CA
07.2009 - Current
  • Performed ultrasound examinations to assist physicians in diagnosing medical conditions.
  • Documented sonographic findings accurately in electronic medical records for physician review.
  • Reviewed patient history before conducting ultrasounds for thorough assessments.

Graduate Apprenticeship Trainee

AAPC
02.2020 - 05.2020
  • Coded three modules encompassing 600 medical records across various specialties.
  • Acquired expertise in assigning accurate E&M codes for diverse cases.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in coding multi-specialty professional fee claims effectively.

Trainee in Medical Coding & Billing

California Primary Health Care
01.2019 - 05.2019
  • Under the direct supervision of the lead coder and biller, I verified coverage and eligibility for medical services, including HMO/PPO, Medicare, and Medicaid.
  • Reviewed patient charts for accuracy and completeness, and assigned appropriate diagnoses and procedural codes.
  • Helped with front office work, greeted patients, and signed them in.

Vascular/Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer

Anaheim Regional Medical Center
Anaheim
05.2006 - 08.2010

Performed sonographic examinations utilizing abdominal, OB and GYN, small parts, vascular, and neurosonology techniques.

  • Assisted radiologists during interventional procedures, such as biopsies, drainages, and aspirations.
  • Conducted Doppler studies on blood vessels to evaluate blockage, clotting, or other abnormalities.
  • Reviewed imaging results with physicians or other health care professionals.
  • Review the patient's history prior to performing the procedure.

Echo Cardiographer and Vascular Technologist

Tuomey Regional Medical Center
Sumter, SC
10.2007 - 07.2010
  • Executed vascular ultrasound examinations to evaluate blood flow and identify abnormalities.
  • Educated patients on procedures to promote comfort and understanding during tests.
  • Delivered detailed reports of test findings to referring physicians promptly.
  • Assisted radiologists with imaging studies, including TEE, biopsies, and OR procedures utilizing ultrasound techniques.

Chief Ultrasound Technologist

Quirino Memorial Medical Center
12.1995 - 10.2002
  • Operated ultrasound equipment to perform diagnostic imaging procedures.
  • Trained junior staff on proper ultrasound techniques and safety protocols.
  • Analyzed sonographic information and communicated findings to appropriate physicians.
  • Utilized transvaginal and transrectal scanners to detect particularly obscured abnormalities.
  • Assisted physicians with interventional procedures such as biopsies and aspirations.
  • Reviewed patient history prior to performing ultrasounds.

Education

Medical Coding Career Advancement Program - Medical Coding

Western Governors University
12-2019

Medical Coding and Billing - Coding and Billing

Career Step
10-2017

Bachelor of Science - Radiologic Technology

St. Jude College
03-1995

Skills

  • ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS coding
  • E&M coding
  • Medical billing and documentation review
  • Regulatory and HIPAA compliance
  • Problem solving
  • Medical terminology and coding
  • Coding appeals

Certification

  • Certified Professional Coder (CPC)
  • Certified Coding Associate (CCA)
  • Registered Vascular Technologist( RVT)
  • Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer ( RDMS )
  • Certified Radiologic Technologist

References

Available upon request.

Timeline

Medical Coder

Burbank Urgent Care
12.2022 - Current

Graduate Apprenticeship Trainee

AAPC
02.2020 - 05.2020

Trainee in Medical Coding & Billing

California Primary Health Care
01.2019 - 05.2019

Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer

California Hospital Medical Center
07.2009 - Current

Echo Cardiographer and Vascular Technologist

Tuomey Regional Medical Center
10.2007 - 07.2010

Vascular/Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer

Anaheim Regional Medical Center
05.2006 - 08.2010

Chief Ultrasound Technologist

Quirino Memorial Medical Center
12.1995 - 10.2002

Medical Coding Career Advancement Program - Medical Coding

Western Governors University

Medical Coding and Billing - Coding and Billing

Career Step

Bachelor of Science - Radiologic Technology

St. Jude College