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Erin Al-Hammami

Erin Al-Hammami

Broken Arrow

Summary

Certified coding professional with strong analytical skills and focus on accuracy in medical record coding. Proven ability to collaborate effectively within team settings and adapt to changing requirements. Known for efficient problem-solving and delivering high-quality results. Skilled in ICD-10, CPT coding, and healthcare compliance standards.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Certified Coder and Billing Specialist

Invictus Healthcare System
01.2021 - Current
  • Invictus is a busy multispecialty clinic that specializes in providing a one stop shop for patients by incorporating providers from a wide array of specialties, imaging services such as MRI & X-Ray, and dispensing durable medical equipment such as back braces & foot and ankle braces. Our specialties include: Neurosurgery, Interventional Pain Management, Osteoporosis Care, Physical Therapy, and Podiatry/Foot & Ankle Surgery. While I have experience coding and billing in all of the services that we provide, my primary duties include:
  • Coding & Denial Resolution for the following:
  • Neurosurgery E&M Visits, Inpatient Consults, Inpatient and Outpatient Spine and Brain Surgeries
  • Physical Therapy Consults and Treatment
  • DME Dispensed to Our Patients
  • Pain Management Procedures & Injections
  • Recruit, Hire, Train and Audit all Coders, Billers, and Payment Posters
  • Run Weekly Reports To Analyze Denial Trends & Implement Solutions
  • Keep the Clinic Informed on Coding and Medical Policy Updates
  • Host Monthly Provider Meetings To Go Over Clinical Documentation Improvement Opportunities

Certified Coder and Biller

The Spine and Pain Center
01.2018 - 01.2021
  • Oversee all Functions of the Billing Department
  • Code Office Visits, Telehealth Visits, Pain Management Injections, Durable Medical Equipment and Surgeries
  • Correct Denials and Rejections
  • Post ERA and Office Deposit Payments
  • Reconcile Bank Deposits Against Payments Posted in Billing Software
  • Perform Account Follow-Up for Commercial, Government and Work Comp Insurance Payers
  • Run Benefits & Eligibility as Well as Estimate Patient’s Out of Pocket Cost Share
  • Update Payer Fee Schedules

Certified Coder and Supervisor

Pain Management of Tulsa
01.2016 - 01.2018
  • Assigned CPT and ICD-10 CM Codes to E&M Visits
  • Assigned CPT and ICD-10 CM Codes to Pain Management Injections and Surgeries
  • Audited Physician Charts for Appropriate Coding
  • Responsible for Keeping the Practice Current on Coding Changes
  • Performed the Daily Financial Reporting and Account Reconciliation Utilizing MS Excel
  • Updated Payer Fee Schedules Annually
  • Trained and Mentored New Employees
  • Performed Employee Audits and Annual Reviews
  • Prepared Refunds for Administrator Approval
  • Created and Enforced New Policy for Department

Medical Billing Specialist

Associated Anesthesiologists
01.2014 - 01.2015
  • Posted Charges, Payments, and Adjustments
  • Resolved Patient Inquiries
  • Resolved Unpaid Insurance Claims
  • Worked Denials and Filed Appeals

Patient Service Representative

Utica Park Clinic Gastroenterology
01.2013 - 01.2014
  • Scheduled Office Visits and Procedures
  • Performed Insurance Verifications/Eligibility
  • Completed Medical Records Requests and Entered Demographics

Medical Billing Specialist – Inpatient Hospital Billing

St. Francis (Business Office)
01.2012 - 01.2013
  • Served as an Account Manager for Aetna, Aetna Signature Plans, and Community Care
  • Worked Denials
  • Filed Appeals
  • Performed Insurance Follow Up on Accounts

Assistant Office Manager

CBIZ (Formerly Known as Medical Management Professionals)
03.2009 - 07.2012
  • Performed Account Research for and Processed Patient and Insurance Refunds
  • Took Elevated Patient Calls and Resolved Billing Issues
  • Figured Daily/Monthly Balancing and A/R Reconciliation for 5 Radiology Clients
  • Performed Quarterly Employee Audits
  • Counseled Staff as Needed
  • Trained and Mentored New Employees
  • Worked/Audited Daily Outsourced Payment Reports

Education

Certified Professional Coder -

AAPC
01.2016

Diploma - undefined

Broken Arrow High School
01.2001

Skills

  • Medical coding expertise
  • Clinical documentation improvement
  • Revenue cycle management
  • Denial management strategies
  • Physician office coding
  • Evaluation and management coding
  • Outpatient coding proficiency
  • Inpatient records coding
  • Problem-solving
  • Critical thinking
  • Training and mentoring
  • Medical terminology

Certification

Certified Professional Coder (CPC)

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Work Location

On-SiteRemote

Important To Me

401k matchWork-life balanceCompany CultureCareer advancementPersonal development programs

Timeline

Senior Certified Coder and Billing Specialist

Invictus Healthcare System
01.2021 - Current

Certified Coder and Biller

The Spine and Pain Center
01.2018 - 01.2021

Certified Coder and Supervisor

Pain Management of Tulsa
01.2016 - 01.2018

Medical Billing Specialist

Associated Anesthesiologists
01.2014 - 01.2015

Patient Service Representative

Utica Park Clinic Gastroenterology
01.2013 - 01.2014

Medical Billing Specialist – Inpatient Hospital Billing

St. Francis (Business Office)
01.2012 - 01.2013

Assistant Office Manager

CBIZ (Formerly Known as Medical Management Professionals)
03.2009 - 07.2012

Diploma - undefined

Broken Arrow High School

Certified Professional Coder -

AAPC