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Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Gayathri Thangavel CPC

Tampa,FL

Summary

Responsible Professional with exceptional attention to work detail. Have good computer skills and ability to work quickly. Strong multitasking, prioritization and time management skills. Good learner with strong desire to learn new skills at every opportunity. Dynamic Release of Information Specialist with proven expertise at Valarion Technologies, adept at ensuring HIPAA compliance and safeguarding PHI. Skilled in medical coding with a strong foundation in ICD-10-CM and CPT modifiers. Recognized for exceptional problem-solving abilities and a commitment to confidentiality in sensitive information handling.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Release of Information Specialist

Valarion Technologies( Former Avantha ) USA
08.2024 - 02.2025
  • Ensured compliance with HIPAA and organizational policies by verifying and processing medical record requests.
  • Authenticated requestors, including patients and attorneys, to confirm proper authorization for releasing PHI.
  • Reviewed authorization forms meticulously for accuracy, completeness, and legal validity before processing requests.
  • Protected patient confidentiality by releasing only the minimum necessary PHI as required by regulations.
  • Identified sensitive information requiring special handling, including HIV and mental health details.
  • Maintained strict adherence to federal and state regulations regarding PHI disclosure, safeguarding patient rights.
  • Utilized Cerner EMR/EHR systems effectively to retrieve, review, and release medical records efficiently.
  • Collaborated with healthcare teams to improve the efficiency of the medical record request process.

Career Counselor

CADD Centre Training Services
01.2012 - 01.2013

• Completed research, compiled data to provide the students to choose their educational courses
• Interacted with customers by phone, email, or in-person to provide information
• Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports
• Analyzed problems and worked with teams to develop solutions.

Education

Diploma - Online Professional Medical Coding

Career Step
Utah
11-2023

MBA - Finance

GRD College of Management
Coimbatore, India
07-2010

Bachelor of Technology - Biotechnology

Sastra University
Tanjore, India
07-2008

Skills

    SKILLS
    Medical Coding and Billing
    Completed 800 case studies in
    Practicode and Practicum,
    achieving the equivalent of 2
    years of handson medical
    coding experience

    ICD-10-CM, Anatomy Physiology,
    Medical terminology
    CPT Modifiers
    HCPCS II Compliance Coding
    Guidelines Coding
    ICD-10-PCS

    PURSUING SKILL
    Continuing education in all chapters of
    Medical Coding through Integrity
    Coding institution
    Practicing typing skills to enhance
    performance

Certification

Certified Professional Coder, 11/2023

Languages

English
Full Professional

Interests

  • Reading
  • Volunteering for community initiatives to give back to local communities and make a positive impact
  • Community Cleanup


Timeline

Release of Information Specialist

Valarion Technologies( Former Avantha ) USA
08.2024 - 02.2025

Career Counselor

CADD Centre Training Services
01.2012 - 01.2013

Diploma - Online Professional Medical Coding

Career Step

MBA - Finance

GRD College of Management

Bachelor of Technology - Biotechnology

Sastra University
Gayathri Thangavel CPC