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HEATHER BROWN

EL Paso,TX
HEATHER BROWN

Summary

Dedicated and detail-oriented Medical Biller and Coder with strong organizational skills and a background in operations and maintenance environments. Adept at leading teams and utilizing military experience to ensure precise medical billing and coding. Possess extensive experience in keeping records, following compliance guidelines, and working with healthcare professionals. I want to contribute to a dynamic healthcare team by utilizing my abilities and expertise. Seasoned Operations Manager and talented leader with over 12 years of experience applying exceptional planning and problem-solving abilities toward enhancing business plans and day-to-day activities. Results-driven and resilient in developing teams while improving processes and increasing productivity. Bringing solid understanding of industry trends, excellent communication skills, talent for spotting areas in need of improvement and implementing changes with strategic approach.

Overview

14
years of professional experience

Work History

Rio Grande Urology
El Paso, TX

Medical Billing and Coding Specialist (Externship)
01.2024 - 03.2024

Job overview

  • Accurately coded and processed medical procedures, diagnoses, and services using ICD-10 and CPT coding systems
  • Conducted rigorous audits of medical records to guarantee correct coding and adherence to billing rules
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals to resolve coding inconsistencies and gather data required for claims processing
  • Kept comprehensive records of patient data, billing information, and payment information, ensuring privacy.
  • Maintained patient confidentiality by adhering to strict HIPAA regulations during all aspects of coding and billing processes.
  • Assisted in maintaining smooth office operations by managing essential administrative tasks such as recordkeeping and data entry.
  • Monitored trends in medical billing denials, implementing corrective actions to prevent future occurrences of similar issues.
  • Processed insurance company denials by auditing patient files, researching procedures, and diagnostic codes to determine proper reimbursement.
  • Scanned and uploaded medical records into electronic medical records system.
  • Verified accuracy of patient information in medical records.

United States Army
El Paso, TX

Senior Operations Truckmaster
05.2010 - 01.2022

Job overview

  • Kept 98% operational readiness rating while managing government supplies and equipment's accountability, serviceability, and upkeep worth +$40M
  • Ensured that all employees within most important organizational and functional areas received proper training and resources by supervising all operations, training, and logistical support
  • Managed 160 employees and set rules to guarantee their care, training, and discipline.

U.S. Army Active Duty
Fort Lewis, WA

Operations Manager

Job overview

  • Coordinated administrative and logistical support with eight local agencies and authorities providing prompt solutions for various compliance and safety-related issues
  • Created tracking methods that produce accurate reports and hold people accountable for missing or damaged items by putting in place system better to monitor upkeep and serviceability of essential equipment
  • Supervised and kept track of all documentation related to training, inspections, and evaluations.

United States Army
Camp Humphrey, Korea

Master Trainer

Job overview

  • Streamlined 20 vehicles and $8 million worth of equipment while managing operations of enterprise with 112 employees
  • Guaranteed that all subordinate leadership aligned with organization's vision, culture, and values by providing direction on organization's standing policies, procedures, and processes
  • Trained 19 personnel on cargo distribution and load security protocol; safeguarded unit safety awareness.

Education

Western Technical College
El Paso, TX

Certification from Medical Billing And Coding
06.2024

University Overview

  • 3.94 GPA
  • Relevant Coursework: Medical Billing and Coding certification

Army Logistics University
Fort Lee, VA

Transportation Deployment And Distribution Certificate | Army Logistics University
02.2021

University Overview

License Instructor/Examiner

  • Completed professional development in Logistics

US Army
Fort Lewis, WA

Certificate from All-Terrain Lifter 10K Forklift
2017

US Army Transportation Operator
Fort Leonard Wood, MO

Certificate of Completion from Motor Transport Operator Course
2010

Skills

  • TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES
  • Proficient in ICD-10 and CPT coding systems
  • Strong knowledge of medical billing regulations and compliance
  • Familiarity with medical office software and electronic health records (EHR) systems
  • Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite 365
  • Basic Fiber Course and Microsoft Active Directory knowledge
  • Operating Systems: Mac / Microsoft Windows
  • Medical Terminology
  • Customer Experience
  • Paperwork and Documentation
  • Medical Billing Code Accuracy
  • Medical Billing and Collections
  • CPT Code Modifiers
  • Medical Claims Coding
  • Data Entry
  • Records Accuracy
  • Diagnostic Codes
  • ICD-10 (International Classification of Disease Systems)
  • Patient Rights
  • Physician Interaction
  • Patient Flow
  • Electronic Filing System Organization
  • Data Verification
  • Reminder Calls
  • Demographics Information
  • Hospital Inpatient and Outpatient Records
  • Protected Health Information
  • Billing and coding
  • Billing hours understanding
  • Understanding of medical ethics
  • Knowledge of medical and psychiatric terminology

Timeline

Medical Billing and Coding Specialist (Externship)

Rio Grande Urology
01.2024 - 03.2024

Senior Operations Truckmaster

United States Army
05.2010 - 01.2022

Operations Manager

U.S. Army Active Duty

Master Trainer

United States Army

Western Technical College

Certification from Medical Billing And Coding

Army Logistics University

Transportation Deployment And Distribution Certificate | Army Logistics University

US Army

Certificate from All-Terrain Lifter 10K Forklift

US Army Transportation Operator

Certificate of Completion from Motor Transport Operator Course
HEATHER BROWN