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Heather Lewis

Nicholasville,USA

Summary

Detailed-oriented and analytical professional transitioning into medical coding and billing, bringing 11+ years of foundational experience in financial auditing, meticulous records management, and regulatory compliance. Eager to leverage recent, comprehensive training in medical billing and coding to ensure high data accuracy, HIPPA compliance, and optimal reimbursement. Proven ability to handle documentation with strict attention to regulatory details and manage complex schedules.

Overview

1
1
Certification
22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Family Caregiver

Private Residence
Nicholasville, KY
10.2015 - Current
  • Coordinated daily logistics, medical appointments, and schedules for a multi-person household.
  • Maintained comprehensive health records for family members.
    Assisted in navigating insurance claims and SSDI paperwork for husband. Managed household budgets with precision.
  • Successfully completed rigorous medical billing and coding coursework through Auburn University to transition into healthcare.

SOS/Credit Coordinator

Lowe's Companies Inc.
Lexington, KY
03.2007 - 10.2015

Office Manager & Cash Office Associate

Meadowgrow LLC / Staples, Inc.
Lexington, KY
04.2004 - 11.2006

Simultaneous roles managing office finances, administrative tasks, and cash handling procedures.

Education

Medical Billing And Coding - Medical Billing And Coding

Auburn University
Auburn, AL
01-2026

Associate of Arts - Accounting And Finance

Bluegrass Community And Technical College
Lexington, KY
12-2005

No Degree - Interpreter Training Program - ASL

Eastern Kentucky University
Richmond, KY

Skills

    Coding & Compliance: CPT, ICD-10-CM, HCPCS Level II, Regulatory Compliance, HIPAA Regulations

    Financial & Data Analysis: Financial Reporting, Auditing, Data Entry, Reconciliation, Variance Resolution

    Operations & Office Administration: Records Management, Document Control, Clerical Duties, Customer Serivice

Professional Skills

Auditing, Compliance, & Record Management 

  • Regulatory Auditing: Conducted thorough monthly paperwork and operational audits to ensure strict compliance with corporate and legal standards.
  • Meticulous Record-Keeping: Maintained federal ATF compliance documentation and high-accuracy financial logs, eliminating errors and establishing transparent reporting trails.
  • System Optimization: Implemented a comprehensive, standardized filing system that improved administrative efficiency, ensured document security, and protected stakeholder trust.

Financial Operations & Data Integrity

  • Account Reconciliation: Managed high-volume cash logistics, processed daily deposits, and audited/reconciled register variances to maintain precise financial data.
  • Process Improvement: Streamlined accounts payable workflows and adhered to strict special-order return processes that recovered lost corporate revenue and maximized profitability.
  • Reporting: Managed end-of-week corporate paperwork, ensuring timely, and accurate electronic data submissions to administrative offices.

Communication & Collaboration

  • Client & Vendor Relations: Managed multi-line phone systems, resolved complex vendor inquires, and handled high-volume clerical tasks to support continuous, uninterrupted operations.
  • Team Training: Fostered collaborative environments by educating and training colleagues on credit options, directly helping the team meet monthly operational and revenue targets.

Certification

Certified Professional Coder (CPC) - AAPC - May 2026

  • Apprentice Statues (CPC-A)

QuickBooks Certified ProAdvisor - Intuit - April 2023

Timeline

Family Caregiver

Private Residence
10.2015 - Current

SOS/Credit Coordinator

Lowe's Companies Inc.
03.2007 - 10.2015

Office Manager & Cash Office Associate

Meadowgrow LLC / Staples, Inc.
04.2004 - 11.2006

Medical Billing And Coding - Medical Billing And Coding

Auburn University

Associate of Arts - Accounting And Finance

Bluegrass Community And Technical College

No Degree - Interpreter Training Program - ASL

Eastern Kentucky University