Kamilah Danley
Mesa,AZ
Summary
Skilled Medical Records Director with background in maintaining comprehensive patient records, implementing record keeping processes and ensuring compliance with legal and ethical requirements. Strengths include superior organization, knowledge of medical terminologies and proficiency in electronic health records management systems. Previous roles have demonstrated significant impact by improving process efficiency, enhancing data accuracy and streamlining information retrieval.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Records Director
Life Care Centers of America
Mesa, AZ
01.2023 - Current
- Oversaw management of medical records for patient care compliance.
- Implemented electronic health record systems to enhance data accessibility.
- Trained staff on best practices for medical records documentation.
- Conducted audits to ensure accuracy and completeness of medical records.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to streamline information sharing processes.
- Reviewed legal regulations to ensure compliance in record-keeping practices.
- Managed data entry processes for timely updates of patient information.
- Collected, checked and filed resident charts and personnel records.
- Reviewed discharges and other records on nursing units for compliance with procedures.
- Established and upheld procedures for medical records collection, coding and filing.
- Managed well-organized system of closed and open medical records with ready availability to interdisciplinary personnel.
- Enforced state and federal legal requirements governing confidentiality and legal issues pertaining to health information.
- Trained staff on proper use of the electronic health record system.
- Participated in committees that addressed quality assurance initiatives related to medical records management.
- Provided education on HIPAA regulations related to access and disclosure of protected health information.
- Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
Medical Records Assistant
Life Care Centers of America
Mesa, AZ
01.2016 - 01.2023
- Organized and filed medical documents for easy retrieval by staff.
- Assisted in the preparation of patient charts for daily appointments.
- Reviewed medical records for completeness and accuracy before filing.
- Processed patient information requests in accordance with privacy standards.
- Updated electronic health records systems to reflect current patient status.
- Maintained confidentiality of all patient information in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Provided assistance with coding diagnoses using ICD-10 codes when needed.
- Scanned paper documents into electronic health record systems according to established protocols.
- Compiled statistical reports from medical records to assist with quality assurance reviews.
- Answered phone inquiries from patients regarding their medical records.
- Responded to requests from insurance companies for additional information related to claims processing.
- Assisted in training new staff members on proper use of the Electronic Health Record System.
Hospital Unit Assistant
Arrowhead Regional Medical Center
Colton, CA
03.2006 - 12.2014
- Assisted nursing staff with patient care and daily operational tasks.
- Coordinated patient appointments and managed scheduling effectively.
- Maintained accurate patient records and confidential information.
- Trained new staff on procedures and best practices for unit operations.
- Provided administrative support to the nursing team and other healthcare professionals.
- Performed data entry tasks accurately and efficiently.
- Updated patient information in computer databases regularly.
Education
Graduate Certificate - Medical Billing
Four D College
Colton, CA04-2003
Skills
- Electronic health records
- Medical coding
- Regulatory compliance
- Data management
- Health information governance
- Quality assurance
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Medical Records Director
Life Care Centers of America
01.2023 - Current
Medical Records Assistant
Life Care Centers of America
01.2016 - 01.2023
Hospital Unit Assistant
Arrowhead Regional Medical Center
03.2006 - 12.2014
Graduate Certificate - Medical Billing
Four D College