Licensed MN Social Worker (License# 24801) as well as a Certified Professional Coder Apprentice (CPC-A). With over 8 years professional experience working in healthcare and skilled nursing facilities. Highly skilled in reviewing patient charts, documenting in EMR, and obtaining insurance verifications.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Admissions
Farmington Health Services
10.2018 - Current
Assess referrals through electronic referral systems to determine appropriateness of admission.
Determined appropriateness of ICD10 diagnosis codes for all admissions.
Oversees and updates patients medical records, collects information from nursing staff, physicians and other sources.
Verify insurance coverage, obtain insurance authorizations as required.
Worked directly with residents, family members, and IDT to coordinate individualized discharge plan.
Completed psychosocial, cognitive, and mood assessments that includes chart review.
Documenting in EMR including care planning and other pertinent case information.
TCU Social Worker
Ecumen
09.2016 - 10.2018
Worked directly with residents, family members, and IDT to coordinate individualized discharge plan.
Conducted interviews with patients and their families to obtain psycho-social history, cognitive functioning status, and any potential barriers to discharge.
Scheduled and facilitated care conferences.
Made referrals to various social, health, and community agencies according to resident needs.
Case Manager
Meridian Health Services
10.2015 - 09.2016
Provided waivered case management services to individuals with developmental disabilities.
Communicated with team members, family, and other
service providers to ensure that appropriate services were in place for the individual.
Created and implemented detailed individual service plans to manage client goals, services, and resources.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Minnesota State University
Moorhead, MN
06.2015
Medical Coding -
U.S Career Institute
03.2023
Skills
Strong communication skills
Compassionate
Self motivated
Exceptional time management
Organized
Ability to take on multiple roles and responsibilities
Extensive knowledge and understanding of Medicare, Medicaid, and other managed insurance