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Kayla Elow

Duncanville

Summary

Medical coding professional with extensive experience in accurately coding patient records and ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations. Known for strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, adaptable to changing needs. Skilled in utilizing coding software and maintaining detailed documentation, with reputation for reliability and precision.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Orthopedics &Gynecology Medical Coder

Orthoeconomics
05.2025 - Current
  • Reviewed and coded medical records for accurate insurance claims processing.
  • Assigned appropriate codes using ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS systems to ensure precise billing.
  • Reviewed, analyzed, and managed coding of diagnostic and treatment procedures contained in outpatient medical records.
  • Input data into computer programs and filing systems.
  • Scanned and uploaded medical records into electronic medical records system.

Insurance Verification Specialist

Sleep & Snoring Solutions
02.2025 - Current
  • Cultivated in-depth knowledge of insurance plans, focusing on Medicare and Medicaid regulations and requirements.
  • Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments and consultations.
  • Transmitted medical records and other correspondence by mail, e-mail, or fax.
  • Compiled and coded patient information or data in appropriate computer system.

Prior Authorization Specialist

Acadian Ambulance Service
02.2024 - 02.2025
  • Verified insurance coverage and eligibility for services using computer software.
  • Collaborated with healthcare providers to obtain necessary documentation for approvals.
  • Received, analyzed and responded to incoming calls from patients and providers regarding insurance issues.
  • Ensured compliance with insurance policies and regulatory requirements throughout approval process.
  • Achieved high success rate in obtaining authorizations by effectively demonstrating medical necessity through comprehensive documentation and clear communication with insurance companies.

Medicaid Eligibility Specialist

Meditrans
08.2022 - 02.2024
  • Facilitated communication between clients and healthcare providers to resolve eligibility issues.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and policy changes affecting Medicaid eligibility determinations.
  • Achieved timely resolution of cases, conducting comprehensive reviews and maintaining close communication with applicants.
  • Negotiated payment plans for applicants with outstanding medical debts, achieving mutually beneficial arrangements that satisfied both parties'' needs.

Alarm Dispatcher

Southwest Dispatch Center
06.2021 - 08.2022
  • Monitor and dispatch appropriate emergency response to any active alarm system. Coordination with security personnel and law enforcement, and maintaining detailed records of each incident.
  • Ensured compliance with local laws governing use of police radios.

Licensed Hairstylist

SmartStyle
05.2018 - 12.2021
  • Excellent customer service while educating clients on the well-being of their hair and treatment.
  • Specializing particularly in color, cuts, and styles, I would offer a therapeutic session while helping women achieve their desired look.
  • Upsold additional services such as deep conditioning treatments or scalp massages.

Education

Medical Billing & Coding

South Louisiana Community College
Lafayette, LA
02-2025

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ABC Beauty Academy
Richardson, TX
04.2020

Skills

  • Medical terminology
  • HIPAA compliance
  • HCPCS coding
  • Medical billing
  • Insurance coding (ICD-9 and CPT)
  • Insurance verification
  • Data entry
  • Medical claims coding
  • Document management
  • Diagnostic coding
  • Procedural coding
  • Data verification

Certification

Certified Professional Coder

Timeline

Orthopedics &Gynecology Medical Coder

Orthoeconomics
05.2025 - Current

Insurance Verification Specialist

Sleep & Snoring Solutions
02.2025 - Current

Prior Authorization Specialist

Acadian Ambulance Service
02.2024 - 02.2025

Medicaid Eligibility Specialist

Meditrans
08.2022 - 02.2024

Alarm Dispatcher

Southwest Dispatch Center
06.2021 - 08.2022

Licensed Hairstylist

SmartStyle
05.2018 - 12.2021

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ABC Beauty Academy

Medical Billing & Coding

South Louisiana Community College

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