Latisha G Nadal
Bakersfield,CA
Summary
Hands-on professional offering a keen understanding of data confidentiality and HIPAA regulations. Highly trained Medical Coder, knowledgeable in AMA and the CMS coding rules. Organized and motivated employee, eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Coder Technician
Adventist Health Bakersfield
Bakersfield, CA
08.2024 - Current
- Read through patient health data, histories, physician diagnoses and treatments to gain understanding for coding purposes.
- Supported external audits by providing coded data and documentation as requested.
- Coordinated with billing department to clarify billing issues related to coding.
- Utilized coding software and tools efficiently to expedite the coding process.
- Participated in coding team meetings to discuss challenges and best practices.
- Transmitted information or documents to customers through email, mailings or facsimile machine.
Caregiver
Brookdale Riverwalk
Bakersfield, CA
08.2022 - 10.2024
- Provided companionship for elderly clients by engaging in conversation and participating in recreational activities.
- Monitored vital signs, including blood pressure, temperature, and pulse rate.
- Encouraged independence while promoting self-care skills such as bathing, grooming, and toileting needs.
Front-end Team Lead
Wal-Mart Supercenter
Bakersfield, CA
11.2016 - 12.2025
- Monitored cash drawers in checkouts to verify adequate cash supply.
- Managed opening and closing procedures by reconciling sales records and cash transactions with software data.
- Emphasized customer service excellence through ongoing training of front-line team members to improve customer service ratings.
- Welcomed large volume of guests and improved overall customer service.
- Reviewed safety, health, and sanitation processes throughout areas and enforced rules to promote security and safety.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Trained employees on best practices and protocols while managing teams to maintain optimal productivity.
- Coordinated with other supervisors, combining group efforts to achieve goals.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bakersfield Adult Schools
Bakersfield, CA06-1991
Some College (No Degree) - Health Care Administration
San Joaquin Valley College
Bakersfield, CASkills
- Meticulous and organized
- Business operations understanding
- Organization and efficiency
- Office equipment operations
- Security understanding
- Service-oriented mindset
- Data entry
- Multitasking and prioritization
- Organizational skills
- Professional and polished presentation
- Multi-line telephone skills
- HIPAA Compliance
Timeline
Coder Technician
Adventist Health Bakersfield
08.2024 - Current
Caregiver
Brookdale Riverwalk
08.2022 - 10.2024
Front-end Team Lead
Wal-Mart Supercenter
11.2016 - 12.2025
High School Diploma -
Bakersfield Adult Schools
Some College (No Degree) - Health Care Administration
San Joaquin Valley College
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