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Lemuel Magaso

Sacramento,California

Summary

Proven Health Information Management Specialist with a track record of enhancing coding accuracy and patient data integrity at Datavant. Spearheaded electronic health record implementation, significantly boosting departmental efficiency. Expert in HIPAA regulations and ICD-10-CM coding, coupled with a continuous learning mindset, ensures compliance and innovation in healthcare information management.

Knowledgeable about maintaining organized inventories and handling custodial requirements of commercial building bathrooms, workspaces and customer areas. Experienced team player with strong service record, good organizational skills and productive approach to handling simultaneous tasks. Focused on always producing high-quality and professional results.

Self-starting Custodian with team player mentality. Skilled at staying on task and meeting deadlines.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Health Information Management Specialist

Datavant
05.2024 - Current
  • Reduced errors in coding procedures through ongoing education and training sessions for staff members, improving overall coding accuracy.
  • Coordinated cross-department communication regarding updates or changes to health information systems, ensuring smooth transitions during software upgrades or migrations.
  • Improved patient data accuracy by meticulously reviewing and validating medical records and diagnoses.
  • Spearheaded initiatives aimed at maximizing storage space for physical records while maintaining ease-of-access for authorized personnel.
  • Enhanced departmental efficiency through implementation of electronic health record system, streamlining data entry and retrieval processes.
  • Ensured compliance with federal regulations by conducting regular audits of patient files and implementing necessary corrective actions.
  • Remained current on industry best practices and emerging technologies through ongoing professional development activities, ensuring organization's Health Information Management processes remained at forefront of innovation.
  • Upheld HIPAA regulations and standards for protecting patient information.
  • Retrieved medical data for physicians and patients.

Janitorial Specialist

Citywide Property
12.2023 - 02.2024
  • Cleans Building,Office and /or common areas daily by sweeping,vacuuming,mopping floors,emptying trash receptacles,removing dust and polishing all office surfaces,and removing stains from carpets or other floors utilizing appropriate tools in order to maintain clean and safe building.
  • Ensure cleaning standards are met in accordance with Buildings standards outlined.
  • Maintained sanitary environment in restrooms by performing thorough cleaning and disinfecting procedures
  • Minimized spread of germs in high-touch areas by regularly sanitizing doorknobs, handrails, light switches, and elevator buttons.
  • Supported building security measures by locking doors, turning off lights, and securing sensitive areas after hours when necessary.
  • Maintaining multiple Building in different settings.

Release of Information Specialist

Dignity Health
03.2001 - 12.2022

Reduced errors in released records by thoroughly reviewing documentation before submission.

  • Streamlined workflows within th department by introducing digital tools that reduced manual tasks involved in processing requests for information release.
  • Promoted patient privacy rights by educating staff members on best practices for handling sensitive information appropriately during release process.
  • Maintained historical reference by abstracting and coding clinical data such as diseases, operations procedures and therapies.
  • Resolved medical record discrepancies by collecting and analyzing information.
  • Coordinated patient information flow through caregivers, insurance companies, billing departments and patients.
  • Increased customer satisfaction levels through prompt responses to inquiries and effective resolution of concerns.
  • Managed high volumes of record requests efficiently by maintaining excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Collaborated with team members to share knowledge, improve processes, and foster positive work environment.
  • Provided training and guidance to new Release of Information Specialists, contributing to their professional growth and development.
  • Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations through diligent tracking and monitoring of protected health information disclosures.
  • Handled phone calls from attorneys, insurance companies and patients.
  • Completed certifications and notarization of documents for court and legal purposes.
  • Used [Software] to perform data entry functions.
  • Navigated within patient records to locate requested documentation, successfully completing over 15 requests per day.

Janitor

Bissell Bros
02.2013 - 03.2020
  • Maintained clean and comfortable environments in commercial buildings by vacuuming, cleaning windows, and dusting.
  • Improved facility cleanliness by performing daily maintenance tasks, such as sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming.
  • Reduced spread of germs by sanitizing high-touch surfaces such as doorknobs and handrails.
  • Maintained positive and professional demeanor while interacting with building occupants, promoting respectful work environment.
  • Supported waste management efforts by collecting trash, recycling materials, and disposing of them properly.
  • Maintained well-stocked inventory of cleaning supplies to ensure all necessary equipment was available for use.
  • Contributed to welcoming environment by maintaining clean and organized common areas such as lobbies and conference rooms.
  • Inspected facility and grounds and picked up trash or other debris impacting appearance or movement flows between spaces.
  • Mixed, used, and properly stored hazardous chemical cleaners to reduce risk of injury or illness.
  • Responded immediately to calls from personnel to clean up spills and wet floors.
  • Enhanced building safety through regular inspection and repair of lights, doors, windows, and locks.
  • Safeguarded building security by locking doors and setting alarms at the end of each shift.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

STI College
Manila Philippines
07.1999

Skills

  • Healthcare compliance
  • Health Information Exchange
  • Auditing and Reporting
  • Health records review
  • HIPAA knowledge
  • HIPAA and HITECH requirements
  • Training and mentoring
  • Communication abilities
  • Knowledge of cleaning techniques and equipment
  • Responsible and Dependable
  • Ability to follow safety procedures and Guidelines
  • Excellent time management skills

Certification

  • [Area of certification], [Company Name] - [Timeframe]

Languages

filipino
Full Professional

Timeline

Health Information Management Specialist

Datavant
05.2024 - Current

Janitorial Specialist

Citywide Property
12.2023 - 02.2024

Janitor

Bissell Bros
02.2013 - 03.2020

Release of Information Specialist

Dignity Health
03.2001 - 12.2022

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

STI College
Lemuel Magaso