MARGURITE SLAUGH
Vernal,UT
Summary
Skilled medical coding professional prepared to drive accuracy and efficiency in healthcare documentation. Known for strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and comprehensive knowledge of medical coding systems and regulations. Excel in team collaboration, adapting to evolving requirements, and delivering consistent results. Recognized for reliability and commitment to upholding high standards in all tasks. Knowledgeable Licensed Practical Nurse with deep understanding of patient care and medical procedures. Successfully managed diverse patient needs in various healthcare settings, ensuring high-quality care and patient satisfaction. Demonstrated strong communication and problem-solving skills while working collaboratively with healthcare teams.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Non-Certified Professional Medical Coder
Uintah Basin Healthcare
03.2025 - Current
- Increased coding accuracy by diligently reviewing medical documentation and applying appropriate codes.
- Resourcefully used various coding books, procedure manuals, and on-line encoders.
- Reviewed patient charts to better understand health histories, diagnoses, and treatments.
- Applied official coding conventions and rules from American Medical Association and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services to assign diagnostic codes.
- Correctly coded and billed medical claims for various hospital and nursing facilities.
- Maintained a high level of productivity while consistently meeting deadlines for claim submissions.
- Collaborated with physicians to obtain necessary documentation, improving claim approval rates.
Licensed Practical Nurse/Medical Transcriptionist
Uintah Basin Healthcare
01.2020 - 03.2025
- Provide patient care in accordance with physician’s orders and nursing standards of practice.
- Transcribed medical dictation from physicians, including patient histories, physical examinations and discharge summaries.
- Maintain confidentiality of patient information according to HIPPA regulations
- Perform physical assessments, including vitals signs and health history documentation
- Review transcribed documents for accuracy and completeness in accordance with established procedures.
- Administer medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Utilize multiple computer applications to complete work assignments accurately and efficiently.
- Ensure that all clinical documentation is accurate and up-to-date in the electronic medical record system.
- Maintain a safe environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Basin Clinic
02.2019 - 01.2020
- Assist in training new transcriptionists regarding departmental policies and procedures.
- Provide emotional support to patients dealing with illness or injury related issues.
- Perform administrative duties such as filing, faxing, phone calls, as necessary.
- Continue employment through merger with Uintah Basin Healthcare.
- Assist physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Administered injections, medications, and treatments as directed by the physicians.
- Provided assistance to medical staff in performing minor surgical procedures.
- Prepared laboratory specimens for analysis and organized lab results for review by the physician.
- Maintain accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription and date entry into the electronic health record system.
- Answer phones, scheduled appointments and manage patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
- Perform basic laboratory tests such as urinalysis, INR, HCT, A1C and blood glucose levels under direct supervision of physician.
- Conduct EKGs, spirometry testing, and other diagnostic tests as requested by the physician.
Education
Licensed Practical Nurse -
Uintah Basin Technical College
Roosevelt, UT05.2020
High School Diploma - undefined
Green River High School
Green River, UT05.2009
Skills
- Experienced medical transcriptionist
- Medical Coding
- Medical record documentation
- Coordination of patient care
- HIPAA compliance expertise
- Strong understanding of human anatomy and physiology
- Effective multi-tasker
- Experienced Licensed Practical Nurse
- Over 15 years in healthcare systems
- Experienced with EMR systems
- Proficient in medical terminology
- ICD-10 coding expertise
- Interdisciplinary teamwork
Certification
- Utah Practical Nursing License Issue Date: 2020-07-28 Expiration Date: 2026-01-31 License No. 11775606-3101
- BLS (Basic Life Support CPR & AED) Issue Date: 2025-07-16 Expiration Date: 07/2027 Issued by: American Heart Association
- Master Remote Work Professional Issue Date: 02-05-2025 Issued by: Utah State University
Timeline
Non-Certified Professional Medical Coder
Uintah Basin Healthcare
03.2025 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse/Medical Transcriptionist
Uintah Basin Healthcare
01.2020 - 03.2025
Certified Nursing Assistant
Basin Clinic
02.2019 - 01.2020
High School Diploma - undefined
Green River High School
Licensed Practical Nurse -
Uintah Basin Technical College
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