Problem solving ability and sets high standards for quality. A fast learner and a team player with strong analytical skills and good work ethics. Knowledgeable in coding & billing, reimbursement, revenue cycle, healthcare administrative, and electronic health records. Works effectively with or without direct supervision.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Billing Coordinator
NYU Langone Health- Radiation Oncology
Mineola, NY
12.2022 - Current
Monitors, reviews, and applies correct coding principles for reimbursement, and compliance
Performs outpatient procedure charges including reviewing medical record documentation to ensure that documentation supports the charges to prevent denials and compliance
Consult physicians in regards with missing information such as diagnosis and correct procedure to support the charges
Investigate and resolve charge errors
Review, verify and apply the correct insurance for consult & new patient appointment
Apply insurance policies or guidelines on charges
Call Insurance to ensure patient’s verification eligibility
Maintain productivity standards
Maintain current knowledge through webinars & utilize ICD-10, CPT 4, and materials.
Professional Fee Coder II
Cleveland Clinic – Neurological Institute
Cleveland, OH
06.2016 - 07.2022
Monitors, reviews, and applies correct coding principles for reimbursement, and compliance
Performs outpatient E&M & procedure charges including reviewing medical record documentation to ensure that documentation supports the charges to prevent denials, underpayments, and compliance
Consult physicians in regards with missing information and show correct documentation for coding
Review and apply insurance policies or guidelines on charges
Responsible for E&M denials
Working on Epic reconciliation report and reconciling charges on work queues
Investigate and resolve charge errors
Responsible for working held claims and claim edits
Maintain productivity standards
Maintain current knowledge through webinars & utilize ICD-10, CPT 4, and materials.
Professional Fee Coder I
Cleveland Clinic – Neurological Institute
Cleveland, OH
01.2015 - 06.2016
Performing inpatient and outpatient coding duties including reviewing patient medical records to ensure that documentation supports the charges
Consult physicians and nurse practitioners in regards with missing information and show correct documentation for coding
Working on Epic reconciliation report and work queues
Meet coding deadlines to expedite the billing process and to facilitate data availability for providers to ensure continuity of care
Investigate and resolve charge errors
Responsible for working held claims and claim edits
Maintain productivity standards
Utilize ICD-10, and CPT 4 coding systems and materials
Maintain current knowledge through attending webinars and utilizing coding resources.
Medical Biller
Premier Physicians Center
Westlake, OH
03.2014 - 12.2014
Posting charges, reviewing medical records to ensure the correct code and modifier application, consulting with physicians and nurse practitioners in regards with missing information for coding and billing
Update patient demographic and insurance information, contacting insurance to follow up on claims status, eligibility, and appeal on denied claims
Work on aging reports, denials, billing reimbursement and adjustments, contact patient to discuss and resolve their accounts, answering phone about billing question and payments.
Medical Biller
Cardiovascular Medicine Assoc.
Middleburg Heights, OH
07.2013 - 03.2014
Post payments, reconcile electronic remittance and EFT payments, work on aging report, contacting insurance to follow-up on claims, appeal on denied claims and obtain accurate benefit information, submit immediate offset request forms for Medicare
CPT 4/ICD code application and answering phone billing questions.
Education
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE MAJOR IN HEALTHCARE ADMINISTRATION -
Indiana Wesleyan University
10.2021
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE MAJOR IN BUSINESS -
Indiana Wesleyan University
06.2019
MEDICAL BILLING AND CODING -
Polaris Career Center
12.2013
Skills
Epic
Aria
3M Coding Software
Codify
Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Power Point, Outlook)
Document Review
Certification
Certified Professional Coder (CPC) – AAPC
BPSS Teacher Permit License # 27326-25179
Awards
Appreciation Award – Team Player
Appreciation Award – Teamwork and Hard work
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Billing Coordinator
NYU Langone Health- Radiation Oncology
12.2022 - Current
Professional Fee Coder II
Cleveland Clinic – Neurological Institute
06.2016 - 07.2022
Professional Fee Coder I
Cleveland Clinic – Neurological Institute
01.2015 - 06.2016
Medical Biller
Premier Physicians Center
03.2014 - 12.2014
Medical Biller
Cardiovascular Medicine Assoc.
07.2013 - 03.2014
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE MAJOR IN HEALTHCARE ADMINISTRATION -
Indiana Wesleyan University
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE MAJOR IN BUSINESS -
Indiana Wesleyan University
MEDICAL BILLING AND CODING -
Polaris Career Center
Certified Professional Coder (CPC) – AAPC
BPSS Teacher Permit License # 27326-25179
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