Melinda Sabin
Springfield,OR
Summary
Dynamic and accomplished Certified Medical Coder with a proven track record at the University of Oregon, adept in medical claims coding and fostering positive relationships. Expertise in HIPAA compliance and coding error resolution, coupled with exceptional interpersonal skills, ensures optimal accuracy and efficiency in healthcare documentation and patient data management.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Medical Coder
University of Oregon
11.2013 - Current
- Maintained updated knowledge of coding requirements, through continuing education and certification renewal.
- Verified, coded and added modifiers to diagnoses.
- Reviewed, analyzed, and managed coding of diagnostic and treatment procedures contained in outpatient medical records.
- Utilized active listening, interpersonal, and telephone etiquette skills when communicating with others.
- Resourcefully used various coding books, procedure manuals, and on-line encoders.
- Interacted with physicians and other healthcare staff to ask questions regarding patient services.
- Applied official coding conventions and rules from American Medical Association and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services to assign diagnostic codes.
- Performed on-site coding audits to determine accuracy and compliance with coding guidelines.
- Monitored changes in coding regulations to provide recommendations for compliance.
- Generated reports to identify coding trends and discrepancies.
- Verified accuracy of patient information in medical records.
Daycare Director
Self-Employed
08.1999 - 11.2013
- Interviewed parents and children for enrollment.
- Resolved conflicts and administered corrective action to foster positive experience for children and staff.
- Brought center into full compliance with licensing and safety regulations for fire and disaster preparedness, Department of Public Health codes and USDA nutritional guidelines.
- Identified signs of potential emotional or developmental concerns in children and brought to parent or guardian attention.
- Managed program paperwork and child records to comply with state requirements.
- Attended approved training and continuing education courses to maintain certifications.
- Furnished facility with supplies, equipment, food and materials to foster social and cognitive development.
- Communicated with local and state government agencies to maintain compliance with all regulations.
- Engaged with parents and families to build positive relationships for children to thrive.
- Monitored and observed child progress, interactions and behavior and reported findings to parents.
- Resolved conflicts and administered corrective action to foster positive experience for children.
- Developed relationships with community organizations to provide additional resources and services to families.
- Operated under licensing guidelines to protect health, safety and well-being of children.
Medical Assistant/Front Desk/Medical Records Clerk
University of Oregon
01.1994 - 05.1999
- Processed medical records requests from outside providers according to facility, state, and federal law.
- Reviewed charts and flagged incomplete or inaccurate information.
- Printed and photocopied documents to provide patients with copies of medical records.
- Assisted in preparation of medical records to release to other medical facilities requesting for patient history and information.
- Maintained confidentiality of all medical records and sensitive information to comply with HIPAA regulations.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Coordinated patient scheduling, check-in, check-out and payments for billing.
- Scheduled appointments for doctor visits and procedures.
- Prepared patient charts by gathering and organizing medical records ahead of appointments.
- Provided prompt, polite and professional in-person and telephone customer service.
Memory Care Manager
Good Neighbor Memory Care
03.1992 - 01.1994
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
- Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
Education
No Degree - Human Physiology
University of Oregon
Eugene, ORNo Degree - Nursing
Roberts Wesleyan College
Rochester, NYNo Degree - ROTC
Rochester Institute of Technology
Rochester, NYSkills
- Medical claims coding
- Coding error resolution
- Medical terminology
- Insurance coding (ICD-10 and CPT)
- HIPAA compliance
- Coding appeals
- Clinical documentation
- Proficiency in Medicat
Certification
- Certified Professional Coder (CPC) - American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC).
Timeline
Certified Medical Coder
University of Oregon
11.2013 - Current
Daycare Director
Self-Employed
08.1999 - 11.2013
Medical Assistant/Front Desk/Medical Records Clerk
University of Oregon
01.1994 - 05.1999
Memory Care Manager
Good Neighbor Memory Care
03.1992 - 01.1994
- Certified Professional Coder (CPC) - American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC).
No Degree - Human Physiology
University of Oregon
No Degree - Nursing
Roberts Wesleyan College
No Degree - ROTC
Rochester Institute of Technology
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