Monica Villegas
El Paso,TX
Summary
Polished professional manages multiple tasks, utilizes electronic medical record systems, and provides excellent customer service to patients and staff. Adheres to medical records policies and procedures to comply with HIPAA regulations. Track record of effectively troubleshooting issues and maintaining patient confidentiality.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
HCC Coder
MoutainView Regional Hospital
01.2022 - Current
- Monitored changes in coding regulations to provide recommendations for compliance.
- Used classification manuals to gain additional knowledge of disease and diagnoses processes.
- Performed on-site coding audits to determine accuracy and compliance with coding guidelines.
- Developed and implemented new filing system for medical records to improve efficiency.
- Interacted with physicians and other healthcare staff to ask questions regarding patient services.
- Verified accuracy of patient information in medical records.
- Reviewed, analyzed, and managed coding of diagnostic and treatment procedures contained in outpatient medical records.
Scheduler
UMC Hospital
03.2021 - 12.2022
- Obtained payments from patients and scanned identification and insurance cards.
- Processed payments and managed financial records to facilitate proper billing and tracking of payment history.
- Coordinated with other departments to facilitate seamless operation and excellent patient care.
Abstractor/Coder
UMC Hospital
03.2017 - 02.2020
- Reviewed medical records for completeness and filed records in alphabetic and numeric order.
- Correctly coded and billed medical claims for various hospital and nursing facilities.
- Performed on-site coding audits to determine accuracy and compliance with coding guidelines.
- Trained and mentored junior coders to support growth and development amd apply high-quality coding practices.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Health Administration
Southwest University At El Paso
El Paso, TX02.2018
Associate of Science - Business Administration And Management
Southwest University At El Paso
El Paso, TX02.2016
Skills
- Reading Comprehension
- Diagnostic Codes
- Patient Data Compilation
- Records Management
- Medical Terminology
- Patient Data Identification
Certification
- CPC - Certified Professional Coder
Timeline
HCC Coder
MoutainView Regional Hospital
01.2022 - Current
Scheduler
UMC Hospital
03.2021 - 12.2022
Abstractor/Coder
UMC Hospital
03.2017 - 02.2020
Associate of Applied Science - Health Administration
Southwest University At El Paso
Associate of Science - Business Administration And Management
Southwest University At El Paso
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