Naomi Diederick | LPN, CPC-A, CBCS
Elyria,OH
Summary
Dedicated healthcare professional with 10+ years of experience in clinical and administrative settings, recently trained in medical billing and coding. Skilled in health information management, medical data abstraction, ICD-10-CM, CPT, HCPCS, and reimbursement methods. Strong background in patient care, regulatory compliance, and maintaining accurate documentation. Recognized for reliability, attention to detail, and effective communication that supports both patient satisfaction and organizational efficiency. Seeking to leverage extensive healthcare experience and coding expertise in a Medical Records Assistant role with opportunities for growth and development.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
HCC Coder
Optum
08.2025 - Current
- Experienced in abstracting and assigning diagnosis codes from medical records in compliance with CMS and organizational guidelines. Skilled in conducting documentation audits to ensure accuracy, reduce claim denials, and support optimal reimbursement. Proficient in utilizing electronic medical record (EMR) systems to manage, process, and safeguard patient health information with accuracy and confidentiality.
Charge Nurse
Life Care Centers of America
08.2024 - Current
- Provides direct patient care, including administering medications, monitoring health conditions, and documenting assessments. Utilized critical thinking to support clinical decisions, delegated tasks to optimize workflow, and ensured accurate communication with physicians. Promoted patient independence through education and maintained confidentiality in all records and care processes.
Charge Nurse
Oneill Healthcare
08.2020 - 08.2024
- Provided direct patient care, including assessing vitals, medication administration, managing complex wounds, and maintaining accurate medical records. Collaborated with healthcare teams, mentored new staff, supported patient and family communication, and coordinated transfers and discharges to ensure high-quality, patient-centered care.
Clinic Nurse
Dermatology Partners
08.2019 - 08.2020
- Responsibilities include preparing patients for exams and procedures, assisting with skin biopsies, wound care, and documentation. In Mohs surgery, duties involve setting up sterile fields, assisting the surgeon during the procedure, and providing post-operative care and instruction managing patients recovering from surgical procedures.
Education
Medical Billing And Coding Specialist
Polaris Career Center
Middleburg Heights, OH06-2025
Licensed Practical Nurse
Hondros College of Nursing
Independence, OH07-2017
Skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, Teams, and Excel
- Maintained accurate and confidential patient records in compliance with HIPAA and facility policies
- CPT, ICD10, HCPCS medical coding
- Reimbursement Methodology
- Electronic Health Records (EHR) Systems (Epic, PCC, SimChart, MedTrak simulator)
- Medical terminology, A&P, and Pathology
- Patient Documentation & Charting
- Attention to detail
- HIPAA Compliance & Patient Confidentiality
Certification
- Licensed Practical Nurse, active and in good standing
- BLS CPR/AED
- HIPPA
- CPC-A (Certified Professional Coder)
- CBCS (Certified Billing Coding Specialist)
- Medicare Fraud & Abuse: Prevent, Detect, Report
- Combating Medicare Parts C & D Fraud, Waste, & Abuse
Leadership
Developed strong leadership abilities, supervising as a charge nurse responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the unit, ensuring quality patient care, managing staff, and handling administrative duties. Provided mentorship to newly hired nurses, ensuring they adapted to facility policies and best practices in patient care.
Timeline
HCC Coder
Optum
08.2025 - Current
Charge Nurse
Life Care Centers of America
08.2024 - Current
Charge Nurse
Oneill Healthcare
08.2020 - 08.2024
Clinic Nurse
Dermatology Partners
08.2019 - 08.2020
Medical Billing And Coding Specialist
Polaris Career Center
Licensed Practical Nurse
Hondros College of Nursing