Paul Zapata
Modesto,CA
Summary
Proven Medical Biller and Coder at Yosemite Pathology Medical Group, adept in data security and problem-solving, significantly reduced claim denials by ensuring accurate patient eligibility verification. Expertise in medical claims coding and records management led to optimal insurance reimbursements through precise ICD-10 assignments, enhancing revenue integrity.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Biller and Coder
Yosemite Pathology Medical Group
Modesto, CA
05.2021 - 09.2024
- Correctly coded and billed medical claims for various hospital and nursing facilities.
- Reduced claim denials through meticulous verification of patient eligibility and coverage benefits prior to claim submission.
- Worked closely with physicians to accurately assign ICD-10 diagnostic codes for optimal reimbursement rates from insurance companies.
- Processed insurance company denials by auditing patient files, researching procedures, and diagnostic codes to determine proper reimbursement.
Education
High School Diploma -
Denair Charter Academy
Denair, CA2014
Skills
Data security procedures
Patient data compilation
Records management
Medical claims coding
Problem-Solving
Timeline
Medical Biller and Coder
Yosemite Pathology Medical Group
05.2021 - 09.2024
High School Diploma -
Denair Charter Academy