Polly Carter
Mountain Home,AR
Summary
Seeking a position where I can utilize my coding skills, with patient records, and background in medical coding and pharmaceuticals to accurately abstract and validate ICD-10-CM and CPT codes, maintain patient records, and assist a facility overall in their documentation and reimbursement process.
Experienced with interpreting and applying coding guidelines and regulations. Utilizes analytical skills to ensure accuracy in coding and compliance. Knowledge of ICD-10-CM, CPT coding, and medical terminology to support effective healthcare operations.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Professional Coder
North Arkansas Regional Medical Center
Mountain Home, AR
06.2022 - Current
- Assigned medical codes to patient records using ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS coding systems. Translate medical documentation from physicians into standardized codes. Supported compliance with regulations to facilitate insurance reimbursement processes.
- Correctly coded and billed medical claims for various hospital and nursing facilities.
- Reviewed and reconciled coding data for accuracy, ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations.
- Collaborate with healthcare providers to clarify documentation and improve coding precision.
- Utilized EMR systems to efficiently manage patient records and streamline coding processes.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS guidelines to ensure proper coding compliance.
- Maintained strict confidentiality by adhering to HIPAA guidelines and ensuring sensitive patient information was protected at all times.
- Managed high-volume workloads effectively by prioritizing tasks according to urgency and importance while maintaining strict attention to detail.
National Certified Pharmacy Technician
Genuine Care Pharmacy
Gassville, AR
06.2018 - 06.2022
- Filled and dispensed prescriptions daily with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
Substitute Teacher
Mountain Home Public Schools
Mountain Home, AR
05.2017 - 06.2018
- Implemented lesson plans provided by the absent teacher, ensuring continuity in curriculum delivery
Purchasing Associate
Baxter Regional Medical Center
Mountain Home, AR
04.2016 - 12.2017
- Responsible for purchasing, receiving, and maintaining appropriate stock levels for my organization, while monitoring usage and managing the cost of pharmaceuticals for the hospital. Conduct routine inventory and request new products based on organizational requirements. I strive to develop excellent business relationships with external pharmacy partners. I use extensive pharmacology knowledge to order a variety of medicines, as well as prepare invoices, complete financial reports based on my purchasing orders, and conduct audits. I am adept at using a personal computer to record purchasing history, as well as updating a database of all products on hand. I maintain a spreadsheet to make calculations on product amounts and cost. My every day and routine duties include selecting, receiving, and storing pharmaceuticals and related supplies. In all my tasks, I follow safety and privacy guidelines.
Lead Pharmacy Technician
Baxter Regional Medical Center
01.2006 - 04.2016
- Worked with hospital pharmacists and pharmacy director, assisting them in pharmacy operations by completing tasks such as mixing medicines and creating IV solutions. I provided guidance and instructions to other pharmacy technicians. I performed bookkeeping duties such as creating bills and medicine labels, and regularly use a computer to complete work-related tasks. I assisted in maintaining inventory and restocking. I worked directly with pharmacists/director whenever discrepancies are noted, working to resolve the discrepancy. Developed strong verbal and written communication skills assuming telephone answering and reception duties. I am courteous and concise when giving or taking information from vendors, suppliers, customers, and our partners.
Pharmacy Technician
Baxter Regional Medical Center
10.1994 - 01.2006
- Assisted health care providers and patients by greeting them in person and by phone; answering questions and requests; referring inquiries to the pharmacist and or pharmacy director. Maintained pharmacy inventory by checking pharmaceutical stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed medications and supplies; placing and expediting orders; verifying receipt; removing outdated drugs. Maintained a safe and clean pharmacy by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations. Protected patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols. Organized medications for pharmacist to dispense by reading medication orders and prescriptions; preparing labels; calculating quantities; assembling intravenous solutions and other pharmaceutical therapies. Maintained records by recording and filing physicians' orders and prescriptions. Generated revenues by calculating, recording, and issuing charges. Ensured medication availability by delivering medications to patients and departments. Prepared reports by collecting and summarizing information. Contributed to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
Education
Diploma -
Mountain Home High School
Mountain Home05-1989
Skills
- Outpatient clinic experience
- Inventory
- CMS
- ICD-10
- Pharmacology
- Billing
- Data Entry
- Medical Coding
- Office experience
- Computer literacy
- EClinicalWorks
- McKesson
- Compounding
- Communication skills
- Time Management
- TOXICOLOGY
- HIPAA compliance
- Pharmacy
- Microsoft Office
- Customer Service
- ICD-10 proficiency
- HIPAA compliance awareness
- Diagnostic coding accuracy
Certification
- Pharmacy Technician License
- Certified Coding Specialist
- Certified Professional Coder
- Medical Coding Certification
Languages
English
Timeline
Certified Professional Coder
North Arkansas Regional Medical Center
06.2022 - Current
National Certified Pharmacy Technician
Genuine Care Pharmacy
06.2018 - 06.2022
Substitute Teacher
Mountain Home Public Schools
05.2017 - 06.2018
Purchasing Associate
Baxter Regional Medical Center
04.2016 - 12.2017
Lead Pharmacy Technician
Baxter Regional Medical Center
01.2006 - 04.2016
Pharmacy Technician
Baxter Regional Medical Center
10.1994 - 01.2006
Diploma -
Mountain Home High School
Additional Information
- Authorized to work in the US for any employer
- SKILLS
- Outpatient Coding
- ICD-10, CPT, HCPCS
- CMS 1500 and UB-04 Claim Forms
- Healthcare Reimbursement
- Anatomy, Physiology, Pharmacology
- Knowledge of HIPAA and Patient Confidentiality
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Excellent Verbal / Written Communication
- Knowledge of Medical Terminology
- Medicare Reimbursement
- Skills & Abilities
- Valuable part of the team or works well independently
- Dedicated to meeting deadlines while ensuring customer service
- Strong Communication skills interacting with vendors, partner hospitals, and customers
- Responsible employee who keeps accurate records
- Vigilant purchasing associate who follows procedure and dictated by policy
- Strong computer skill Microsoft office, McKesson software, Cerner, Kronos, Arkansas State Government WEB IZ
- Willing to do what it takes to get the job done