Competent certified professional coder with two years of experience in handling a variety of medical coding and billing tasks. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Coordinates with insurance companies and expedites claims processes. Expertise in accurately inputting procedure and diagnosis codes into billing software to generate invoices.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Medical Coder - Full-Time/40hrs
North Spring Behavioral Healthcare
09.2022 - Current
Streamlined billing processes by effectively collaborating with healthcare providers, insurance companies, and patients to resolve any discrepancies or issues.
Enhanced revenue cycle management by identifying under-coded services and submitting accurate claims for reimbursement.
Ensured data integrity by meticulously auditing coded data, verifying its accuracy, and making necessary adjustments as needed.
Reduced claim denials by consistently applying knowledge of payer-specific coding requirements while preparing claims for submission.
Facilitated timely reimbursements through diligent follow-up on outstanding claims and effective communication with insurance representatives.
Aided in reducing backlogs of incomplete charts or unassigned codes through focused efforts during periods of high volume or staffing shortages.
Protected patient confidentiality by adhering strictly to HIPAA regulations when handling sensitive information related to medical records, treatments, and diagnoses.
Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development by participating in relevant industry conferences, workshops, and webinars to stay current with emerging trends in medical coding best practices.
Maintained updated knowledge of coding requirements, through continuing education and certification renewal.
Reviewed outpatient records and interpreted documentation to identify diagnoses and procedures.
Applied official coding conventions and rules from American Medical Association and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services to assign diagnostic codes.
Reviewed, analyzed, and managed coding of diagnostic and treatment procedures contained in outpatient medical records.
Improved accuracy of medical coding by thoroughly reviewing patient records and assigning correct codes for diagnoses and procedures.
Maintained compliance with industry regulations by staying up-to-date on the latest changes in medical coding guidelines and conventions.
Certified Sterile Processing Technician-Full Time
Summerlin Medical Center
08.2019 - 07.2020
Improved patient safety by ensuring all surgical instruments were properly sterilized and assembled.
Maintained a clean and organized work environment for efficient processing of medical equipment.
Reduced the risk of infection by strictly adhering to established guidelines for decontamination procedures.
Enhanced department efficiency with thorough inspection and functionality testing of surgical instruments.
Increased compliance with industry standards through meticulous documentation of all sterilization processes.
Fostered effective communication within the team, contributing to a seamless workflow between departments involved in patient care.
Provided exceptional service to healthcare providers by promptly responding to requests for additional instrumentation or supplies during surgery.
Assured instrument availability by managing inventory and promptly restocking supplies as needed.
Collaborated with the surgical team, providing timely delivery of sterile equipment during surgeries.
Education
Some College (No Degree) -
Medical Coding Academy
Texas
Skills
Patient Data Compilation
Insurance Claims Analysis
Medical Claims Coding
HIPAA Compliance Awareness
Clinical Documentation Review
Diagnostic Coding Accuracy
CPT Coding Knowledge
ICD-10 Proficiency
Certified Professional Coder
Data Entry Speed
Time Management Aptitude
Auditing and Quality Assurance
Affiliations
America Academy of Professional Coders - AAPC
Certification
CPC - Certified Professional Coder
Timeline
Certified Medical Coder - Full-Time/40hrs
North Spring Behavioral Healthcare
09.2022 - Current
Certified Sterile Processing Technician-Full Time
Summerlin Medical Center
08.2019 - 07.2020
Some College (No Degree) -
Medical Coding Academy
CPC - Certified Professional Coder
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