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Sandra Fontes

Canton

Summary

Certified Professional Coder, with deep understanding of medical coding, billing processes, and healthcare regulations. Adept at ensuring accuracy and compliance, contributing significantly to optimized revenue cycles. Strong focus on team collaboration and adaptability to changing needs. Trusted for reliability, thoroughness, and effective communication in fast-paced environments.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Medical Coding & Billing Intern

CommQuest
05.2025 - 06.2025
  • Verified insurance for patient charts and ensured correct CPT, ICD-10, and HCPCS coding.
  • Assisted in denial management, aging reports, and collections, improving claim turnaround times.
  • Gained practical experience in EMR/EHR systems, HIPPA compliance, and CMS-1500 form preparation.

Bookkeeping Assistant

Diva Brow
07.2015 - 09.2023
  • Assisted in timely invoicing for clients, ensuring prompt payments and positive cash flow.
  • Maintained strict confidentiality with sensitive financial information, upholding ethical standards in all professional interactions.
  • Reduced errors in financial records by conducting thorough audits and identifying discrepancies.

Childcare Teacher

Mckinley Early Childcare Center
06.2008 - 11.2010
  • Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
  • Increased student participation by implementing creative and interactive learning activities.
  • Supported diverse student needs through differentiated instruction strategies, ensuring academic success for all learners.

Data Entry Specialist

Universal Syndications
01.2003 - 03.2005
  • Maintained strict confidentiality of sensitive information, adhering to established guidelines and protocols.
  • Compiled data and reviewed information for accuracy prior to input.
  • Completed data entry tasks with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Contributed to team success by consistently meeting or exceeding performance targets in speed, accuracy, and output volume.

Education

Certificate of Technical Studies - Medical Insurance Billing & Coding

Canton City Adult Career & Technical Education
Canton
06-2025

Associate of Arts - Accounting

University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ
01-2009

Skills

  • ICD-10-CM, CPT, HCPCS coding
  • Medicare, Medicaid, Worker's Compensation
  • Insurance verification & denial management
  • HIPPA compliance
  • Excellent time management & communication
  • EMR/EHR systems & CMS-1500 forms
  • Data entry and management
  • Record assessment
  • Medical coding and abstracting

Certification

  • CPC - Certified Professional Coder, AAPC - July, 2025


  • CBCS - Certified Billing & Coding Specialist - June, 2025

Timeline

Medical Coding & Billing Intern

CommQuest
05.2025 - 06.2025

Bookkeeping Assistant

Diva Brow
07.2015 - 09.2023

Childcare Teacher

Mckinley Early Childcare Center
06.2008 - 11.2010

Data Entry Specialist

Universal Syndications
01.2003 - 03.2005

Certificate of Technical Studies - Medical Insurance Billing & Coding

Canton City Adult Career & Technical Education

Associate of Arts - Accounting

University of Phoenix

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