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Starla Owens-See

Houston,TX

Summary

Dedicated healthcare professional with experience at MD Anderson Cancer Center Hospital, adept in medical coding and compassionate caregiving. Excelled in optimizing revenue cycle management through accurate diagnostic coding and enhancing patient comfort with attentive care. Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and improve medical record accuracy, showcasing a blend of technical proficiency and emotional support skills.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Home Care Provider

Citizens Home Health
12.2021 - Current
  • Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
  • Assisted patients with personal requirements for housekeeping and grooming assistance.
  • Transported clients for medical and personal outings.
  • Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care tailored to individual needs.

Sr. Clinical Coding Specialist

MD Anderson Cancer Center Hospital
11.2015 - 10.2024
  • Managed high volumes of medical records efficiently while maintaining strict attention to detail during the coding process.
  • Resourcefully used various coding books, procedure manuals, and on-line encoders.
  • Optimized revenue cycle management by accurately assigning codes for diagnoses and procedures according to established guidelines.
  • Ensured accuracy in coding through regular audits, identifying discrepancies and areas for improvement.
  • Maintained strict confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations, ensuring secure storage and handling of sensitive patient information.
  • Collaborated with healthcare providers to clarify documentation, enhancing the accuracy of medical records.
  • Maintained accuracy, completeness, and security for medical records and health information.
  • Applied official coding conventions and rules from American Medical Association and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services to assign diagnostic codes.

Education

Master of Arts - Counseling

Prairie View A&M University
Prairie View, TX
08-1997

Bachelor of Science - Health Information Management

Texas Southern University
Houston, TX
08-1992

Skills

  • Compassionate caregiving
  • Patient care
  • Meal preparation
  • Housekeeping
  • Patient transportation
  • Emotional support

Certification

Registered Health Information Management Administrator

Timeline

Home Care Provider

Citizens Home Health
12.2021 - Current

Sr. Clinical Coding Specialist

MD Anderson Cancer Center Hospital
11.2015 - 10.2024

Master of Arts - Counseling

Prairie View A&M University

Bachelor of Science - Health Information Management

Texas Southern University

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