Stephanie Ashrafi
Woodbury,MN
Summary
Healthcare professional with robust background in medical coding and healthcare compliance. Prepared to enhance operational efficiency and accuracy in coding practices. Recognized for collaborative teamwork and adaptability in dynamic environments. Proficient in ICD-10-CM, CPT coding, and maintaining confidentiality.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
2
2
Certification
Work History
Cardiac Rehab Nurse Specialist
M Health Fairview St. Joseph's Campus
St. Paul, MN
08.1996 - 03.2019
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare personnel to meet patients' personal, physical, psychological and cognitive needs.
- Documented patient information obtained from interviews concerning symptoms, medications and prior treatment.
- Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
Occupational Therapist
M Health Fairview St. Joseph's Campus
St. Paul , MN
08.1996 - 08.2004
- Performed assessments during treatment to determine progress according to goals.
- Customized standard plans to meet individual abilities and needs.
- Recommended equipment to use in-home to maximize opportunities for wellness.
- Evaluated patient conditions, histories and goals.
- Determined best treatment plans to meet objectives for school, work and home life.
Registered Nurse, Apheresis, Blood Collection
American Red Cross Blood Services
St. Paul , MN
01.1990 - 01.1995
- Collected whole blood from donors and white blood cells. platelets through apheresis
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Fairview Southdale Hospital
Edina, MN
01.1988 - 01.1990
- Performed emergency medical procedures such as BLS, ACLS and other condition stabilizing interventions.
- Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Monitored patient vital signs to perform thorough condition assessments.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare personnel to meet patients' personal, physical, psychological and cognitive needs.
Education
CCA, CPC - Medical Coding And Billing- 390 Hour Home Study
Career Step
Lehi, UT 09.2020 - 03.2021
Post Baccalaureate Certificate - Occupational Therapy
St. Catherine University
Saint Paul, MN12.1995
BSN - Nursing
Winona State University
Winona, MN05.1986
Skills
- Outpatient and Inpatient Coding
- ICD -10 CM, ICD-10-PCS
- CPT/HCPCS Level ll
- Health Information Management
- CMS1500 and UB-04 Claim Forms
- Healthcare Reimbursement
- Medical Terminology and Anatomy
- Pharmacology and Pathophysiology
- 3M Encoder/ 3M Reference Software
- Knowledge of HIPAA and Patient Confidentiality
- Detailed Knowledge of Coding Guidelines
- APC and MS-DRG Assignments
- Clinical Data Analysis and Abstraction
Affiliations
AAPC member
AHIMA member
Certification
CPC, CCA
- Certified Professional Coder
- Certified Coding Associate
Timeline
CCA, CPC - Medical Coding And Billing- 390 Hour Home Study
Career Step
09.2020 - 03.2021
Cardiac Rehab Nurse Specialist
M Health Fairview St. Joseph's Campus
08.1996 - 03.2019
Occupational Therapist
M Health Fairview St. Joseph's Campus
08.1996 - 08.2004
Registered Nurse, Apheresis, Blood Collection
American Red Cross Blood Services
01.1990 - 01.1995
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Fairview Southdale Hospital
01.1988 - 01.1990
CPC-A, CCA
- Certified Professional Coder
- Certified Coding Associate
Post Baccalaureate Certificate - Occupational Therapy
St. Catherine University
BSN - Nursing
Winona State University
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