Suvira Nerusu
Dunlap,Illinois
Summary
Deeply passionate about the healthcare sector, with a strong academic foundation in Biology and a Master's degree in Applied Statistics and Decision Analytics. After dedicating time as a homemaker to manage family responsibilities, now eager to re-enter the workforce through entry-level medical billing or coding roles. Committed to accuracy, compliance, and attention to detail, with a long-term goal of transitioning into a healthcare analytics role to leverage data-driven insights for improving patient care and operational efficiency.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Self-Directed Learning / Training
01.2024 - Current
- Studied medical billing and coding fundamentals including ICD-10-CM, CPT, HCPCS, insurance claim lifecycle, and EOB interpretation
- Practiced coding sample patient charts and clinical scenarios to ensure accuracy and compliance
- Gained familiarity with HIPAA guidelines, medical terminology, and healthcare documentation standards
- Reviewed common claim denials and learned corrective actions to improve claim acceptance.
Freelance / Remote (India)
08.2020 - 09.2021
- Enhanced student comprehension by delivering online tutoring in agriculture subjects.
- Clarified complex scientific concepts to improve student understanding and engagement.
- Developed and reviewed accurate study materials, assignments, and assessments meticulously.
- Managed student records and progress effectively using online educational platforms.
- Exhibited strong communication and organizational skills while ensuring confidentiality.
Career Break - Family Care
01.2016 - 01.2020
- Took time to focus on raising and managing household responsibilities, demonstrating strong organizational, time-management, and multitasking skills.
- Maintained commitment to personal and professional development, preparing to re-enter the workforce in the healthcare sector.
Education
Masters - Applied Statistics and Decision Analytics
Western Illinois University
Macomb, Illinois01.2024
Master of Science - Agronomy
HNBGU
Dehradun, India01.2019
Bachelor of Science - Agriculture
Annamalai University
Chidambaram, India01.2016
Skills
- Healthcare & Domain Knowledge
- Medical Terminology
- Healthcare Documentation & Record Management
- ICD-10, CPT, HCPCS Coding (self-study)
- HIPAA Compliance & Patient Confidentiality
- Insurance Claim Lifecycle & EOB
- Analytical & Data Skills
- Data Analysis & Interpretation
- Microsoft Excel
- Statistical Analysis (R, Python, Excel-based)
- Data Accuracy & Quality Assurance
- Reporting & Visualization
- Technical Skills
- Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Basic Database Knowledge / SQL
- Power BI / Tableau (Basic Knowledge of both the tools/Worked on tableau during Master’s)
Timeline
Self-Directed Learning / Training
01.2024 - Current
Freelance / Remote (India)
08.2020 - 09.2021
Career Break - Family Care
01.2016 - 01.2020
Master of Science - Agronomy
HNBGU
Bachelor of Science - Agriculture
Annamalai University
Masters - Applied Statistics and Decision Analytics
Western Illinois University