Tanya Muckelrath
Summary
Certified Professional Coder with expertise in pro-fee coding from Summa Health Systems. Proven track record in reducing claim denials through meticulous documentation review and efficient claims processing. Strong communicator, adept at navigating electronic health records and fostering collaboration among team members. I will soon be credentialed in ICD-10 PCS coding, but the most valuable assets I bring to the table are my integrity, work ethic, and the ability to learn new concepts quickly.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Professional Coder
Summa Health Systems
06.2022 - Current
- Maintained strict confidentiality by adhering to HIPAA guidelines and ensuring sensitive patient information was protected at all times.
- Managed high-volume workloads effectively by prioritizing tasks according to urgency and importance while maintaining strict attention to detail.
- Conducted thorough research on complex cases, applying advanced knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, and pharmacology to accurately assign codes as needed.
- Served as a reliable resource for both clinical teams and administrative staff by offering expert advice on proper code selection based on diagnosis or treatment specifics provided in the documentation received.
- Reduced claim denials by attentively reviewing medical records and addressing discrepancies prior to submission.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on changing coding requirements and advances in healthcare technology.
- Verified signatures and checked medical charts for accuracy and completion.
- Utilized electronic medical record systems to store, retrieve and process patient data.
Remote Financial Projects Bookkeeper - Part Time
Stadia
11.2018 - 03.2020
- Maintained and processed invoices, deposits, and money logs for several individual entities simultaneously.
- Managed accounts payable and receivable activities, maintaining vendor relationships and positive cash flow.
- Generated detailed financial reports for management review, facilitating informed decision making.
- Assisted with budget preparation and monitoring, contributing to better expense control.
Constituent Services Representative
U.S. House of Representatives
11.2010 - 11.2012
- Managed all active duty & veteran casework as liaison between TriCare, V.A. hospitals and the soldiers.
- Responsible for all education-related cases, and issues involving pensions and all financial-related problems.
- Tact, poise, and patience offered in a difficult and often highly emotionally-charged work environment.
- Facilitated meetings between constituents and elected officials, promoting open dialogue on matters.
Education
Certified Professional Coder - Outpatient Coding
AAPC
01-2022
Certified Inpatient Coder - Inpatient Coding
AAPC
05-2025
Bachelor of Arts - Applied Communication
Kent State University
Kent, OH12-2010
Emergency Medical Technician - Emergency Medicine
Oklahoma City Community College
Oklahoma City, OK05-2019
Skills
- ICD-10/CPT coding proficiency
- Specialties: Radiation Oncology, Pain Management, Urgent Care, Weight Management, Behavioral Health, Internal Medicine
- E and M coding proficiency
- Claims processing efficiency - consistently 20-50% above daily expectations
- Electronic health records navigation
- Documentation review/extraction expertise
- HIPAA compliance awareness
- Continuing education commitment
- Denial management strategies
- Coding error resolution
- Knowledgeable in Microsoft 365 products
Timeline
Certified Professional Coder
Summa Health Systems
06.2022 - Current
Remote Financial Projects Bookkeeper - Part Time
Stadia
11.2018 - 03.2020
Constituent Services Representative
U.S. House of Representatives
11.2010 - 11.2012
Certified Professional Coder - Outpatient Coding
AAPC
Certified Inpatient Coder - Inpatient Coding
AAPC
Bachelor of Arts - Applied Communication
Kent State University
Emergency Medical Technician - Emergency Medicine
Oklahoma City Community College
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