Tonya Cansler
RHIT
Corryton,TN
Summary
Organized and dependable Registered Health Information Technician/Coder successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Experience in Outpatient Coding with over 10 years experience and look forward to finding new opportunities to work in the medical coding field.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Health Information Technician /Outpatient Coder
East Tennessee Children's Hospital
10.2015 - Current
- Applied official coding conventions and rules from American Medical Association and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services to assign diagnostic codes.
- Resourcefully used various coding books, procedure manuals, and on-line encoders.
- Communicated with insurance companies to research and resolved coding discrepancies.
- Reviewed, analyzed, and managed coding of diagnostic and treatment procedures contained in outpatient medical records.
- Reviewed outpatient records and interpreted documentation to identify diagnoses and procedures.
- Performed on-site coding audits to determine accuracy and compliance with coding guidelines.
- Verified signatures and checked medical charts for accuracy and completion.
- Utilized electronic medical record systems to store, retrieve and process patient data.
- Maintained accuracy, completeness, and security for medical records and health information.
ROI Specialist
CIOX, INC (Formerly Healthport @Summit Medical
03.2014 - 10.2015
- Maintained patient records in compliance with security regulations.
- Processed medical records requests from outside providers according to facility, state, and federal law.
- Assisted in preparation of medical records to release to other medical facilities requesting for patient history and information.
- Supported medical staff by providing organized and accurate medical records.
- Maintained confidentiality of all medical records and sensitive information to comply with HIPAA regulations.
- Scanned medical records in digital format for easy retrieval and accessibility.
Emergency Department /Outpatient Coder
TeamHealth
04.2013 - 06.2014
- Applied official coding conventions and rules from American Medical Association and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services to assign diagnostic codes.
- Resourcefully used various coding books, procedure manuals, and on-line encoders.
- Communicated with insurance companies to research and resolved coding discrepancies.
- Reviewed, analyzed, and managed coding of diagnostic and treatment procedures contained in outpatient medical records.
- Reviewed outpatient records and interpreted documentation to identify diagnoses and procedures.
- Correctly coded and billed medical claims for various hospital and nursing facilities.
Administrative Assistant to the Hiring Manager
Answer Financial
01.2013 - 03.2014
- Performed accounting activities by preparing expense reports, purchase orders and invoices.
- Managed executive calendars to strategically coordinate meetings and appointments.
- Monitored office supplies to order and replenish stock when necessary.
- Answered multiple console telephone system to direct calls to appropriate personnel.
- Used Microsoft Excel to track expense claims and prepare expense reports for management.
- Identified opportunities to streamline processes and improve office operations and efficiency.
Outpatient/Inpatient Coder Internship
KIWI-TEK
08.2011 - 12.2012
- Applied official coding conventions and rules from American Medical Association and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services to assign diagnostic codes.
- Resourcefully used various coding books, procedure manuals, and on-line encoders.
- Communicated with insurance companies to research and resolved coding discrepancies.
- Reviewed, analyzed, and managed coding of diagnostic and treatment procedures contained in outpatient medical records.
Education
Associate of Science - Health Information Technology/Management
Rasmussen University
Altamonte Springs, FL 3271409.2015
Associate of Science - Information Technology
Fountainhead College of Technology
Knoxville, TN05.2013
Skills
- ICD-10 (International Classification of Disease Systems)
- Procedural Codes
- 3M Encoder
- CPT Codes/Modifiers
- ICD-10 Requirements
- Billing and Coding
Accomplishments
- Achieved the RHIT credential by completing the exam with accuracy and efficiency.
Affiliations
American Health Information Management Association
American Association of Professional Coders
Certification
- RHIT - Registered Health Information Technician
- CCS-P - Certified Coding Specialist - Physician - Based
Timeline
Registered Health Information Technician /Outpatient Coder
East Tennessee Children's Hospital
10.2015 - Current
ROI Specialist
CIOX, INC (Formerly Healthport @Summit Medical
03.2014 - 10.2015
Emergency Department /Outpatient Coder
TeamHealth
04.2013 - 06.2014
Administrative Assistant to the Hiring Manager
Answer Financial
01.2013 - 03.2014
Outpatient/Inpatient Coder Internship
KIWI-TEK
08.2011 - 12.2012
Associate of Science - Health Information Technology/Management
Rasmussen University
Associate of Science - Information Technology
Fountainhead College of Technology
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