Vipra Patel
Certified Professional Coder
Gastonia,NC
Summary
Hardworking professional applies official coding conventions and rules established by American Medical Association and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. Confident Medical Coder adheres to data confidentiality and privacy rules in all workflows and promotes dynamic interpersonal skills. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Certified Medical Coder
Judge Group
Wayne, PA
01.2023 - Current
- Maintain 95% of coding both accuracy and completeness for medical records and health information.
- Researched and resolved medical record discrepancies.
- Knowledge of HIPPA laws and regulations.
- Translate Medical terminology into coding software.
- Ability to work in Team.
- Improved accuracy of medical coding by thoroughly reviewing patient records and assigning correct codes for diagnoses and procedures.
- Maintained compliance with industry regulations by staying up-to-date on the latest changes in medical coding guidelines and conventions.
- Aided in reducing backlogs of incomplete charts or unassigned codes through focused efforts during periods of high volume or staffing shortages.
- Enhanced team productivity through the implementation of time-saving process improvements that led to increased efficiencies in medical coding workflow.
- Maintained updated knowledge of coding requirements, through continuing education and certification renewal.
- Reviewed outpatient records and interpreted documentation to identify diagnoses and procedures.
- Verified signatures and checked medical charts for accuracy and completion.
- Coded APV charts at rate of 8 per hour.
- Correctly coded and billed medical claims for various hospital and nursing facilities.
- Reviewed patient charts to better understand health histories, diagnoses, and treatments.
- 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.
- Utilized advanced knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology to accurately assign codes for complex or rare diagnoses and procedures.
- Supported continuous improvement initiatives within the coding department by actively participating in team meetings, trainings, and sharing best practices with colleagues.
- Reviewed medical records for completeness and filed records in alphabetic and numeric order.
Manager
Dhristi Inc
09.2017 - 12.2022
- Business forecasting.
- Paper reconciliation.
- Customer service management.
- Record keeping using office software including microsoft Office and Excel.
- Merchandise stocking and tracking.
- Achieved departmental goals by developing and executing strategic plans and performance metrics.
- Launched new products and services with thorough market research, leading to increased revenue growth.
- Developed a strong company culture focused on employee engagement, collaboration, and continuous learning opportunities.
- Conducted competitive analysis to identify market trends and capitalize on emerging opportunities for growth.
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
Manager
Shri Kedarnath Inc
Cherryville, NC
07.2014 - 08.2017
- Increased store profitability by implementing cost-saving measures and efficient inventory management strategies.
- Improved customer satisfaction through staff training in customer service and product knowledge.
- Maximized sales by creating innovative visual merchandising displays and store layouts.
- Developed a successful employee retention plan, reducing staff turnover rates significantly.
- Streamlined purchasing processes, negotiating with vendors for better prices and payment terms.
- Implemented a loyalty program that boosted repeat business and increased overall sales revenue.
- Addressed customer complaints promptly and professionally, resolving issues to maintain positive relationships with clientele.
- Organized special events such as seasonal sales promotions to drive foot traffic into the store and increase sales opportunities.
- Managed financial aspects of store operations, including budget planning, expense tracking, and accurate record-keeping to maintain fiscal responsibility.
- Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
- Assisted with hiring, training and mentoring new staff members.
- Reconciled daily sales transactions to balance and log day-to-day revenue.
- Supervised guests at front counter, answering questions regarding products.
- Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.
Education
CPC (CERTIFIED PROFESSIONAL CODER) - Medical
UNC Continuing Education
Charlotte, NC 01.2022 - 12.2022
CRA (CLINICAL RESURCH ASSOCIATE) PC TECH - Clinical Research
PcTech
Jersey City, NJ 12.2007 - 07.2009
LABORATORY TECHNICIAN (MEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNICIAN) - Laboratory
Gujarat Institute of Technical Education
Vadodara, INDIA 02.2006 - 06.2007
Bachelor of Science - Zoology
M.S University
Vadodara, Gujarat , INDIA04.2005
High School Diploma -
S M College
Bhagalpur, Bihar, India03.2002
Skills
- Coding Error Resolution
- Patient Data Compilation
- Data Security Procedures
- Critical Thinking Abilities
- Medical Claims Coding
Certification
CPC. Completed on AUGUST 2022.
CRA. Completed on June 2009.
Laboratory Technician. Completed on June 2007.
Timeline
Certified Medical Coder
Judge Group
01.2023 - Current
CPC (CERTIFIED PROFESSIONAL CODER) - Medical
UNC Continuing Education
01.2022 - 12.2022
Manager
Dhristi Inc
09.2017 - 12.2022
Manager
Shri Kedarnath Inc
07.2014 - 08.2017
CRA (CLINICAL RESURCH ASSOCIATE) PC TECH - Clinical Research
PcTech
12.2007 - 07.2009
LABORATORY TECHNICIAN (MEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNICIAN) - Laboratory
Gujarat Institute of Technical Education
02.2006 - 06.2007
CPC-A. Completed on AUGUST 2022.( In process of Apprentice Removal.)
CRA. Completed on June 2009.
Laboratory Technician. Completed on June 2007.
Bachelor of Science - Zoology
M.S University
High School Diploma -
S M College
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