Certified Medical Coder Resume Example Northeast Georgia Health System Inc.

Work History

03/2016 to CurrentCertified Medical CoderNortheast Georgia Health System Inc. | Gainesville, GA

Reviewed patient charts to better understand health histories, diagnoses and treatments.
Reviewed, analyzed and managed coding of diagnostic and treatment procedures contained in outpatient medical records.
Accurately selected proper descriptive code when more than one anatomical location was indicated.
Resourcefully used various coding books, procedure manuals and on-line encoders.
Used Epic and Encoder to input information into computerized patient record system.
Interacted with physicians and other healthcare staff to ask questions regarding patient services.
Performed coding procedures for emergency room and outpatient services.
Applied official coding conventions and rules from American Medical Association and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services to assign diagnostic codes.
Used Encoder to assign procedure and diagnostic codes to patient records for billing purposes.
Verified signatures and checked medical charts for accuracy and completion.
Reviewed outpatient records and interpreted documentation to identify all diagnoses and procedures.

06/2013 to 03/2016Charge Capture SpecialistNortheast Georgia Health System Inc. | Gainesville, GA

Worked with clinical departments to maintain complete, accurate and compliant charge capture functions.
Corrected any data entry error to prevent later issues such as duplication or data degradation.
Identify infusion, injection and transfusion charges per existing CPT hierarchy guidelines for ED and outpatient/bedded outpatient services.
Calculated ED Evaluation and Managment (E&M) level.
Enter charges, quantities and modifiers, when indicated, within 72 hrs of the patient's discharge.
Maintained greater thank 97% completion rate of charges in less than 72 hours.

06/2005 to 06/2013Unit SecretaryNortheast Georgia Health System Inc. | Gainesville, GA

Completed skilled administrative work to support all office staff and operational requirements.
Organized paperwork such as charts and reports for S5E/Outpt Infusion/Chemo and patient needs.
Maintained current and accurate medical records for patients.
Documented patient medical information, case histories and insurance details to facilitate smooth appointments and payment processing.
Managed master calendar and scheduled appointments based on optimal patient loads and clinician availability.
Developed training protocols for new unit secretaries.
Executed administrative duties to facilitate unit tasks and meet team goals.
Facilitated lab orders and medication administration.
Managed incoming calls and directed to appropriate department.
Maintained rapport with all unit staff, including physicians, nurse and other healthcare personnel.
Provided information for patient admissions and discharges to foster timely processing.
Monitored inventory levels and advised management of need for replenishment.
Processed lab paperwork and requests according to physicians' orders.
Organized patient files and streamlined operations to improve efficiency.
Coordinated front office duties, including customer service, patient scheduling.
Located, checked in and pulled medical records for patient appointments and incomplete charts.
Frequently double-checked patient histories and current information while scheduling follow-ups and other appointments.
Carried out front office duties utilizing data entry skills in framework of medical database.

08/2004 to 06/2005Patient Care TechnicianNortheast Georgia Health System Inc. | Gainesville, GA

Supported patient admissions, discharges and transfers to promote team efficiency.
Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity and bathing bedbound individuals.
Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
Interacted effectively with patients, families, staff and other hospital department staff to deliver high level of customer service and teamwork.
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
Assisted in providing patients with nutritional needs by transporting food trays and aiding with feeding.
Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
Attended to patient and family's immediate needs and concerns by acknowledging and providing required attention.
Documented observations and baseline measurements in medical records.
Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs and offered qualified support.
Organized and maintained general supply storage areas.
Organized and replenished unit supplies to maintain team readiness for expected demands.

Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

Northeast Georgia Health System Inc.

School Attended

Commerce High School
America Health Information Management Association

Job Titles Held:

Certified Medical Coder
Charge Capture Specialist
Unit Secretary
Patient Care Technician

Degrees

06/1993 High School Diploma
Certification | Coding

Certified Medical Coder Resume Example

Resume Score: 80%

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