trainee medical coder resume example with 2+ years of experience
JessicaClaire
, , 609 Johnson Ave., 49204, Tulsa, OK100 Montgomery St. 10th Floor
H: (555) 432-1000
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Summary
Motivated Medical Coding student seeking position in Medical Coding and Health Information Management to gain hands-on experience. Expertise in scanning and indexing medical records to correct chart. Bilingual individual with pleasant attitude and desire to help in any capacity. Outgoing and friendly with strong drive to succeed.
Skills
Patient Medical Records Maintenance
Attention to Detail
Time Management
Patient Data Coding
Interpersonal Communication
Problem-Solving
Kansas Vital Statistics
Medical History Recording
Medical Terminology
Patient Rights
Patient Data Identification
Multi-Cultural Back Grounds
CPSI
OBIX
3M
EMDs
Outlook
Teams
Protected Health Information
Medical Translation
Hospital Inpatient and Outpatient Records
Paperwork Processing
Medical Release of Information ROI
Doctor Communication
EMR Systems
ICD-10 Coding
Patient Health Information Access
Microsoft Excel
Records Scanning
Demographics Information
Electronic Filing System Organization
Experience
Trainee Medical Coder, 02/2022 - Current Mclaren Health Care – Cheboygan, MI,
Communicated with healthcare personnel, including practitioners to promote accuracy.
Assigned additional diagnosis codes based on specific clinical findings (laboratory, radiology and, pathology reports as well as clinical studies) in support of existing diagnoses.
Maintained updated knowledge of coding requirements, which included continuing education.
Added modifiers as appropriate, coded narrative diagnoses and verified diagnoses.
Read through patient health data, histories, physician diagnoses and treatments to gain understanding for coding purposes.
Maintained current working knowledge of CPT and ICD-10 coding principles, government regulation, protocols and third-party billing requirements.
Reconciled clinical notes, patient forms and health information for compliance with HIPAA rules.
Quickly responded to staff and client inquiries regarding CPT codes.
Acted as liaison between business department, billers and third party payers in resolving billing and reimbursement accuracy.
Interpreted medical terminology and pharmacological information to translate information into coding system.
Reviewed account information to confirm patient and insurance information is accurate and complete.
Maintained high accuracy rate on daily production of Emergency Department and Ancillary Coding.
Safeguarded medical records to maintain patient confidentiality.
Compiled and coded patient data using standard classification systems.
Determined and implemented techniques to improve medical records retrieval process.
Located and retrieved files, assisting public with general information.
Transmitted information or documents to customers through email, mailings or facsimile machine.
Released information to persons or agencies according to regulations.
Entered patient insurance, demographic and health information into software and confirmed records.
Proofread documents carefully to check accuracy and completeness of all paperwork.
Handled incoming calls and directed callers to appropriate department or employee.
Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
Processed patient admission and discharge documents.
Pulled patient records and transferred information to appropriate parties.
Answered questions and fulfilled requests with friendly and knowledgeable service.
Streamlined day-to-day office processes to meet long-term goals.
Assigned patients to diagnosis-related groups using appropriate computer software.
HIM Technician, 03/2021 - 02/2022 Legacy Health System – Camas, WA,
Protected medical information against unauthorized access, loss or corruption by consistently following security protocols.
Met needs of physicians and other treating team members with timely retrievals of patient medical records.
Drafted statistical reports related to diseases treated, surgeries performed and hospital bed occupancy
Understood and followed oral and written directions.
Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
Interview parents to obtain accurate demographic information to complete a Official birth certificate.
Maintained at least 99.1% of Birth Certificates with the State of Kansas within 5 days of birth
Professionally scanned in the appropriate documents into the legal medical record.
Answered phones for HIM Department and transfer calls to appropriated personnel.
Medical Records releases weekly.
Responsible for model updates, training and services.
Patient Access Representative, 06/2020 - 02/2021 Kearny County Hospital – City, STATE,
Communicated financial obligations to patients and collected fees at time of service.
Obtained necessary signatures for privacy laws and consent for treatment.
Applied knowledge of payer requirements and utilized on-line eligibility systems to verify patient coverage and policy limitations.
Applied HIPAA privacy and security regulations while handling patient information.
Updated reference materials with Medicare, Medicaid and third-party payer requirements, guidelines, policies and list of accepted insurance plans.
Verified demographics and insurance information to register patients in computer system.
Organized and maintained records by updating and obtaining both personal and financial information from patients.
Processed patient responsibility estimate determined by insurance at pre-registration.
Checked stock to determine inventory level and placed orders for needed supplies.
Explained various admission forms and policies, acquiring signatures for consent.
Registered patients by completing face-to-face interviews to obtain demographic, insurance and medical information.
Assembled registration paperwork and placed identification bands on patient.
Received patient inquiries or complaints and directed to appropriate medical staff members.
Reviewed eligibility responses to assess patient benefit level and prepare estimates.
Explained policies, procedures and services to patients.
Drafted educational brochures and informative newsletters for patients and staff.
Cultivated positive relationships with patients to help facility meet satisfaction scores and patients obtain best possible care.
Compiled information from patients and caregivers or family members to identify care concerns.
Instructed patients on policies and required actions for different types of appointments and procedures.
Verified patients' insurance and payment methods during admissions or check-in processes.
Completed registration procedures for patients, expertly inputting information to meet provider, facility and legal requirements.
Screened patients for eligibility for state, local and federal assistance programs.
Counseled patients on potential financial liabilities and payment requirements.
Reported liabilities and risk management concerns to supervisor for review.
Stayed current on community-based resources and services useful to patients.
Collaborated with clinical and administrative staff to meet patient needs.
Obtained informed consent and payment documentation from patients and filed in system.
Education and Training
High School Diploma: , Expected in 05/2020 - Lakin High School - Lakin, KS GPA: Status -
: , Expected in - Seward County Community College - Liberal, KS GPA: Status -
: , Expected in - Hutchinson Community College - Hutchinson, KS GPA: Status -
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