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Get Experience as a Newly Certified Coder
I do a lot of mentoring and networking. And as a result, I hear from newly certified coders, who have their CPC-A who are having trouble finding a job because most openings are looking for people who have experience. It feels like a Catch-22 because a new coder can’t get experience to have experience for […]
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CPC outpatient coder 3 yr experience looking for job in NW region or remote position
EMail:[email protected]
Objective
Looking for a position where my coding, technology, and organizational skills can be used to help a company to reach their goals.
Education
Certified Professional Coder Certification
AAPC-CPC Aug 2016
CPT, ICD-9, ICD-10, HCPCs
Accounting Assistant AAS-Bookkeeping Emphasis Technical Certificate May 2013
North Idaho College. Coeur d’Alene, Idaho.
Associate of Science. General Studies. May 2009
North Idaho College. Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. 3.5 G.P.A.
Coding Skills
Knowledge of CPT, ICD 10, and HCPCs coding
Skilled in outpatient/ER coding
Knowledge of coding and billing guidelines
Developed abilities to decipher and analyze source documents
Knowledge of the CMS 1500 form
Very sound knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology
Technology Skills
Efficient in Meditech, 3M Coder, Greenway Primesuite
Developed skills with 10-Key and type 50 wpm
Efficient in Microsoft Office programs
Operated scanners and various office equipment
Communication and Organizational Skills
Detail-oriented
Proven ability to multi-task
Proven strong work ethic
Developed interpersonal communication skills
Organized a company’s filing system manually and electronically
Distributed documents to appropriate providers
Proven abilities for verbal and written communication
Employment
July 2016 – Dec 2018 Western Medical Associates
Coeur d’Alene, Idaho
Medical Coder
Jan 2002-July 2016, Health Care for Women
Coeur d’Alene, Idaho
Administrative Assistant
Certified Medical Coder with 5 years of experience – Miami Area
Throughout my career, I have demonstrated the following key qualifications:
Knowledge of insurance guidelines including HMO/PPO, Medicare, Medicaid, and other payer requirements and systems.
Specialty coding experience in OBGYN, Surgical Assistants and Anesthesia (Main OR, General Surgery, ASC)
Problem-solving skills to research and resolve discrepancies, claim edits, denials, appeals, and collections
Proficient in official coding guidelines, ICD-10CM, CPT-4 and HCPCS
Ability to learn new tasks and concepts
Flexible, detail and quality-oriented, with the ability to work independently and adapt well to change
Self-drive to meet and exceed productivity goals.
Average of 95% accuracy rate (Semi-annual audits)
Dedication to meet Companys Compliance Directives
I believe I will prove an asset to your Company as I feel confident my experience and background will be a great addition to your winning team.
Should you require any further information please do not hesitate to contact me.
Top 10 Pet Peeves of a Medical Coder
Pet peeves are minor annoyances that cause major irritation. Here’s my top 10 list of a coder’s pet peeves. Unclear or illegible clinical documentation. Medical coders want to select the correct diagnosis codes, properly linked to treatment procedures and services. They do not like to abstract coding information from a checklist of symptoms (superbill), without details […]
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CPC-A looking for a job in the Waco, Texas area or a remote coder position!
Please send me an email to [email protected] and I will send you a copy of my resume.
Thank You,
Candice Guerra
Medical Coder – HCC, Outpatient, E/M – 3 Years total Experience
Looking for position of coder in Saint Louis – MO/ CPC-A, CRC
I am newly certified CPC-A, CRC looking for my first medical coding or billing position. I would also accept a position as a medical receptionist/registrar/front office in the hopes of gaining experience. Please take a look at my attached resume!
12 year experienced medical coder/ manager
49 SOUTH GREEN STREET
APT B
TUPELO, MS 38804
CELL. 731-439-6228
[email protected]
Objective: I am currently in the process of relocating to the South Florida area within the next 6 months. I have had the opportunity to gain knowledge in coding, billing, and collections over the past 12 years in the medical field as well as earning the Management position, in 3 offices with over 80 patients every day. I have had the opportunity to work side by side with a Podiatrist for the past 10 years where I began as his Assistant. We make a great team and have gone above and beyond to make sure his needs as well as our patients’ needs are taken care of to the greatest degree. I am scheduled to take the CPC Certification on March 30, 2019. I have obtained many skills over the years. I have the mindset of hard work brings success. If I am unsure of how to accomplish a goal, I will roll up my sleeves until the problem is solved. I am also willing to travel to advance my knowledge in the field and also to promote clientele. I would like obtain a position where I can utilize my skills in a challenging environment, thus achieving a high degree of work efficiency.
Skills/Qualification:
Charge Entry, payment posting, denials, appeals, referrals, Accounts Receivable, HIPPA compliance, Medical Charts, Basic A&P, Healthcare Setting, Medical Billing, Medical Administrative, Patient Registration, Collections, CPT Coding, ICD 9-10, CMS- 1500 CLAIM FORM, Superbill, Medicare/Medicaid Government Payers, Commercial Payers, DME Billing, Diabetic Shoes Billing/ Documentation, Handling Mail and Payments for Physician, Third Party Payers, Multi-tasking, Flexibility, Telephone Skills, Customer Service, Time Management, Organization, Attention to Detail, Scheduling, Word Processing, Professionalism, Quality Focus
Highlights of Qualifications:
10 years Experienced medical assistant for Podiatrist .12 years of experience in collections, aging reports, receptionist, along with all of the following skills, with a sensitive, caring, and professional attitude toward staff, patients, and their families.
Friendly and outgoing with a pleasant manner and phone voice.
Relevant Skills and Experience:
Developed medical skills and efficiency on the job
– taking vital signs of patients
– assisting with gynecological/obstetric exams
– well-child check ups
– taking/developing x-rays
– assisting with surgery in the podiatry field such as:
o bunionectomy, ostectomy, osteotomy, plantar fascia release, excision of neuroma, tenotomy, metatarsal head resection, etc.
– cleaning/sterilizing intruments on a daily basis
– removing casts
– taking molds of feet for orthotics
– assisting with cortisone injections
– taking swabs for culture and sensitivity/ gram stain for labcorp
– fitting patients for diabetic shoes and inserts (also took care of all paperwork)
Administrative skills
– answering multiple phone lines for appointments, prescriptions, and any nursing related questions
– Filing charts/x-rays
– Confirming/rescheduling appointments
– Data entry
– Posting insurance claims
– Submitting/resubmitting claims to insurance companies
– Appealing/denial insurance claims
– Aging patient reports
-insurance follow up
-processing appeals
-denials
-correcting and rebilling claims
– researching unpaid claims
-confirming CPT and ICD9 codes
– patient Collections
– Check-in, check-out and front desk duties
– Keeping inventory up to date, supplies stocked
Work History
Dr. Bruce K. Boyd, DPM
Corinth, MS 38834
Tupelo, MS 38804
Savannah, TN 38372
2009-Present
Austins Shoes
Corinth, MS 38834
2008-2009
Dr. GiGi Wood Davis, DO
Savannah, TN 38372
September 2007- December 2007
Family Healthcare Associates
Adamsville, TN 38310
2003- 2007
Education and Training
CPC Certification March 30, 2019
o On the job training obtained at all places of employment
o Some college completed in ADN at Northeast Mississippi Community College
Northeast Mississippi Community College 2010-2012
Adamsville High School 1999-2004
*References available upon request
New Coder
Thanks,
Shannon