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Healthcare Employment Slowly on the Rise

The healthcare sector added 20,000 jobs in February 2021. Though the COVID-19 pandemic continues to affect overall employment in the United States, February showed a small upward shift in employment in the healthcare sector to the tune of 20,000 jobs. This small bump, however, did little to affect the 6.2 percent unemployment rate. According to […]

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Current Employment Opportunities @ Augusta University Health Systems In Augusta, GA

Augusta University Health System is looking for hard-working, dedicated, detailed oriented coding staff that is interested in using Computer Assisted Coding (CAC). If you want to be a part of the only teaching hospital in the CSRA, this position could be for you! You will be required to pass an entrance coding test prior to an interview.
The Coder I – Professional Services reviews provider documentation and provider assigned diagnoses and CPT codes. The Coder will accept and/or add/revise the ICD-10-CM, CPT Codes, HCPCS Codes and enters modifiers to reflect services provided and to support Professional Billing. The coder will review and accurately code CPT codes for E/M level and associated diagnoses codes, as well as minor procedures (0-10 day global periods), performed during non- intensive inpatient or outpatient encounters. Maintains knowledge of coding and billing requirements and regulatory changes. Follows coding guidelines and legal requirements to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations. Must hold either AAPC Certified Professional Coder (CPC or CPC-A) or AHIMA Certified Coding Specialist-Physician-based (CCS-P) certifications.
The Coder II – Professional Services reviews provider notes, operative reports, and provider assigned diagnosis, procedure, and E/M codes. The Coder II will accept and/or add/revise the ICD-10-CM, CPT procedure codes, CPT E/M codes, and HCPCS Codes and enters modifiers to reflect services provided and to support Professional Billing. The coder reviews clinical and surgical documentation and accurately codes CPT codes for E/M level and associated diagnosis codes as well as operative (major procedures- 90 day global) and bedside procedures performed during intensive care inpatient or outpatient encounters. Maintains knowledge of coding and billing requirements and regulatory changes. Follows coding guidelines and legal requirements to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations. Must hold either AAPC Certified Professional Coder (CPC) or AHIMA Certified Coding Specialist-Physician-based (CCS-P) certifications. Must have at least 2 years coding experience for a Coder II position.

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CPC-A seeking remote entry level billing/coding employment.

My resume is attached. I am also a Registered Paralegal and have 20+ years of transcription experience, so I am hoping that would more than compensate for my lack of billing/coding experience. I would like to find an entry level position, possibly even as a trainee, to begin with. I can work full time or part time. I will be happy to provide both personal and business references. I can be reached at 3178-642-7428 or you can email me at [email protected]. Thanks.

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CPC with 10+ years of clinical experience seeking First Official Coding Employment

Aloha,
We are in the process of moving to Vancouver, WA- I have 15+ years of Medical Assistant experience seeking a medical coding job. I have passed my CPC test and was able to drop the A in Apprentice. As I have knowledge and experience with ICD9 and ICD 10- I am a fast learner and a team player. I’m loyal, eager to learn, receive experience, and jump right in to accomplish daily tasks. Attached is my resume and will physically be in Vancouver, WA on May 20,2019. I look forward to hearing from you all.

Mahalo,

Haydee Epan

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CPC-A (years if coding experience, newly certified), seeking employment

To Whom It May Concern:

If you are looking for a knowledgeable, professional, friendly, self-motivated, confident, and reliable individual, I feel that I am a suitable candidate for this post. A friendly nature and good communication along with good attitude and hard work are important things in smooth working offices. I have worked for 20+ years as a Medical Assistant and recently became a Certified Medical Coder.
In previous jobs I have been hired to work as a medical assistant, but I was always drawn toward the coding and billing aspects of the medical field and would incorporate my coding knowledge into the position.

I hope to hear from you soon.

Please contact me; my phone number is (801)850-1628 or email [email protected].
Thank you for your time and consideration.

Cori Mower

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CORI MOWER

PHONE (801)850-1628

71 HUNTERS HAVEN, SARATOGA SPRINGS, UT 84045. EMAIL [email protected]

OBJECTIVE
Twenty years working in the medical field with extensive knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy, CPT, ICD-10, and HCPCS. Professional, hard-working individual. Communicates well with doctors, APCs, colleagues, and other departments ensuring continuity of patient care. Dedicated beyond normal expectations. Absolutely reliable and punctual.

EXPERIENCE
01/2015-Current Intermountain Healthcare Murray, UT
MEDICAL ASSISTANT
• Work in plastic surgery office as medical assistant and surgery scheduler.
• Daily use of Cerner iCentra Powerchart and Revenue Cycle programs, Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook 360, and Encoder Pro.
• Assist and educate providers on CPT, ICD-10, and HCPCS coding guidelines for office visits, procedures, injections, and surgeries to ensure timely
and proper payments.
• Act as liaison between billing department and physicians regarding coding issues and/or insufficient documentation including requesting
addendums, appeal letters, or charge corrections.
• Responsible for assignment of CPT and ICD-10 codes for obtaining insurance authorizations for surgeries.
• Built strong trusting relationships with personnel in other departments and clinics at Intermountain Healthcare.
• Responsible for interviewing patients including collecting health histories, current medications, allergies, sending referrals, collecting vital signs,
cleaning and sterilizing surgical supplies, ordering supplies for the office.
• Assist providers with office procedures and ensure sterile environment.

03/2006-12/2014 Neurosurgical Associates, LLC Murray, UT
MEDICAL ASSISTANT, BILLING
• Work at busy neurosurgical office.
• Work in front office and back office using Intergy scheduling software, paper charts, IHC Help2, Microsoft Word and Excel. Register incoming
patients, collect copays, verify insurance, and triage phone calls. Sent referrals to outside clinics.
• Perform collections on outstanding balances on patient and insurance accounts, refund credits on patient accounts, and post payments. Prior-
authorize surgeries and outside procedures.
• Schedule clinical and surgery appointments. Collect vital signs, remove sutures and staples and, check wounds for infection. Train new employees.

06/2002-12/2005 Jordan Valley Family Health West Jordan, UT
MEDICAL ASSISTANT
• Worked in busy family practice office.
• Used Practice Partner EMR. Obtained patient histories and triaged phone calls.
• Collected vital signs, administered injections. Performed phlebotomy, urinalysis, eye exams and strep cultures. Ran quality control per OSHA
standards. Assisted in general surgery. Monitored Coumadin dosing.
• Developed employee procedure manuals.

11/1999-06/2002 ARUP Employee Health Clinic Salt Lake City, UT
MEDICAL ASSISTANT
• Worked in employee health clinic.
• Collected vital signs, obtained patient histories, and triaged phone calls.
• Administered injections, assisted in general surgery. Performed eye exams, phlebotomy, urinalysis, and strep cultures. Ran quality control per OSHA standards.

06/1998-11/1999 Jordan Medical Arts WEST JORDAN, UT
MEDICAL ASSISTANT
• Worked in busy family practice office.
• Worked with paper charting, collected vital signs, obtained patient histories, and triaged phone calls.
• Administered injections, assisted in general surgery. Performed eye exams, phlebotomy, urinalysis, strep cultures. Ran quality control per OSHA
standards. Sent referrals to outside clinics.

EDUCATION
12/2018 Salt Lake Community College West Jordan, UT Certified Professional Coder
06/1998 Jordan Technical Center Sandy, UT Utah Endorsed Medical Assistant
06/1998 Bingham High School South Jordan, UT Diploma

REFERENCES
References available upon request.

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Employment after 10 year hiatus

Hello all!

I just wanted to throw this situation out there to see what y’all think about it. I have been "retired" due to having kiddos for almost 5 years now, and it look like I’ll be out another 5 with the addition of another little one. I am a CPC but the majority of my time has been in auditing and physician education. I have kept up my credentials through my hiatus and was planning to continue to do so, but I was wondering what employment might look like once the kiddos are in school and I am ready to return. With the changes that have occurred and will continue to take place in my time away, I am concerned that I will have a hard time finding employment. I’m asking now, because if that is the case, I might need to have another plan for when I do return.
Thank you for any thoughts you all may have on this!
Karissa

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CPC-A looking for employment Richmond, VA

Hello. My name is Tiffany Ellington. I have recently finished my coding course and passed the CPC exam. I am currently looking for employment in the Richmond, VA area. If anyone knows any employers out there looking for coders in my area or have any resources to find employment in my area, I would love to hear your suggestions or thoughts.

Thank you,
Tiffany Ellington
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Employment Opportunities Without Healthcare Setting Experience

Hello. I’m feeling frustrated and thought I’d reach out.

I have a 2 year degree, CCA certification, and CPC-A certification. I’m located just north of the twin cities metro area (MN). I’ve applied for every coding position I come across. I don’t even get a call back for a telephone interview. Many times I get an e-mailed response stating that they require 2 years of healthcare office experience. I’ve been applying and networking and giving it my all – but I’m feeling defeated. I’ve looked into the Project Xtern opportunities, however, none of them are in my metro area. I’m not sure where to go from here. Any feedback / suggestions would be much appreciated. Thank you~

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Former Employer Refusing To Verify Employment

I’m feeling really discouraged. I have two years of coding experience already but just got my certification in November. Due to health reasons, I was forced to leave my previous position, with notice. In doing so, my former employer has stated I have forfeited the right to receive employment verification toward dropping my "A." I have tried all other routes, former coworkers, and it being a small third party company there was no HR department. Just the owner (my boss) and about five other people, who have all been instructed not to verify my employment. Now, after recovery, I am in search of a coding job and after submitting close to 300 applications for jobs I qualify for, I have been getting rejection after rejection due to that little A that I have no way to get rid of. I cannot afford to keep taking these CEUs, maintain membership, and stay up to date on coding books with no job. Does anyone have any advice on what I can do?

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