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3yrs experience in cardiology coding including heart catheterizations, peripherals, interventions, and diagnostic testing. Quick learner and more than willing to learn other specialties. Looking to start a remote career, however, not a must have. Prefer to stay in the Tampa Bay area as well!
Certified Medical Coder with 4 years' experience in physician outpatient coding. Certified in ICD-9 and
ICD-10. Familiar with commercial and private insurance carriers. Skilled at medical billing, coding and office
management. Reliable multi-tasker with cardiology experience.
Authorized to work in the US for any employer
WORK EXPERIENCE
Front Desk Receptionist, Referral Clerk, Certified Professional Coder
Tampa Cardiovascular Associates - Tampa, FL - July 2009 to Present
• Directed patient flow during practice hours, minimizing patient wait time
• Scheduled patient appointments including any diagnostic testing ordered
• Answered phones and wrote clear and detailed clinical messages for physicians and nurses
• Confirmed patient information, collected copays, and verified insurance eligibility and benefits
• Acquired insurance authorizations for procedures and tests ordered
• Accurately entered procedure codes, diagnosis codes and patient information into billing software
• Quickly responded to staff and client inquiries regarding CPT codes
• Interpreted medical reports to apply appropriate ICD-9, ICD-10, CPT and HCPC codes
• Thoroughly reviewed remittance codes from EOB's/AR's
• Completed appeals and filed and submitted claims
• Posted charges, payments and adjustments
• Ensured timely and accurate charge submission to clearing house
Head Coach
Keba Phipps Volleyall Academy - Tampa, FL - November 2011 to July 2012
• Organized and conducted practices that are well planned, utilized positive approaches and increased the
proficiency of the athletes
• Communicated regularly with other head coaches and athletic directors
• Thoroughly understood and adhered to all policies, rules and regulations
• Kept an open line of communication with the athletes and parents and made sure all concerns are addressed
Head Coach
Tampa United Volleyball Club - Tampa, FL - November 2006 to July 2008
• Organized and conducted practices that are well planned, utilized positive approaches and increased the
proficiency of the athletes
• Communicated regularly with other head coaches and athletic directors
• Thoroughly understood and adhered to all policies, rules and regulations
• Kept an open line of communication with the athletes and parents and made sure all concerns are addressed
EDUCATION
One semester in Accounting
University of South Florida-Main Campus - Tampa, FL
2009
Associate in Art in Liberal Arts
Hillsborough Community College - Tampa, FL
2006 to 2008
One semester in Accounting
Webber International University - Tampa, FL
2008
High school diploma
Freedom High School - Tampa, FL
2006
SKILLS
Skill Highlights
• Strong work ethic
• Team player with positive attitude
• Exercises good judgement
• Deadline
driven
• Electronic Medical Record (EMR) software
• Knowledge of HMOs, Medicare and Medicaid
•ICD-9and ICD-10 cardiology coding
• CPT and HCPCS cardiology coding (3 years)
CERTIFICATIONS
CPC
December 2013 to Present
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
References available upon request.
Certified Medical Coder with 4 years' experience in physician outpatient coding. Certified in ICD-9 and
ICD-10. Familiar with commercial and private insurance carriers. Skilled at medical billing, coding and office
management. Reliable multi-tasker with cardiology experience.
Authorized to work in the US for any employer
WORK EXPERIENCE
Front Desk Receptionist, Referral Clerk, Certified Professional Coder
Tampa Cardiovascular Associates - Tampa, FL - July 2009 to Present
• Directed patient flow during practice hours, minimizing patient wait time
• Scheduled patient appointments including any diagnostic testing ordered
• Answered phones and wrote clear and detailed clinical messages for physicians and nurses
• Confirmed patient information, collected copays, and verified insurance eligibility and benefits
• Acquired insurance authorizations for procedures and tests ordered
• Accurately entered procedure codes, diagnosis codes and patient information into billing software
• Quickly responded to staff and client inquiries regarding CPT codes
• Interpreted medical reports to apply appropriate ICD-9, ICD-10, CPT and HCPC codes
• Thoroughly reviewed remittance codes from EOB's/AR's
• Completed appeals and filed and submitted claims
• Posted charges, payments and adjustments
• Ensured timely and accurate charge submission to clearing house
Head Coach
Keba Phipps Volleyall Academy - Tampa, FL - November 2011 to July 2012
• Organized and conducted practices that are well planned, utilized positive approaches and increased the
proficiency of the athletes
• Communicated regularly with other head coaches and athletic directors
• Thoroughly understood and adhered to all policies, rules and regulations
• Kept an open line of communication with the athletes and parents and made sure all concerns are addressed
Head Coach
Tampa United Volleyball Club - Tampa, FL - November 2006 to July 2008
• Organized and conducted practices that are well planned, utilized positive approaches and increased the
proficiency of the athletes
• Communicated regularly with other head coaches and athletic directors
• Thoroughly understood and adhered to all policies, rules and regulations
• Kept an open line of communication with the athletes and parents and made sure all concerns are addressed
EDUCATION
One semester in Accounting
University of South Florida-Main Campus - Tampa, FL
2009
Associate in Art in Liberal Arts
Hillsborough Community College - Tampa, FL
2006 to 2008
One semester in Accounting
Webber International University - Tampa, FL
2008
High school diploma
Freedom High School - Tampa, FL
2006
SKILLS
Skill Highlights
• Strong work ethic
• Team player with positive attitude
• Exercises good judgement
• Deadline
driven
• Electronic Medical Record (EMR) software
• Knowledge of HMOs, Medicare and Medicaid
•ICD-9and ICD-10 cardiology coding
• CPT and HCPCS cardiology coding (3 years)
CERTIFICATIONS
CPC
December 2013 to Present
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
References available upon request.