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Shannon watson

Emmett

Summary

Proven Med Tech and Medical Coder with a track record of enhancing coding accuracy by diligently applying AMA and CMS guidelines at Saltzer Medical Group. Expert in HIPAA regulations and patient care coordination, I excel in managing sensitive patient information and improving claim approval rates through effective collaboration with physicians.

Overview

2018
2018
years of professional experience

Work History

Med Tech/activity Coordinator

Meadow View Assisted Living Center
  • Handled sensitive patient information with confidentiality while upholding HIPAA regulations at all times.
  • Measured patient vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse rate, and temperature to record information on patients' charts.
  • Assisted physicians and nurses in performing diagnostic tests and procedures to identify accurate treatment for patients.
  • Performed patient service duties by communicating directly with patients, answering questions, and assisting with concerns.

Medical Coder

Saltzer Medical Group
  • Increased coding accuracy by diligently reviewing medical documentation and applying appropriate codes.
  • Resourcefully used various coding books, procedure manuals, and on-line encoders.
  • Reviewed patient charts to better understand health histories, diagnoses, and treatments.
  • Applied official coding conventions and rules from American Medical Association and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services to assign diagnostic codes.
  • Reviewed, analyzed, and managed coding of diagnostic and treatment procedures contained in outpatient medical records.
  • Reviewed outpatient records and interpreted documentation to identify diagnoses and procedures.
  • Maintained a high level of productivity while consistently meeting deadlines for claim submissions.
  • Ensured compliance with industry regulations and guidelines by staying up-to-date on the latest coding changes.
  • Collaborated with physicians to obtain necessary documentation, improving claim approval rates.
  • Enhanced team efficiency with regular training sessions on new coding updates and best practices.
  • Supported the implementation of electronic health record systems, simplifying the coding process.

Medical Coder

Ada Orthopedic
03.2009 - 03.2017
  • Coded and documented medical billing information, ensuring accuracy and compliance with healthcare regulations.

Education

Certificate - Billing And Coding

Milan Institute
Nampa, ID
06.2012

Certificate Of Technical Studies - Cna

Tvcc
Ontario, OR
05.1994

Diploma -

Adrian High School
Adrian, OR
05.1993

Skills

  • HIPAA regulations
  • Direct patient care
  • Patient interaction
  • Immunohistochemical testing
  • Patient vital taking
  • Medical record documentation
  • Specimen handling
  • Infection control protocols
  • Specimen collection
  • Patient care coordination
  • Medical terminology expertise
  • Medication administration
  • Medical terminology
  • Patient care documentation

Timeline

Medical Coder

Ada Orthopedic
03.2009 - 03.2017

Med Tech/activity Coordinator

Meadow View Assisted Living Center

Medical Coder

Saltzer Medical Group

Certificate - Billing And Coding

Milan Institute

Certificate Of Technical Studies - Cna

Tvcc

Diploma -

Adrian High School
Shannon watson