Karen R. Stokes
Charlotte, NC 28262
704-***-**** *****.*.******@*****.***
EDUCATION
Southeastern Institute – Charlotte, NC April 2014
Medical Records and Health Information Technician, Certificate
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
Understanding of HIPAA rules and regulations to keep patient information confidential
Knowledge of Medical Terminology; Anatomy & Physiology
Practice Billing and Coding utilizing Virtual Medical Office to improve patient check in and out
ICD-9, CPT 4, HCPCS Coding System and ICD-10
DATA INTAKE SPECIALIST
Beacon Hill/Lash Group, Charlotte, NC Sept 2014 - June 2015
Contributes to the profitability of the Lash Group by ensuring personal productivity and
efficient use of material resources. Maintains effective systems to support the timely
release of accurate information to diverse clients.
Responsible for the intake of all program specific correspondence, including mail and faxed documents. Log information into appropriate database and triages all program specific mail to the appropriate reimbursement counselor and/or team leader. Ensure data is compliant with applicable regulations.
Distributes reports daily, disseminating information to appropriate distribution vendors, reimbursement counselors and team leaders. Maintain and promotes positive and professional working relationships with associates and management.
RELATED EXPERIENCE
Care Ring – Charlotte, NC April 2014
Medical Records and Health Information Technician, Extern
Organized and filed patient charts
Called patients to confirm or make any changes to appointments scheduled
Photo copied health care cards and filed in patient charts
Scanned immunization records to assist with merge to Electronic Medical Records
Checked all phone messages left by messages; communicated accordingly
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Carolinas Healthcare System – Charlotte, NC October 2012 – May 2013
Nursing Assistant I, One Day Surgery
Provided patient care under the direct supervision and control of a Registered Nurse.
Transported patients from operating and recovery rooms to their assigned rooms.
Assisted with extensive transfers.
Measured and recorded vital signs.
Sterilized durable medical equipment.
Stocked medical carts and cabinets.
Carolinas Healthcare System – Charlotte, NC October 2011 –October 2012
Nursing Assistant, Rehabilitation Unit
Provided patient care and assisted in maintaining a clean and safe environment.
Assisted with daily living activities.
Collected and tested specimens.
Provided blood glucose monitoring.
Assisted with non-sterile dressing changes, application, and removal of bandages.
Recorded vital signs.
Partners in Care – Charlotte, NC October 2009 – October 2012
Certified Nursing Assistant I
Provided assistance with daily living activities.
Measured and recorded vital signs.
Prepare meals, light housekeeping.
Accompanied patients to doctors’ appointments.