Karen R. Stokes

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Charlotte, NC 28262

704-***-**** ac36vr@r.postjobfree.com

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.

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