MAYA PRASANTH

Email : ac5rjf@r.postjobfree.com

Phone : 479-***-****

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OBJECTIVE

Seeking a Medical Coder position in clinic/hospital where I can utilize my extensive medical and computer knowledge, professional experience and provide career advancement opportunities.

EXPERIENCE

August 2014- March 2018 : Health Information Associates

(Pawley’s Island, South Carolina)

Certified Coding Specialist

Worked as a remote inpatient coder in trauma level 1 & 2 acute care hospitals.

Professionally communicate electronically with CDI Specialist, Auditors & Coding Managers to resolve coding changes and computer issues.

Proficient in ICD 10 CM/PCS coding guidelines and have kept up-to-date with new codes and revisions of regulations.

Coded diagnoses and procedures using ICD-10-CM for Inpatient DRG’s cases for surgical cases such as; Cardiac, Vascular, Respiratory, Orthopedics, Pediatrics, Neurology, hematology/oncology, interventional radiology, transplant, NICU, OB-GYN, & Long Length of Stays.

Ability to maintain good relations with physicians and support staff.

Sound ability to interpret written and oral instructions effectively.

Utilize 3MHDM, Cerner, McKesson, Epic softwares to input information into computerized patient record system.

Processing 18-22 claims daily while maintaining 98% - 100% accuracy.

June2010- July 2014 : Washington Regional Medical Center

(Fayetteville, Arkansas)

Certified Medical Coder

Worked as an inpatient and ERW coder in this trauma level 2 acute care hospital. Provide training to ERW and IPW coders in hospital setting.

Proficient in inpatient and outpatient coding with a strong knowledge of Anatomy,Physiology and Advanced Medical Terminology. Extremely knowledgeable with regard to Medical Coding guidelines and coding techniques (ICD-9 CM/PCS, ICD-10 CM/PCS, CPT and DRG's).

Processing 25 to 28 claims daily while maintaining 98% accuracy and achieving productivity goals.

Analyze code and ensured effective coding recommended changes if required. Provided appropriate feedback to staff on all reimbursement and coding procedures.

Managed and evaluated encounter data to ensured compliance with ICD-9 coding.

I am a certified CPT, ICD-10 CM/PCS trainer.

Jan 2005 - Feb 2005 : Mercy Hospital, Bentonville, Arkansas

Volunteer

Volunteered in Microfilm department and organized medical records.

Jul 2004 - Aug 2004 : Hennipen County Medical Center, St.Paul, Minnesota

Volunteer

Volunteered as an assistant to clinical manager. Involved in research of nicotine patch.

Jul 2004 - Aug 2004 : Regions Hospital,St.Paul, Minnesota

Volunteer

Volunteered at birth and trauma center.Provided necessary information to the parents about shaken baby syndrome at birth center.

At the trauma center attended calls and provided help and support to the families of the patient and also lend a hand to the nurses when required.

Jan 2004 - Apr 2004 : Larson Place, Hamden, Connecticut

Intership

Worked in different departments in this independent and assisted living facility to gain knowledge and experience.

Conducted surveys on independent living residents and gathered information and suggestions to enhance the administrative support.

Jan 2003 - Apr 2004 : University of New Haven, Connecticut

Graduate Assistant

Worked as a graduate assistant in the physics department.

Involved in setting up the lab for undergraduate students.

Responsible for documenting various experiments to help the students and professors in their preparation prior to the class by uploading it on the university website.

Created an inventory list of the equipment in the lab for easy access.

Sep 2001 - Aug 2002 : Jeewan Hospital and Nursing Home, Delhi, India.

Junior Physician

Provided medical care and consultations in outpatient, inpatient, and emergency room settings at the OB-Gyn department

Provided care to infants below 6 months of age.

Conducted an average of 10-15 normal deliveries and assisted in major and minor OB-Gyn surgeries.

Aug 1999 - Sep 2000 : Safdarjung Hospital, Delhi, India

Intern

Received training in major fields such as internal medicine, surgery, OB-Gyn, Pediatrics in outpatient, inpatient, and ER settings. Also provided free medical care services in rural area.

EDUCATION

Jun 2012 : AHIMA ACADEMY, Little Rock, Arkansas, United States

Certification, ICD-10-CM/PCS Trainer (Renewed every year and is current)

Jan 2008 - Dec 2008: NWA Community College, Bentonville, Arkansas

Oct 2008-Dec2008 : Certificate in Office Communication and Procedures

Oct 2008-Dec2008 : Certificate in ICD-9 CM

Sep 2008-Sep 2008 : Certificate in Excelling in the Workplace

Feb 2008-Apr 2008: Certificate in CPT

Jan 2008-Feb 2008: Certificate in Medical Terminology

Jan 2003 - Apr 2004: University of New Haven, West Haven, Connecticut

Master’s Degree in Health Care Administration

Sep 1993 - Mar 1999:J.J.M Medical College, Davengere, India

Bachelor’s Degree in Medicine and Surgery, Equivalent to MD

CERTIFICATION:

CCS, CPT, ICD-10-CMS/PCS Train- the- Trainer Certification

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Very efficient in Microsoft Office Software, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Able to type 65+ wpm.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Good at multitasking and time management. I believe success of a department depends on team work and I am always ready to provide support and help when needed.

Member of AAPC Razorback, AHIMA

INTERESTS

Gardening, Reading, Crochet, Swimming, Movies.

REFERENCES

Sue Tolbert: Coding Supervisor ac5rjf@r.postjobfree.com

Sheila French: Coworker: ac5rjf@r.postjobfree.com: 479-***-****

Ashley Moser: Director of Revenue Integrity: 479-***-****

Amy Pang: Coworker: ac5rjf@r.postjobfree.com: 678-***-****

Lori Chapman: Coworker: ac5rjf@r.postjobfree.com: 412-***-****

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