CANDICE ARMOUR

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801-***-****

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Highly skilled medical coding professional with over 20 years of experience in the

healthcare industry. Results-oriented with a strong ability to communicate effectively

and demonstrated commitment to the organization’s objectives. Provided leadership,

instruction and supervision of staff as well as managed the timely opening of two

medical facilities.

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

AAPC Certified Professional Coder proficient in ICD-9, HCPCS, CPT coding and CMS

guidelines as well as maintaining a License in Practical Nursing with 17 years

experience. Zealous guardian of confidential information and an accomplished

manager of staff, time and data resources including the oversight of two physical office

moves and one transition from paper-based records to Electronic Medical Records.

EXPERIENCE

University of Utah-Medical Billing, Salt Lake City, Utah

2013-2014

Medical Coder

• Certified in ICD-10 coding

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Epic and Powerchart

• Reviewed, abstracted and coded multiple sub specialty services and assigned

appropriate coding classification

• Interacted with and provided feedback to providers, staff and clinic managers on

billing related issues

• Interpreted and applied basic regulatory guidelines to coding and reimbursement

decisions

Object Systems International-Layton, Utah

2012-2013

Data Analyst, 3M Health Information Systems Contract Employee

• Built/maintained interface codes and displays with focus on government contracts

• Client customization of 3M Healthcare Data Dictionary(HDD)-commercial and

defense contracts

• Medical informatics

• Testing/reviewing design of in-house developed software

General Leonard Wood Army Community Hospital, Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri

2011-2012

Inpatient Medical Coder

• Analyzed all inpatient records to ensure accuracy and completeness of data,

which resulted in 100% grade during government audit ratings

• Supervised the release of medical information in accordance with HIPAA

guidelines

• Ensured all medical and legal requirements were enforced

Patients First Healthcare, Washington, Missouri

2007-2011

Office Manager and Medical Coder

• Supervised all office operation with keen attention to profit margins while

maintaining superior patient satisfaction ratings

• Ensured all medical coding was accurate and performed in a timely manner

• Contracting official for two medical facilities and ensured a timely opening and

remained under budget by sourcing creative solutions

Washington Surgery Center, Washington, Missouri

2005 - 2007

Office Manager

• Assisted in the management of the surgery centers construction, including

overseeing the contractors and the ordering of surgical equipment and

instruments

• Authored the office policy and procedure book, which resulted in an excellence

rating during the OSHA inspection

• Supervised a staff of eight Registered Nurses to ensure maximum patient care

Advanced Sight Center, Washington, Missouri

2003-2005

License Practical Nurse

• Appointment scheduling, including surgical consultations and insurance referrals

• Performed as scribe during office visits and surgical consultations

• Conducted thorough intake of patient history

EDUCATION

Columbia School of Practical Nursing

University of Missouri-Columbia

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

LPN, CPC

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