Kimberly Edwards, CPC-A
Raleigh, NC 27603
adde62@r.postjobfree.com
MEDICAL CODER
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
CPC Certified Professional Coder (AAPC)
References used for coding include the current International Classification of Diseases (ICD), Clinical Modification; American Medical Association Physicians' Current Procedural Terminology (CPT); Health Care Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS)
Knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy
Key strengths: communication, leadership and interpersonal skills; multi-tasking and overall resourcefulness
Strong organizational, time management and prioritization skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook), QuickBooks
HIPAA Compliant
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Doctors Making House Calls August 2019 – Present
Receive and review patient charts and documentation for accuracy
Review the medical record to assure specificity of diagnoses, procedures and appropriate/optimal reimbursement for professional charges.
Abstract information from medical records following established methods and work performed
Ensure all codes are current and active
Adhere to ICD-10, CPT, HCPCS and DRG standards and techniques in translation of medical services and procedures into insurance billing encoding
Understanding of medical terminology and pharmacology to ensure proper coding at first issue
Meet daily coding production
Saleeby & Weseels Proctology August 2018 – August 2019
Code and bill surgeries
Follow up with insurance companies for payment
Receive/enter patient and insurance payments
Receive/post electronic remittance from insurance
Perform billing corrections as needed
Review and work outstanding claims
Complete and send doctor’s dictation
Answer and direct incoming phone calls
Schedule Appointments
Medical Records
Audit office coding before submitting to insurance
Perform patient check-in duties
Kim’s Cleaning Company April 2013 – August 2018
Owner/Operator
Developed and created committed base of clientele
Scheduled and performed cleaning and organizing duties for clients while maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction
Created environmentally and family safe cleaning products for use in clients’ homes
Aspen Construction Inc. Sept. 2012 - May 2013
Safety Coordinator/Laborer
Track and report weekly time sheets for each employee and daily logs for each job.
Perform various construction tasks as needed.
Pick up and deliver material to job site.
Running errands as requested
Lowe’s Foods Jan. 2010 - Sept. 2012
Inventory Control Clerk/Deli Clerk
Daily maintenance and organization of department, including smart counts and rotation of inventory.
Preparation and packaging of various foods; pricing and displaying merchandise and inventory.
Direct contact with customers and addressing any customer issues as necessary.
Maintain weekly pull reports.
EDUCATION
Certification Coaching Organization
2018 Medical Terminology and Anatomy
MK Education
2017-2018 Medical Coding
Denby High School
1990 High School Diploma
LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION
Certified Professional Coder (CPC), American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC)
Medical Terminology Certificate
AFFILIATIONS
American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC)