Medical Health
Resume:
TAYLOR VINAS, CCS, CCS-P, CRCR
***** *. ********** **., *****, ID 83709
C: 208-***-**** ******.********@*****.*** https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylor-vinas/
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY:
9+ years experience as a certified coder with 2+ years supervising 30+ staff members
Supervised coder productivity and maintained production standards
Performed random audtins on coding accuracy and provided education when warranted
Assigned appropriate medical codes utilizing ICD-10-CM/PCS, CPT, DRG, HCPCS codes for outpatient, emergency room, inpatient, observation and swingbed encounters
Managed appeals/denials if coding not accurate
SKILLS
ICD-10-CM/PCS
CPT (Current Procedural Coding)
HCPCS
Records management professional
Hospital inpatient and outpatient records
Strict adherence to HIPAA guidelines
Medical terminology
Adept multi-tasker
Excellent time management
Trustworthy
Organized
Resourceful
Reliable
Close attention to detail
WORK HISTORY
ARCTIC SLOPE NATIVE ASSOCIATION
Certified Coder Remote May 2019 – Present
Reviews and manages coding of diagnostic and treatment procedures contained in outpatient medical records completed by Coder Apprentices.
Assigns appropriate medical codes utilizing ICD-10 CM/PCS, CPT, DRG, HCPCS codes for outpatient, inpatient, observation, and swingbed encounters.
Maintains updated knowledge of coding requirements, through continuing education and
certification renewal.
Resourcefully uses various coding books, procedure manuals and encoders.
Interacts with providers and other medical professionals regarding documentation policies and procedures.
Generates various reports utilizing RPMS EHR.
Maintains strict confidentiality of patient information.
Provides physician education on clinical documentation improvement.
Performs random audits on coding accuracy and provided education when warranted.
Deputy Administrative Revenue Cycle Director Barrow, AK December 2016 – May 2019
Oversight of the workflows of all aspects of the Revenue Cycle, including Registration, Medical Records, Patient Accounts, and Outreach and Enrollment.
Developed, implemented, and continually improved policies and procedures to eliminate gaps and standardize processes.
Provided instruction, leadership, and supervision for a team of more than 30 employees.
Supervised coder productivity and maintained production standards.
Performed random audits on coding accuracy and provided education when warranted.
Assigned appropriate medical codes utilizing ICD-10 CM/PCS, CPT, DRG, HCPCS codes for outpatient, inpatient, observation, and swingbed encounters.
Generated various reports utilizing RPMS EHR.
Provided physician education on clinical documentation improvement.
Member of Health Records and Utilization Review Committees
Certified Coder, Lead Barrow, AK October 2012 – December 2016
Reviewed and managed coding of diagnostic and treatment procedures contained in outpatient medical records completed by Coder Apprentices.
Assigned appropriate medical codes utilizing ICD-10 CM/PCS, CPT, DRG, HCPCS codes for outpatient, inpatient, observation, and swingbed encounters.
Maintained updated knowledge of coding requirements, through continuing education and
certification renewal.
Resourcefully used various coding books, procedure manuals and encoders.
Interacted with providers and other medical professionals regarding documentation policies and procedures.
Generated various reports utilizing RPMS EHR.
Maintained strict confidentiality of patient information.
Provided physician education on clinical documentation improvement.
Performed random audits on coding accuracy and provided education when warranted.
Certified Health Information Technician Barrow, AK January 2012 - June 2012
Assigned appropriate medical codes utilizing ICD-9-CM, CPT-4, and HCPCS codes for outpatient encounters.
Maintained updated knowledge of coding requirements, through continuing education and
certification renewal.
Resourcefully used various coding books and procedure manuals.
Interacted with providers and other medical professionals regarding documentation policies and procedures.
Maintained strict confidentiality of patient information.
Health Information Technician Barrow, AK December 2009 - August 2011
Prepared folders and logged identification numbers of newly established patients.
Reviewed medical records for completeness.
Assembled records in standard order and filed in designated areas according to numeric filing system.
Provided in-depth training to new employees.
Operated computer to enter and retrieve data.
Copied medical records per guidelines set forth in the release of information policy.
Maintained strict confidentiality of patient information.
NORTH SLOPE BOROUGH - CHILDREN AND YOUTH SERVICES
Counseling Technician Barrow, AK October 2012 - February 2013
Provided paraprofessional care and counseling services to residential and non-residential clients within scope of authority.
Supervised behavior and activities of clients.
Collaborated with other professionals to provide and advocate for continued care outside of the limitations of the program.
Maintained a clean, safe, and orderly program in accordance with the department and OSHA regulations.
Maintained strict confidentiality in all client matters.
ERA ALASKA
Customer Service Agent/Flight Coordinator Barrow, AK June 2010 - August 2011
Coordinated with pilots regarding daily flight route.
Booked reservations for scheduled flights and charters.
Checked in passengers and accepted freight for daily flights.
Maintained daily sales report and performed system troubleshooting as needed.
Ensured every customer was served in an efficient, thorough, and courteous manner.
EDUCATION
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE Health Care Administration
Walden University (Online)
Minneapolis, MN Tentative: Summer 2022
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE Health Administration Services
Colorado Technical University (Online)
Colorado Springs, CO 2016
CERTIFICATE Medical Coding and Billing
Penn Foster College (Online)
Scottsdale, AZ 2011
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA
Barrow High School
Barrow, AK 2008
REFERENCES
Brianne Bucatcat, Current Supervisor 907-***-****
Austin McVety, Former Supervisor 937-***-****
Michael Soriano, Former Supervisor 907-***-****
Maggie Lehn, Former Supervisor 360-***-****
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