Records Specialist Data Entry

Objective

Assuming a leadership role within the company where I may utilize my experience and knowledge while continuing to build upon those assets to the mutual benefit of the company as well as myself. I would like to be employed where experience and growth are bases for the opportunity of promotion and enrichment of knowledge.

Profile

•Health Information Management Professional

•Excellent interpersonal skills, confident and poised in interactions with individuals at all levels

•Highly trustworthy, ethical and discreet, committed to superior customer service

•Dedicated individual; achieving a reputation for consistently going beyond what is required

•Detail oriented and resourceful in the completion of projects with the ability to multitask and meet strict deadlines

•Proven ability to collect, consolidates, organize, and prioritize business needs

•Organized individual with exceptional follow through capabilities

Skills Summary

Written Correspondence

General Office Skills

Epic

Quadra Med

Macess

Compliance Officer

Release of Information

Inventory

DDS/ROI Plus

Record Retrieval System

AMIE

Research Archived Records

Supervisor

Computer Savvy

Customer Service

ChartMaxx

Meditech

Liaison

Credentialing

Recruitment/Hiring

CPRS

JVL

VHIE

HSM

Vista

Lead/Coordinator

Medical Records

Microsoft Office

Allscripts (Eclipse)

Facets

Auditing

Billing

Management

Vista Imaging

Excel

NHE

Patient Profile MAS

Management

Order Supplies

Employment History

VA NORTH TEXAS HEALTH CARE SYSTEM

4500 S Lancaster Rd. Dallas, TX. 75216

Medical Records Technician (ROI) – March 21, 2016 to present

40 Hours per week

Incumbent is responsible for evaluating the adequacy of each completed authorized form. Screens each request for information to determine urgency and assures that most urgent requests are completed first using established priority systems. Apply public laws, rules, regulations and exclusions governing confidentiality of the medical record. Process all incoming requests to the facility for Release of Information (ROI) along with information required by the VA Regional Office through the Automated Medical Information Exchange (AMIE). Processing TORTS, Legal request, Individuals’ request and Second-Party request. Determine which information is to be released in compliance with existing laws (Privacy Act of 1974, Freedom of Information Act, and Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act). Ensure that proper authorization exists before release is made. Process requests to the requesting agency or individual. Employee composes responses to routine request for release of patient information. Selects and compiles information from health records and prepares correspondence, typically using standard form or standard formats for letters. Ensures the information released is limited to what is specifically authorized and to the person or agency designated to receive it. Completes the processes routine releases of information to other VA and Federal Agencies and when requested, to patients and their families, insurance representatives, physicians, hospitals, and city and state health agencies according to VA directives. Also attended Yellow and White Belt.

OCEANS BEHAVIORAL HOSPITAL

4301 Mapleshade Ln. Plano, TX 75075

Medical Records Coordinator/Credentialing Coordinator – November 2014 to March 18, 2016

40 Hours per week

Provides coordination of Health Information Process under the direction of a RHIA. Prepare and maintain accurate medical records information according to established procedures within a medical records unit. Manage all health information responsibilities including patient record maintenance, ensuring that appropriate medical record components are completed accurately by medical staff and filed properly and timely in accordance with various accrediting agencies and established institution policies and procedures. Ensuring patients data is being compiled, updated, and organized accurately in compliance with regulations. Also, ensuring all medical information accessible to physicians and nurses while preserving each patient's privacy. Credentialing liaison for entire facility. Reviewed and screened initial and reappointment credentialing applications for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with federal, state, local and University regulations, guidelines, policies, and standards. Analyzed and identified information, discrepancies that could impact the ability to credential or enroll practitioners. Monitored all files to ensure accuracy and completion. Prepared and provided information to all customers as appropriate. Entered and maintained data into credentialing database. Familiar with NCQA and TJC standards. Also, knowledge of the National Practitioner Data Bank, DEA Verification Licensure, Board Certification Training verified, and Peer Recommendations. Other duties consist of Auditing, Release of Information, Privacy Officer, Billing, and Liaison between physicians and Nurse Practitioners.

HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION

801 South, State Hwy 161 #300 Grand Prairie, TX 75051

ES Clerk III – March 2014 to June 2014

40 Hour per week

Under the general direction of the supervisor, provides a variety of clerical support services in a service delivery office and providing clerical support to Texas Works Advisors staff. Processes mail, opens and date stamps incoming applications and supporting documents. Reviews applications for required signature, date, and supporting documents received from clients. Logs applications and assigns complete applications for processing. Returns incomplete applications to clients and assists with completion when necessary/requested. Upon request make copies and returns original documents to clients/customers. Responding to client’s inquiries and requests for assistance as needed.

JPS HEALTH NETWORK

1500 S Main St Fort Worth, TX 76104

HIM Supervisor - May 2011 to September 2013

40 Hours per week

Under the general direction of the Assistant Director of Health Information Management, provides supervision, training, and leadership to HIM employees. In addition, the Supervisor will carry our Department projects as requested. Responsible in managing 15 employees and managing all file room and ROI related functions. Supervised document imaging area and supervised the preparation and distribution of chart pulls for research, audits, and studies, to ensure timely and accurate records, monitor, process, and distribute forms; correspondence, documents and reports are completed properly. Have experience working with EPIC. Assist in developing standards in regard to policies and procedures in the department. Facilitate employee section meeting for designated shift. Supervise the functions of the various areas of Health Information Management to ensure patient information is accurate and available in a timely manner. Interview and hiring potential employees.

METHODIST HOSPITAL

1441 N Beckley Ave Dallas, TX 75203

Medical Records Specialist - January 2010 to December 2010

40 Hours per week

Maintains medical record integrity through assembly and analysis of confidential patient records; creates folders for new patients daily; retrieves and processes ancillary discharges daily; will also assist in locating records and researching, meeting the internal needs of the HIM Department, providing phone coverage.

LEWISVILLE MEDICAL CENTER

500 W Main St Lewisville, TX 75057

Discharge Analyst – HIM Tech III - June 2006 to January 2010

40 Hours per week

Maintains medical record integrity through assembly and analysis of confidential patient records; creates folders for new patients daily; retrieves and processes ancillary discharges daily; will also assist physicians in locating records and researching, meeting the internal needs of the HIM Department, providing phone coverage, and greeting visitors.

HCA

6800 N Macarthur Blvd Irving, TX 75039

Optical Scanning Tech - January 2006 to December 2007

40 Hour per week

Preparation of discharged patient charts for scanning into electronic format. I am responsible for verification of correct patient and correct account numbers and identification of documents to be scanned. Indexing all scanned images and Data entry. Trained and mentored new employees. Assisted and covered at other facilities when business needs dictated. I consistently maintained high standards of excellence.

Five years of service in a lead role and two years in management.

Knowledge

Revenue Technician

• Gather data from various entities and programs to determine what avenues need to be taken

to ensure that all possible revenue opportunities are captured. Review the data gathered and

report findings back to the Facility Revenue Manager. The findings are used to identify possible

problem area and assist in collaborating with the Billing Dept. to develop training needs for

providers and staff.

• Assist in the helping patients with their bills and insurance information making sure there

are no changes.

• Educate patients of the benefits and the process of the way we bill insurance.

• Educate patients on the why they must get a means test done every year, also giving them

information that can give them an over view on the types of categories and their benefits.

• Helping patients with their bills by providing them with forms such as waivers and do payment

plans so they will not get their checks garnish by collectors.

• Educate patients on the why they must get a means test done every year, also giving them

information that can give them an over view on the types of categories and their benefits.

• Helping patients with their bills by providing them with forms such as waivers and do payment

plans so they will not get their checks garnish by collectors.

• Calling and sending letters to patients to provide them with information on their bills.

• Working on tort cases which veterans have a law firm working on their behalf on a case they have and

need information on the veteran's medical records and billing statements.

• Do the best of my ability to answer any questions or concerns the veterans have during their visit.

• We run 1st party reports to make sure the veterans get charge for visits that are non-service connected

and bill them the copay.

• Support Veterans with getting the right information that will help them get their questions and issues

resolve in a timely manner.

• Verify that health insurance is current, and that the health insurance company covers benefits. If no

insurance will verify with patient if they do in fact have health insurance claims

Loan Officer/Loan Processor

• Meet with customers to determine their needs and recommend the right loan products to help meet their goals

• Maintain an active knowledge base of all the organization’s loan products and an understanding of the qualifications

Required of each applicant

• Identify and recommend products that meets the customer’s needs and the organization’s lending guidelines

• Review active loan files each day to determine if any documents are missing or what can be done to help the

process along

• Utilize professional judgement to determine which potential borrowers represent good risk opportunities for the

organization

• Review initial loan approval and work with borrower to gather appropriate documentation

• Collect all required documentation for the loan package

• Create a loan submission package for the Underwriting department

• Submit files to assigned Underwriter

• Satisfy all conditions when received from Underwriter

• Ensure that approval falls within the established lending guidelines

• Communicate with other professionals, including attorneys, county clerks and title companies

DEVRY UNIVERSITY

Graduate Date Expected – October 2015

Bachelor of Science - Health Management Information Technology

DEVRY UNIVERSITY

Graduate – September 2013

Associate of Science - Health Information Management Technology

UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX

Graduate – March 2011

Associate of Arts - Health Administration

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