Michelle Vitch
Ballston Spa, NY 12020
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-vitch-946972b0/?trk=public-profile-join-page
Summary:
Highly detail-oriented with an excellent track record with medical insurance claims. Skilled in verifying eligibility, submitting claims, and following up on denials to maximize reimbursement. Proficient in Epic, CPT, ICD-10, E/M codes and HCPCS. Followed up on insurance claims to ensure accurate and timely reimbursement.
SKILLS
Advanced medical terminology coding
Customized medical coding for specialty practices
Developing coding policies and procedures
Advanced EHR (electronic health record) troubleshooting
Revenue cycle optimization
Data analytics for billing trends
ICD-10 error resolution and claims denial prevention
Apply coding conventions when assigning diagnosis and procedure codes
Coding Certification Preparation
Contact Insurance Companies to get authorization for procedures
Determine the correct codes for patient records
Determine the levels of E/M services
Enter codes and data into electronic health records and medical billing software
Maintain patient confidentiality
Medical Coding
Medical Insurance Billing
Medical Office Systems
Organizational Dynamics
Verify Insurance
prepare CMS 1500, superbill and company specific insurance forms
EDUCATION
Miller Motte College Chattanooga, TN
Medical Billing and Coding 04/2025
Obtaining certification May 2, 2025.
Indian Lake Central Indian Lake, NY
06/1999
Business Management
Typing and Advanced Typing
WORK EXPERIENCE
JCPenny Charlotte, NC
Retail Associate
Courteously greeted customers and efficiently process transactions within busy, fast-paced retail environments.
Operated cash register, scanners and computers to itemize and total customer purchases; collected payments and made changes for cash transactions; balanced drawer at the end of each shift.
Recommended, selected, and helped locate or obtain merchandise to customers.
Placed special orders to call other stores to find desired items.
Responded to service inquiries and coordinates resolutions with management and floor associates.
Put up signage regarding promotions, changes to store regulations, etc.