Health Information Management

Leon D. Williams, RHIT

Lawrenceville, Georgia ***44

Phone: 770-***-****

E-Mail: ***************@***.***

OBJECTIVE: To contribute to an organization in need of a mature self-starter who quickly provides high-quality service to clients, masters new procedures, and offers a strong ability to develop ideas that increase productivity and efficiency.

SKILLS:

Coding Inpatient and Outpatient Surgeries

Coding Inpatient Consultation and Progress Notes

Coding Personal Injury Cases

Determining MS-DRG Assignment &Validation

Specialize in ICD-10-CM/PCS coding

Specialize in CPT Coding / HCPCS

Maintain/Create Electrical Medical / Health Records

Analyze Financial Data

Extensive Knowledge of Medical Terminology

EDUCATION:

B.S.: Health Information Management

Western Governors University

A.A.S.: Health Information Management Technology

Lanier Technical College

CERTIFICATIONS:

Certified Data Analytics Specialist

Certified Health Information Tech Specialist

Certified Revenue Cycle Specialist

Certified Release of Information Specialist

Certified Home Hemodialysis Technician

CPR Certified

LICENSES:

Registered Health Information Technician Credential Number: 274220

TECHNOLOGY: Microsoft Office (highly proficient in Excel), Computer System R, ROI Software, Point Click Care, Matrix, Athena One, NexGen, MySQL, FileMaker, Epic, Tableau Software, SIS, Rivet, Availity

WORK HISTORY:

Apex Spine and Neurosurgery February 2024 - Present

RHIT Lead Coding Manager / Assistant Accounts Receivable Manager

Supervise six employees

Improved team success by implementing a thorough review process and cross-checking system

Perform internal coding audits for surgical and diagnostic cases: improved coding accuracy by 20%.

Improved revenue generation by filing appeals for denied claims and resubmitting

Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, and stay up to date on industry standards

Assign accurate ICD-10-CM/PCS, CPT, and HCPCS codes.

Submit timely claims adhering to payer-specific guidelines

Code inpatient and outpatient neurosurgical encounters: code approx. 650/week

Code MRIs, CTs, X-Rays

Code Injection Procedures

Code Personal Injury Claims

Review Explanation of Benefits (EOB) and Remittances

Review Health Records for Data Integrity, Accuracy and Timeliness

Validate MS-DRGs and APCs, ensuring alignment with CMS guidelines and payer policies.

Collaborate with physicians for query resolution and improved documentation for inpatient procedures.

Review operative reports, progress notes, and imaging to ensure appropriate code capture.

Follow up with medical staff regarding missing information in patient records

Maintain patient confidentiality by adhering to strict HIPAA regulations

Provide exceptional customer service to patients addressing concerns regarding insurance/ billing issues

Leon D. Williams, RHIT

Lawrenceville, Georgia 30044

Phone: 770-***-****

E-Mail: ***************@***.***

Emory St. Joseph's Hospital May 2023 – October 2024 PCT/CNA/CMA

Measured patient pulse oximetry.

Obtained clients' medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.

Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing, and scanning documents.

The task at hand involves recording patient information into the Epic system.

Ensuring the accuracy and completeness of the data entered is of the utmost importance.

This is a critical step in the overall process of providing high-quality healthcare services to patients. Therefore, it is essential to approach the task with diligence and care, ensuring that all relevant information is entered accurately and in a timely manner.

Documented patients' vital signs and health history in clinics and hospitals.

Completed clinical procedures and collected patient data for physicians to review and interpret.

Checked patient vitals, including temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.

Good News Clinic September 2023 - October 2023

HIM Technician (Internship)

Retrieved medical data for physicians and patients.

Performed regular quality and validation assessments on patient data to verify accuracy.

Generated medical reports on patient admissions, treatment, and discharge for various departments

Catalogued patient data in clinical databases and registries by regulatory practices.

Replaced defective components and upgraded office equipment by the technology plan.

Supported team needs with research and problem-solving

Maintained inventory records and documentation for equipment in the database.

Researched problems and utilized technical documentation to implement practical solutions.

Analyzed current information and contributed to the development of plans to address identified needs.

Supported team in the backup and restoration of Microsoft SQL databases.

Supported administrative departments by scanning archived files and importing documents.

Assisted in coding ambulatory care and outpatient visits under supervision

Supported patient data abstraction and validation for both clinical and billing purposes

MILITARY EXPERIENCE:

United States Navy

Hospital Corpsman

Reviewed, maintained, and updated over 1,100 medical records, ensuring completeness and confidentiality

Performed chart reviews, patient education, immunizations, and front desk documentation

Obtained vital signs and patient histories, performed medical exams under the supervision of an Independent Duty Corpsman

Taught over 500 patients using the S.O.A.P. format for documentation.

Ordered labs and x-rays, performed phlebotomy, established IV access and fluids, performed EKGs, and administered immunizations.

Oversaw the Immunization Department alongside three other Corpsmen and ran Shot-Ex’s to provide assembly- line vaccine administrations to over 100 Marine and Corpsman groups.

Responsible for updating recall rosters, taking role/accountability, and submitting leave and liberty paperwork

Scheduled patients for sick and other appointments and organized/filed confidential patient documents.

Efficiently assisted hospital corpsman officers with emergencies, equipment maintenance, infection control, and laboratory test procedures.

Provided patient care and administered minor first aid procedures.

Supervised and constructed the cleaning and packaging of surgical instruments.

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