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Medical Transcriptionist Coder

Location:
Bakersfield, CA, 93307
Posted:
August 07, 2025

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Resume:

Regena Palmer

**** ******** *****, ***** **

Bakersfield, CA 93307 661-***-****

*********@*****.***

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY:

Administrative professional with proven track record of producing

high-quality transcriptions. Known for accuracy and timely delivery,

ensuring patient records are meticulously maintained. Reliable team player,

adapting to changing needs and prioritizing collaborative success. Successfully transitioned from medical transcriptionist to outpatient medical coder.

SKILLS:

Fast, accurate typing skills

Proofreading expertise

Dedicated work ethic

Understanding of HIPAA compliance requirements

Attention to detail

WORK HISTORY:

MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTIONIST

Jose Soto, M.D. Bakersfield, CA 10/2018 to 06/2020

Completed dictation backlog for 50+ patients within a 6-month period.

Front office duties including scheduling patients, greeting patients upon

arrival for their appointments, answering telephones, and accounts

payable.

11/2017 to 08/2018

MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTIONIST

Department of State Hospitals Atascadero, CA

Transcribed all dictations from the digital transcription system to include

history and physical exams, and psychiatric evaluations.

Proficient in the English language, grammar, and punctuation.

Specializes in forensic, legal, and medical terminology and transcription.

Regena Palmer

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OUTPATIENT MEDICAL CODER 2009 to 2012

Kaiser Foundation Hospital Walnut Creek, CA

Reviewed and analyzed patient records to ensure accurate coding of

outpatient services.

Assigned codes for diagnoses, treatments, and procedures according to

the appropriate classification system for outpatient encounters.

Utilized ICD-10 and CPT coding systems to assign appropriate codes for

diagnoses and procedures.

Resourcefully used various coding books, procedure manuals, and on-line

encoders.

Collaborated with healthcare providers to clarify documentation and

resolve coding discrepancies.

Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, ensuring adherence to

best practices in medical coding.

Upheld strict confidentiality policies regarding sensitive patient information

while adhering to HIPAA requirements.

Supported compliance initiatives through meticulous adherence to coding

guidelines and regulations.

MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTIONIST 2009 to 2012

Kaiser Foundation Hospital Walnut Creek, CA

Transcribed information using word processing, dictation and transcription

software and equipment.

Ensured consistent formatting across all documents, adhering to

established templates and style guides for report presentation.

Maintained 98% accuracy rate for spelling and content.

Contributed to a professional work environment by consistently meeting

deadlines and maintaining open communication with supervisors and

colleagues.

Maintained security and privacy of records to protect patients and

providers.

Regena Palmer

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MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTIONIST

Identified and rectified inconsistencies, deficiencies and discrepancies in

medical documentation.

Expedited urgent document requests, ensuring prompt delivery of critical information to healthcare provide.

Stayed up to date with medical terminology and industry trends to maintain

accuracy in transcriptions.

Reduced errors in medical records by conducting thorough reviews and

corrections of transcriptions before submission.

Expertly transcribed medical reports for variety of physicians in hospital

setting.

Conducted research to clarify dictated information and resolve

discrepancies.

EDUCATION

Santa Barbara City College, Certificate of Completion Medical Coding

American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) Completed course work for certificate of Certified Outpatient Coder

Some College (No Degree) Medical Terminology

Heald Business College

REFERENCES

Velina, Handel, 510-***-****. Colleague at Kaiser Permanente.

223 Brushwood Place Brentwood, CA, 94513

Cynthia, Mendez, 805-***-****, Transcription Department Manager, Department of State Hospitals, Atascadero, CA

Jose, Soto, M.D., 661-***-****,

2323 16th Street, Bakersfield, CA, 93301



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