Certified coding professional with strong foundation in medical coding systems, compliance regulations, and healthcare documentation. Adept at ensuring precise and accurate code assignment, optimizing reimbursement processes, and maintaining high standards of data integrity. Known for collaborative teamwork and adaptability in dynamic environments, contributing to team success and achieving organizational goals.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Medical Coder
Baxter Health
07.2024 - Current
Improved accuracy of medical coding by thoroughly reviewing patient records and assigning correct codes for diagnoses and procedures.
Reviewed outpatient records and interpreted documentation to identify diagnoses and procedures.
Maintained compliance with industry regulations by staying up-to-date on the latest changes in medical coding guidelines and conventions.
Maintained updated knowledge of coding requirements, through continuing education and certification renewal.
Supported continuous improvement initiatives within the coding department by actively participating in team meetings, trainings, and sharing best practices with colleagues.
Medical Records Tech II
Baxter Health
11.2020 - 07.2024
Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
Purchasing Agent
Ranger Boats - Div. of White River Marine Group
05.2018 - 10.2020
Collaborated with management to assess materials needs and look for improved options to better meet changing demands.
Attended and participated in custom builder meetings.
Prepared and input purchase orders.
Worked with operation managers to develop consistent service levels across all locations.
Connected with logistic company and product suppliers to orchestrate efficient inventory movements and check on revisions.
Reviewed new products and stayed abreast of market changes.
Received and reviewed department supply requisitions and placed appropriate orders based on needs.
Sought out and evaluated vendors, negotiated prices and completed contracts.
Negotiated preferred terms and conditions for company to achieve significant savings.
Executed daily, weekly and monthly reports for proper order placement and provide vendor forecasts.
Parts Specialist
Ranger Boats - Div. of White River Marine Group
10.2013 - 05.2018
Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
Updated customer and vendor accounts with each purchase to support accurate billing.
Supported service department by expertly pulling parts and updating records.
Assisted retail, wholesale and service customers with selecting optimal parts for different needs.
Took numerous orders per week over telephone, in person and through email.
Serviced all walk in customers which requires assessing need, placing order, pulling parts, invoicing, cash and credit card transactions.
Improved customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
Improved operations by working with team members and customers to find workable solutions.
Sales Account Manager
Ranger Boats-Division of White River Marine Group
07.1994 - 10.2013
Dealer Account Manager for various areas of the United States, Canada, Japan and Europe.
Coordinated with the assigned dealer and reps via phone and email to process all dealer orders from start to finish. Help with buying programs/incentives.
Entered dealer orders for stock and custom order boats and trailers.
Ran daily/weekly/monthly reports
Cross checking of order confirmations entered by other account managers for accuracy - colors, options, pricing.
Review the daily spray list before release to production. All orders are checked for accuracy again, colors, options and serial numbers.
Acquire dealer floorplan approval requests from financial institution
Daily processing of delivery paperwork for boat deliveries - invoicing, mso,s, checksheets and warranty packet. Process returning packets for backorders and payments.
Daily posting of boats leaving out on deliveries to accounting
Process all filing and scanning of documents and process debit/credit memos needed.
Education
High School Diploma -
Flippin High School
Flippin, AR
Associate of Applied Science - Health Information Management
Missouri State University
West Plains, MO
05-2025
Skills
Diagnostic coding accuracy
HIPAA compliance awareness
Clinical documentation review
Continuing education commitment
Electronic health records navigation
Organizational growth
Medical terminology
Anatomy and physiology
Inpatient records coding
Teamwork
Certified coding specialist (CCS) - Soon
Education and Training
other
Timeline
Certified Medical Coder
Baxter Health
07.2024 - Current
Medical Records Tech II
Baxter Health
11.2020 - 07.2024
Purchasing Agent
Ranger Boats - Div. of White River Marine Group
05.2018 - 10.2020
Parts Specialist
Ranger Boats - Div. of White River Marine Group
10.2013 - 05.2018
Sales Account Manager
Ranger Boats-Division of White River Marine Group
07.1994 - 10.2013
High School Diploma -
Flippin High School
Associate of Applied Science - Health Information Management
Missouri State University
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