Medical coder

Posted on: 2008-09-05

VANAJA PATCHIPULUSU 4806 SE 28th AVE Apt#521 Portland OR 97202 Home: 971-255-0692 [email protected] CAREER OBJECTIVE: Seeking for a Medical Coder position in a clinic/hospital where I can utilize my extensive computer and medical knowledge, strong organizational abilities, demonstrating quality communication skills. QUALIFICATION SUMMARY: • 3 + years of experience as a Medical coder, strong knowledge with regards to Medical Coding guidelines and Coding techniques (ICD-9 & CPT), usage of Modifiers, proficient in Physician outpatient coding, and Medical Terminology. Very efficient in using MS Office Software including MS word, excel, power point in addition to ENCODER Pro software, possessor of effective communication and interpersonal skills. • 4 years of experience as a lecturer in Biochemistry. Instructed a large number of B.Sc. & M.Sc. graduates in Biochemistry. EDUCATION: COURSE OF STUDY SUBJECT Board / University YEAR OF PASSING % OF MARKS M.Phil Biotechnology Periyar University - Results awaiting M.Sc., Biochemistry Andhra University March, 2003 72.5 B.Sc., Microbiology, Biochemistry and Chemistry Acharya Nagarjuna University March, 2001 90 Intermediate (+2) Botany, Zoology, Physics and Chemistry Board of Intermediate Education, Hyderabad March, 1998 81 S.S.C (10th class) General Science, Social Studies and Mathematics Board of Secondary Education, Hyderabad March, 1996 85 PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Medical Coder: Onemedspace India, Hyderabad, India Jan 2005 to Jan 2008 • Performing Physician outpatient coding for medical centers located in USA.Coding medical records with ICD-9, CPT codes, modifiers while maintaining 99% accuracy and achieving productivity goals, utilizing Encoder pro software. • Well experienced in coding Gastroenterology, Orthopedic, Bariatric surgery reports with good knowledge of Radiology, ER, E&M coding procedures. • Well versed with new CPT, ICD guidelines, usage of modifiers, current CCI edits in order to receive the optimum reimbursement to which one is legally entitled. • Proficient knowledge in anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, and ability to understand patient care charts and histories. • Maintaining communication with team lead for upcoming guidelines and new updates. • Working with the management on developing terms & conditions related to target & quality parameters. Lecturer: St. Pious PG College, Hyderabad, India Vignan School of PG Studies, Guntur, India June 2003 to Dec 2006 Subjects covered: o Biomolecules o Metabolism of biomolecules o Biotechnology o Immunology o Molecular biology o Enzymology o Cellbiology o Bioorganic chemistry o Microbial biochemistry o Radioactivity o Techniques (Chromatography, Electrophoresis, Spectroscopy, Centrifugation, Blotting) • Participated in various National Seminars, Workshops and Symposiums ACHIEVEMENTS: • Secured first class with Distinction in M.Sc • Awarded Gold Medal for securing university first at B.Sc. • Secured consecutively college first in B.Sc Ist, IInd and IIIrd years in all subjects