Erika Lopez
Pomona,CA
Summary
Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and data integrity analysis skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
EHR Integrity Specialist II (Temp)
Sutter Health Shared Office
09.2024 - Current
- Monitored the systems for data quality, efficiency, operation, and data integrity and appropriately escalated issues
- Identified errors, omissions, and duplications in clinical charts and notified the proper parties regarding corrections
- Assisted in system analysis and the development and documentation of new workflow processes and applications
- Directed, implemented, and updated policies, procedures, and protocols to streamline workflow, improve efficiency, and strengthen quality assurance
- Assisted in training and coaching new employees to ensure a smooth onboarding process
Medical Records Clerk
AccessHope
07.2023 - 05.2024
- Reviews all the physician daily schedule to ensure that all charts have been scanned and are complete prior to the patient's appointment
- Scans and files lab and study reports, physician notes and other approved documents in charts
- Ensures that we obtain medical records as needed and requested when appropriate releases are provided and/or approved
- Ensures the electronic records are organized and accurate according to protocol
- Maintains company code of conduct and patient confidentiality as regulated by HIPAA
EHR Integrity Specialist II
Sutter Health Shared Office
05.2022 - 06.2023
- Monitored the systems for data quality, efficiency, operation, and data integrity and appropriately escalated issues
- Identified errors, omissions, and duplications in clinical charts and notified the proper parties regarding corrections
- Assisted in system analysis and the development and documentation of new workflow processes and applications
- Directed, implemented, and updated policies, procedures, and protocols to streamline workflow, improve efficiency, and strengthen quality assurance
- Assisted in training and coaching new employees to ensure a smooth onboarding process
Medical Records Clerk (Temp)
AccessHope
11.2020 - 04.2021
- Reviewed all the physician daily schedule to ensure that all charts have been scanned and are completed prior to the patient's appointment
- Scanned and filed lab and study reports, physician notes and other approved documents in charts
- Ensured that we obtain medical records as needed and requested when appropriate releases are provided and/or approved
- Ensured the electronic records are organized and accurate according to protocol
- Maintained company code of conduct and patient confidentiality as regulated by HIPAA
HIM Data Integrity Practicum
Pomona Valley Medical Center
08.2020 - 11.2020
- Applied knowledge gained from previous courses in data integrity
- Demonstrated the ability to apply solutions for data integrity capture
- Developed Birth Certificate Guide highlighting data integrity to patients
- Created training HIM material for data integrity staff
- Collaborated with department director on initiatives to highlight importance of data integrity
Ambulatory Charge Analyst
Emanate Health
12.2019 - 06.2020
- Maintained and updated the Charge Description Master (CDM) for the ambulatory service line
- Processed CDM changes and coordinated with all departments to implement changes
- Updated fee schedule used by clinics across several specialties
- Worked closely with the revenue cycle team to ensure charge capture integrity and track trends
- Responsible for charge entry for several specialties including 1206d and free-standing clinics
Health Information Specialist (Temp)
City of Hope
06.2019 - 12.2019
- Verified diagnoses codes for accuracy, completeness, specificity, and appropriateness for services rendered
- Reviewed medical records to validate billing information
- Completed appropriate claims paperwork, documentation, and system entry
- Assisted in collection of medical records for RACs, MACs and ADRs
- Assisted in processing release of information requests
Lead, HIE Data Specialist
Brault Clinical Practice Solutions
12.2014 - 04.2019
- Coordinated and monitored all charts and charge capture processes for fifty hospital sites
- Facilitated record completion by assisting physicians and coders with chart deficiencies
- Assisted with posting of charges, charge corrections and CCI edits
- Conducted quarterly reporting and escalation on accounts with missing charges
- Monitored the use of over twelve EMR applications to identify integration gaps and provide recommendations for improvement
Education
Associate of Science - Health Information Technology
Santa Barbara City College
Santa Barbara, CA12-2020
Certificate - Medical Coding Specialist
Santa Barbara City College
Santa Barbara, CA12-2019
Bachelor of Science - Public Policy, Management And Planning
University of Southern California
Los Angeles, CA05-2006
Skills
- Revenue cycle management
- HIPAA compliance and regulations
- Medical terminology proficiency
- Proficient in several Health information systems
- Health records data integrity
- Analytical thinking
Certification
Patient Identification & Matching Micro-Credential AHIMA July 2023
Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) AHIMA January 2021
Certified Coding Associate (CCA) AHIMA January 2020
Timeline
EHR Integrity Specialist II (Temp)
Sutter Health Shared Office
09.2024 - Current
Medical Records Clerk
AccessHope
07.2023 - 05.2024
EHR Integrity Specialist II
Sutter Health Shared Office
05.2022 - 06.2023
Medical Records Clerk (Temp)
AccessHope
11.2020 - 04.2021
HIM Data Integrity Practicum
Pomona Valley Medical Center
08.2020 - 11.2020
Ambulatory Charge Analyst
Emanate Health
12.2019 - 06.2020
Health Information Specialist (Temp)
City of Hope
06.2019 - 12.2019
Lead, HIE Data Specialist
Brault Clinical Practice Solutions
12.2014 - 04.2019
Associate of Science - Health Information Technology
Santa Barbara City College
Certificate - Medical Coding Specialist
Santa Barbara City College
Bachelor of Science - Public Policy, Management And Planning
University of Southern California
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