Lanisha Russ
Oakland,CA
Summary
Certified Medical Coder with 10+ years of experience. Skilled in interpreting clinical information, coding diagnoses and procedures, and maintaining compliance with healthcare regulations and coding guidelines. Detailed oriented professional with a proven ability to maintain accuracy, efficiency, and quality while consistently exceeding productivity goals. A reliable and adaptable team player with a strong ability to quickly learn and apply new skills.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Records Coder
Contra Costa County
Martinez, CA
06.2015 - Current
- Assigned accurate ICD-10 and CPT codes to diagnoses and procedures, ensuring strict adherence to coding guidelines and compliance requirements.
- Utilized coding software to apply appropriate codes for diagnoses and procedures.
- Interacted with physicians and other healthcare staff to ask questions regarding patient services.
- Verified signatures and checked electronic health records for accuracy and completion.
- Increased efficiency through effective time management and prioritization of tasks.
Birth Certificate Clerk
Contra Costa County
Martinez, CA
02.2007 - 06.2015
- Processed up to 20 birth certificate applications per day with attention to detail and adherence to regulatory guidelines.
- Improved the accuracy of birth certificate information by meticulously reviewing and verifying all submitted documents.
- Responded to inquiries from the public regarding birth certificate requests and procedures.
- Assisted in maintaining accurate records within the county's vital statistics database.
- Collaborated with hospital staff and healthcare providers to obtain accurate and complete birth record details for timely registration.
- Trained newly hired clerks in vital record entry, application reviews and verification procedures, and customer service techniques.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
California State University, East Bay
Hayward, CA05-2002
Skills
ICD-10 coding
CPT procedural coding
Clinical documentation
HIPAA compliance
Regulatory guidelines
Medical terminology
Proficiency in Encoder
Time management
Adaptability and flexibility
Multitasking Abilities
Attention to detail
Reliability
Certification
Certified professional Coder (CPC)
Timeline
Medical Records Coder
Contra Costa County
06.2015 - Current
Birth Certificate Clerk
Contra Costa County
02.2007 - 06.2015
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
California State University, East Bay