Raafat Mikhael
Huntington Beach
Summary
Dedicated and detail‑oriented Coder Auditor with CCS certification and extensive U.S. healthcare revenue cycle experience (2018–present). Skilled in clinical documentation review, identifying coding discrepancies, and ensuring compliance with federal guidelines. Backed by a long clinical background as an anesthesiologist, I provide a strong foundation in medical terminology, surgical procedures, and pathophysiology. Additionally, a seasoned Anesthesiologist with more than 20 years of experience administering general, regional, spinal, and epidural anesthesia in multiple surgical specialties, including oncology, general surgery, orthopedics, obstetrics, gynecology, ENT, ophthalmology, and urology. Experienced anesthesiologist with over 20 years of extensive clinical practice in general, regional, and cancer-related anesthesia across major surgical specialties. Proven expertise in managing high‑risk cases, providing safe perioperative care, and collaborating effectively within multidisciplinary teams. Holds valid licenses to practice in Egypt, with a strong track record in government and oncology institutions.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Coder Auditor
Prime Healthcare
01.2018 - Current
- CCS certified (2018).
- Conduct inpatient and outpatient coding audits with high accuracy and compliance to U.S. guidelines.
- Extensive experience with Meditech, Epic, and OneContent systems.
- Review documentation to ensure coding accuracy, reduce denials, and support revenue integrity.
- Remote finalizer for many facilities: Centinela Hospital center (Inglewood, CA)
Desert Valley Hospital (Victor Ville, CA)
Paradise Valley Hospital (National City, CA)
Shasta Regional Medical Center (Redding, CA)
Saint Mary Regional Medical Center (Reno, NV)
Harlingen Medical Center (Harlingen, TX)
Pampa Regional Medical Center (Pampa, TX)
Anesthesiologist
Private Clinics & Hospitals
01.1998 - 01.2016
- Provided anesthesia services across multiple private medical centers and hospitals.
- Performed general, spinal, epidural, regional, and local anesthesia.
- Supported a wide range of surgical specialties including general surgery, OB/GYN, ENT, ophthalmology, orthopedic, urology, and cancer surgeries.
- Ensured safe perioperative management, patient assessment, and postoperative care.
Professor / Educator
Nursing & Health Institute
01.2010 - 01.2015
- Taught anatomy, physiology, general health, and infection control to nursing students.
- Provided clinical education and practical training in perioperative and inpatient settings.
- Contributed to curriculum development and student evaluation.
Assistant General Hospital Manager
Aswan Cancer Institute
01.2002 - 01.2015
- Assisted in overall hospital administration and strategic planning.
- Supported quality improvement initiatives and accreditation requirements.
- Supervised clinical departments and coordinated interdepartmental communication.
Operating Room Manager
Kom Ombo General Hospital & Aswan Cancer Institute
01.2000 - 01.2015
- Managed daily OR operations, scheduling, staffing, and workflow coordination.
- Oversaw anesthesia safety protocols, OR efficiency, and emergency preparedness.
- Ensured compliance with infection control and surgical standards.
Anesthesiologist
Aswan Cancer Institute
01.1998 - 01.2015
- Provided anesthesia for major oncologic cases: breast cancer, GIT tumors (stomach, colon), kidney, bladder, and thoracic surgeries.
- Managed complex cancer patients requiring high‑risk anesthesia care.
Anesthesiologist
Kom Ombo General Hospital
01.1994 - 01.1998
- Delivered anesthesia across all major specialties including OB/GYN, general surgery, ENT, ophthalmology, urology, and orthopedics.
- Performed general, spinal, epidural, and local anesthesia.
Resident of Anesthesia
Kom Ombo General Hospital
01.1994 - 01.1997
- Completed residency with hands‑on experience in all surgical specialties.
General Practitioner
Egypt Ministry of Health
01.1992 - 01.1994
- Managed outpatient and emergency cases and provided general medical care.
Education
Master of Science - Anesthesia
Ain Shams University
Egypt01.1998
M.D. - Faculty of Medicine
Assiut University
Egypt01.1991
Skills
- General anesthesia
- CCS certification
- coding audits
- quality improvement
- team collaboration
- Spinal & epidural anesthesia
- Regional & local anesthesia techniques
- Perioperative patient assessment
- Anesthesia for general surgery
- Obstetric & gynecologic anesthesia
- ENT anesthesia
- Ophthalmology anesthesia
- Orthopedic anesthesia
- Urology anesthesia
- Oncologic surgery anesthesia
- Emergency anesthesia
- Critical care support
- ICU anesthesia
- Placement of PICC lines
- Placement of central IV lines
- Placement of permcath catheters
- Meditech
- Epic
- OneContent
- ICD-10-CM/PCS
- CPT
- HCPCS
- Medical auditing
- CDI review
- Surgical terminology
- Oncologic terminology
- Documentation integrity
- Compliance
- Revenue cycle processes
Certification
- CCS Certification (Certified Coding Specialist), AHIMA, Active
- Licensed Anesthesiologist, Egypt, Active
- Licensed to work at Aswan Cancer Institute, Active
Additional Information
CCS Certified (2018), Valid license to practice anesthesia in Egypt, Over 20 years of clinical anesthesia experience + 7+ years U.S. coding/auditing experience, Valid license to practice anesthesia in Egypt., Over 20+ years of experience in government and oncology hospitals.
Personal Information
- Citizenship: United States
- Date of Birth: 01/01/66
Timeline
Coder Auditor
Prime Healthcare
01.2018 - Current
Professor / Educator
Nursing & Health Institute
01.2010 - 01.2015
Assistant General Hospital Manager
Aswan Cancer Institute
01.2002 - 01.2015
Operating Room Manager
Kom Ombo General Hospital & Aswan Cancer Institute
01.2000 - 01.2015
Anesthesiologist
Private Clinics & Hospitals
01.1998 - 01.2016
Anesthesiologist
Aswan Cancer Institute
01.1998 - 01.2015
Anesthesiologist
Kom Ombo General Hospital
01.1994 - 01.1998
Resident of Anesthesia
Kom Ombo General Hospital
01.1994 - 01.1997
General Practitioner
Egypt Ministry of Health
01.1992 - 01.1994
Master of Science - Anesthesia
Ain Shams University
M.D. - Faculty of Medicine
Assiut University