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Medical coder and medical researcher searching for a position

vinomodyjr

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El Paso, TX
Vino C. Mody Jr.
6154 Black Mallard Place, El Paso, TX 79932
Cell: 678-427-6511 | Email: vinomodyjr13@gmail.com


Objective
A career in teaching and medical administration, specializing in coding, billing, audit, compliance, data management, analysis, and internal training.


Professional Summary
Dependable and strong team player with extensive experience and expertise in health administration and teaching. Recognized for consistently finishing assignments ahead of schedule.


Work Experience

  • Medical Biller, Quick Claimers Medical Billing (Express Pros), El Paso, TX (04/2023–Present)
  • Practicode Multispecialty, General Surgery & Emergency Department Coding Modules, AAPC (2021)
  • Temporary Medical Coder, University Medical Center, El Paso, TX (12/2019–01/2020)
  • Research Consultant, Steps4Life, Charlotte, NC (5/2019–Present)
  • Remote Medical Coder, Optum & United Health Group, El Paso, TX (4/2018)
  • HIM Coder, Mesa Hills Specialty Hospital, El Paso, TX (1/2017–1/2018)
  • Remote Coder/Auditor, Signature Staff Resources, Miami, FL (1/2016–6/2017)
  • Coding Lecturer, AAPC, SW University, TXHIMA (2015–2019)
  • Medical Researcher, Karolinska Institutet, Sweden (2000–2008)
  • Additional roles in coding, consulting, and training across multiple organizations

Certifications

  • CPC®, CPC-A, COCTM, CCS-P, CCS, CANPCTM, CCVTCTM, CEDCTM, COPCTM, CICP, RMC, REMS, CMC, CMAA, CBCS
  • CPMA Medical Auditing, CPPM Practice Management, ICD-10-CM/PCS Trainer (AHIMA), Expert Level Coding & Billing
  • Multiple specialty certifications: Cardiology, Orthopedic Surgery, Family Practice, General Surgery, Ophthalmology, Emergency Department, Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery, Anesthesia & Pain Management
  • HIPAA Security & Privacy, COVID-19 Coding & Billing, Medical Coding Proficiency (ICD-10, ICD-9)

Skills

  • Medical coding (CPT, ICD-10, ICD-9), medical records software, clinical documentation improvement (CDI), billing, insurance dispute resolution, medical auditing
  • Advanced knowledge of anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, and disease processes
  • Professional conduct in HIPAA and Joint Commission standards
  • Experience with Epic-like systems, DRG analysis, case management, medical transcription, and mobile medicine

Education

  • Graduate Certificates in Cardiology, Orthopedic Surgery, Family Practice, General Surgery, Ophthalmology, Emergency Department, Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery, Anesthesia & Pain Management Coding (AAPC, 2021–2025)
  • Certificate in Medical Coding Specialist (600 Hours), U.S. Career Institute, Fort Collins, CO (2013, 2019)
  • Certificate in ICD-10 Coding, Blackstone Career Institute (2020)
  • Licentiate Degree in Clinical Science for Ophthalmology, Karolinska Institutet, Sweden (2006)
  • B.S. in Molecular Biology, Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN (GPA 3.95, 1993)

Publications & References

  • Author of multiple coding study guides and training tools
  • Professional recommendation available from Kathleen Cahill, CEO, Mesa Hills Specialty Hospital
 
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