Experienced Clinical Documentation Specialist with several years of experience within high-stress medical environments with a strong background in reviewing Physician documentation and monitoring clinical documentation requirements. Experienced in performing follow-up documentation reviews, analyzing medical data, and implementing streamlined practices. Equipped with a significant level of communication and interpersonal abilities in addition to a strong background in effectively fostering positive relationships with others.

Riverview Regional Medical Center, Gadsden, AL, May 2015-Present

Clinical Documentation Specialist

• Directly manage several administrative and operational functions within a fast-paced medical environment with a concentration on increasing productivity and efficiency
• Obtain and review Physician documentation for both patient conditions and completed procedures with a focus on supporting the severity of illness, expected risk of mortality, and complexity of patient care
• Demonstrate a keen knowledge of clinical documentation requirements/best practices in addition to DRG assignments and clinical conditions
• Work closely with Case Managers, Nurses, and administrative staff, successfully troubleshoot documentation related issues, and conduct in-depth follow up reviews

Tripoli Medical Centre, Libya, October 1998-January 2010

Medical Doctor

• Utilized superior medical acumen in order to review patient medical conditions within several departments which included pulmonary medicine, gastroenterology, infectious disease department, medical intensive care, and coronary care
• Performed complex medical procedures, developed comprehensive treatment plans based on patient condition, monitored patient status changes, and provided discharge instructions
• Experienced in performing venipuncture, electrocardiograms, biopsies, IV line insertion, peritoneal taping, pleural aspirations, temporary pace maker insertion, and wound care

EPIC Training/Workshop., Argosy University, 2016

M.D., Al Fateh Medical University, Tripoli-Libya

CDIP Certified (2015), CPC Certified (2014), ECFMG Certified

Completed Externships Include:

Alphacare Medical Center/Family Practice (2012), L&H Internal Medicine (2011-2012), and Azure for Health and Human Services (2010-2011)