Candace Mcclelland
@candacemcclelland
Detail-oriented medical billing and coding professional with extensive experience.
What I'm looking for
I am a dedicated medical billing and coding professional with a strong background in healthcare management and administrative support. With a degree from DeVry University and extensive experience in various medical settings, I have honed my skills in billing, coding, and patient access. My journey in healthcare began with an Associate's degree in Healthcare Management, which laid the foundation for my career in medical billing and coding.
Throughout my career, I have worked with diverse healthcare organizations, including Valdosta Anesthesia and South Georgia Medical Center, where I excelled in managing accounts receivable, processing claims, and ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations. My attention to detail and commitment to accuracy have enabled me to identify and resolve billing discrepancies efficiently, contributing to improved revenue cycles for the organizations I have served.
As I continue to grow in my career, I am eager to leverage my skills in a challenging role that allows me to contribute to a dynamic healthcare team. I am passionate about ensuring that patients receive the best possible care while maintaining the integrity of billing and coding processes.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Behavioral Health Accounts Receivable
BrightSpring Health
Nov 2023 - Present (1 year 9 months)
Identified and supervised Accounts Receivable for behavioral health, demonstrating strong knowledge of government and commercial insurance. Processed all claims with outstanding balances and examined claims for multiple states, ensuring timely follow-up.
Medical Biller & Coder
Valdosta Anesthesia
Apr 2023 - Present (2 years 4 months)
Managed medical billing and coding operations, including updating demographics, scheduling appointments, and verifying insurance. Handled insurance claims, attached necessary documents, and processed recurring monthly payments.
Patient Access Rep/Hybrid Remote
South Georgia Medical Center
Nov 2020 - Present (4 years 9 months)
Updated patient demographics and transcribed X-ray and CT scans, ensuring accurate document filing. Identified CPT, HCPCS, and ICD-10-PCS codes, and administered medication while documenting patient intake.
Optician Assistant/Hybrid Remote
Wilson Eye Center
Feb 2019 - Present (6 years 6 months)
Organized and maintained office records, accurately filing documents in existing folders. Managed phone calls, provided customer support, and performed clerical tasks such as typing, printing, and faxing.
Administrative Assistant
Atlanta Eye Center
Jan 2016 - Present (9 years 7 months)
Maintained accurate office records and managed document filing systems. Handled incoming and outgoing phone calls, providing detailed messages and returning customer inquiries with sufficient answers.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
DeVry University Keller Graduate School
Graduate Certificate, Medical Billing and Coding
2022 - 2023
Completed a graduate program focusing on medical billing and coding practices. Gained expertise in healthcare revenue cycle management and compliance.
Ultimate Medical Academy
Associate of Science, Healthcare Management
2014 - 2016
Obtained an Associate of Science degree in Healthcare Management. Developed foundational knowledge in healthcare administration and operations.
Coffee High School
High School Diploma, General Studies
2002 - 2006
Completed high school education and received a diploma.
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