Kiano Banki
@kianobanki
Registered Health Information Administrator specializing in medical coding, HIM, and data-driven compliance.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
I am a goal-driven Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) with extensive experience in medical coding (ICD-10-CM, CPT), health records management, data integrity, and regulatory compliance across hospital and clinical settings. I have a proven track record of accurate inpatient coding, resolving complex record discrepancies, and improving workflows while maintaining productivity and adherence to JCAHO and organizational standards.
I combine analytical, detail-oriented problem solving with strong interpersonal and leadership skills to build effective teamwork and professional relationships. My background includes roles from coding technician to Coding Specialist III, MPI support, clinical research assistance, and instructional experience, demonstrating adaptability and a commitment to continuous improvement in health information management.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
NHReview and analyze inpatient medical records to assign accurate diagnostic and procedural codes, ensuring compliance with coding regulations and maintaining productivity and accuracy across hospital cases since May 2022.
Coding Specialist II
New Hanover Regional Medical Center
Aug 2016 - May 2022 (5 years 9 months)
Coded and charged patient charts across pediatric and specialty clinics (ED, Home Health, Neurology, Pulmonology, Gastroenterology, Endocrinology), ensuring accurate billing and documentation from August 2016 to May 2022.
Coding Technician
New Hanover Regional Medical Center
Jul 2015 - Aug 2016 (1 year 1 month)
Performed account combinations, Medicare first- and second-level appeals, physician query management, and coded query responses to support revenue cycle and claims accuracy from July 2015 to August 2016.
MPI Support Associate
New Hanover Regional Medical Center
Jan 2014 - Dec 2015 (1 year 11 months)
Researched and resolved patient identity and duplicate record issues using EPIC, HPF and LDA, merged duplicate records, and verified demographics to ensure accurate patient master index from 2014 to 2015.
Health Information Support
Who Is Who Corporation
Jan 2012 - Dec 2014 (2 years 11 months)
Produced and maintained accurate online content about medical practitioners and health topics, synthesizing current studies and professional publications to ensure information currency from 2012 to 2014.
Student Intern & Volunteer
Dwight D. Eisenhower Army Medical Center
Jan 2010 - Dec 2011 (1 year 11 months)
Conducted HIM tasks including coding, filing, quantitative and qualitative medical record analysis, data entry, and documentation verification during a 2010–2011 internship.
Teacher
Columbia County Schools
Jan 2006 - Dec 2008 (2 years 11 months)
Provided instructional and tutorial services in Biology and Chemistry and supported district high school educational objectives from 2006 to 2008.
Student Clinical Research Assistant
Georgia Health and Science University
Jan 1997 - Dec 1998 (1 year 11 months)
Assisted with molecular biology assays (DNA isolation, sequencing, PCR, Western blot), verified clinical tests, and supported data collection and analysis during 1997–1998 research activities.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
GUGeorgia Health Sciences University
Post-Baccalaureate Certificate, Health Information Administration
Activities and societies: Internship at Dwight D. Eisenhower Army Medical Center
Completed a Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Health Information Administration (RHIA) with an internship at Dwight D. Eisenhower Army Medical Center.
GUGeorgia Health Sciences University
Bachelor's Degree, Medical Technology
Activities and societies: Minor in Biology; internship at Medical College of Georgia Hospital
Awarded a Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology with a minor in Biology and completed an internship at Medical College of Georgia Hospital.
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