Taini Ricard

Dedicated and detail-oriented Medical Billing and Coding professional with hands-on experience in anesthesia, pain management, podiatry, cataract, and ENT coding. Strong background in medical assisting, insurance verification, prior authorizations, and administrative support. Known for accuracy, professionalism, and the ability to collaborate effectively with healthcare teams. Seeking a role where I can apply my coding knowledge, administrative skills, and commitment to quality patient care.

Medical Coder at Healthcare Development Systems (Present)

Code and bill anesthesia for pain management, cataract surgeries, podiatry, and otolaryngology

• Code and bill anesthesia for pain management, cataract surgeries, podiatry, and otolaryngology
• Input patient demographics and verify accuracy of documentation
• Correct denials from the clearinghouse to ensure timely reimbursement
• Maintain compliance with coding guidelines and payer requirements

Office Assistant at Stages of Change, LLC (2025-03 – 2025-09)

Administrative support including insurance verification and prior authorizations

• Verified insurance for new and established clients
• Completed Managed Care Organizations to obtain prior authorizations
• Added clients to assessment spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel
• Performed data entry, filing, and administrative support tasks
• Communicated with social workers regarding client needs and updates

Medical Assistant at Tulane Cancer Center (2001-01 – 2003-12)

Clinical support assisting physicians and maintaining patient care standards

• Assisted physicians by taking vitals, venipunctures, and supporting patients during exams
• Called in prescriptions and maintained accurate patient records
• Set up, sanitized, and reset exam rooms for procedures and routine visits
• Scheduled appointments and filed patient charts
• Entered procedure codes and collaborated daily with doctors, nurses, and medical assistants

Certificate in Medical Billing and Coding – Goodwill Technical College (2025-05)

Coursework in Medical Coding – Delgado Community College (2011-01 – 2011-12)

Diploma in Medical Assistant – Cameron College (1995-05)