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Imari Freeman

New Orleans

Summary

Certified Professional Coder (CPC-A) with four years of healthcare and administrative experience supporting patient scheduling, medical documentation, and patient-centered workflows. Known for strong accuracy, professionalism, and effective communication within fast-paced clinical environments. Skilled in EMR systems, HIPAA compliance, and coordinating with multidisciplinary teams.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Food Service Worker

Department of Veterans Affairs
07.2023 - Current

Communicates with 20+ Veterans daily to collect meal selections that align with physician diet orders and clinical requirements. Coordinates with interdisciplinary teams, including nurses, dietitians, and physicians, to ensure accurate patient information and timely service. Documents menu changes, allergies ,and patient preferences with strong attention to detail and accuracy. Maintains compliance with VA policies, sanitation standards, and HIPAA confidentiality.

Appointment Coordinator

Opelousas General Health System
05.2022 - 07.2023

Served as the primary scheduler for outpatient specialty clinic appointments, utilizing electronic medical records (EMR) to ensure accuracy and efficiency in all scheduling activities. Verified patient demographics, insurance coverage, and referral details to maintain up-to-date records and ensure smooth appointment workflows. Collaborated with physicians and nursing staff to coordinate provider availability with patient needs, initiated consults, tracked follow-up care, and managed waitlists to minimize no-shows. Demonstrated strong communication skills in resolving scheduling conflicts and managing high call volume with professionalism and empathy, all while ensuring compliance with HIPAA and patient confidentiality standards.

Mail Processing Clerk

United States Post Office
10.2021 - 04.2022

Operated mail processing machinery and manually sorted mail to ensure timely delivery and accuracy;bundled, labeled, and routed sorted mail to appropriate distribution areas.

Education

High School Diploma -

LB Landry High
New Orleans, LA
05.2021

Skills

  • CPT, ICD-10-CM, HCPCS
  • Clinical Documentation
  • EMR/EHR Systems (Epic, CPRS, VistA)
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Patient Coordination
  • Scheduling
  • Data Entry (40 WPM)
  • Medical Terminology
  • Communication
  • Time Management

Certification

Certified Professional Coder (CPC-A), AAPC-2025

Timeline

Food Service Worker

Department of Veterans Affairs
07.2023 - Current

Appointment Coordinator

Opelousas General Health System
05.2022 - 07.2023

Mail Processing Clerk

United States Post Office
10.2021 - 04.2022

High School Diploma -

LB Landry High
Imari Freeman