Portfolio
This page provides details about my academic and professional experiences.
Academic Experience
2022-2025
MS in Human Nutrition
University of Alabama
The Master of Science in Human Nutrition program is designed to prepare nutrition professionals to practice dietetics at an advanced level and/or to pursue doctoral study. By 2024, a graduate degree in nutrition will be required for those wishing to take the registration examination for dietitians.
2019-2021
BS in Nutrition
Concentration: Communication
Arizona State University
The Bachelor of Science in Nutrition program includes exploration of important emerging topics, including developing an evidence-based online presence through social media, blogging and podcasting; creating stand-alone businesses in nutrition, such as individual practices and consulting programs; and entrepreneurship in the food industry through development of new products and services.
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Experiential learning is integrated into the program's curriculum; students have opportunities to work with external stakeholders and community partners specializing in food and nutrition entrepreneurship to gain real-world experience, develop professional relationships, and establish a foundation and direction for their future careers.
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This program prepares students to work in the expanding field of food and nutrition-related entrepreneurial ventures and program initiatives. Graduates are poised to meet within food and nutrition industries the demand for the application of valid nutritional concepts.
1990-1994
BS in Apparel and Merchandising
Colorado State University
The Bachelor of Science in Apparel and Merchandising program focuses on deeply understanding apparel and textile design's cultural and historical components. Students are challenged to master understanding the economic, social, and scientific aspects shaping the textile and apparel industry. The Merchandising Concentration requires graduates to master knowledge and skills in identifying target markets, marketing, and retailing consumer goods.
Professional Experience
Owner/Operator
Nutrition Coach and Personal Trainer - Designing and monitoring personalized nutrition and exercise programs based on client goals, abilities, and anatomy; providing client feedback and accountability for more than 100 clients.
Medical Coder/Compliance Officer
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Developing privacy policies and compliance plan; promoting compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and rules of governmental authorities and payers resulting in 30% reduction in compliance-related incidents in one year.
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Responding to, investigating and documenting complaints regarding privacy practices and compliance violations; addressing violations and monitoring corrective actions resulting in 100% resolution of complaints and compliance violations.
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Coordinating compliance education and training resulting in 40% increase in employee knowledge and compliance with company policies and procedures.
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Coding and auditing of provider office and surgery charges following correct coding standards, reducing provider audit errors by 25%.
Nutrition Intern
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Promoting nutritional principles; contributing to the design and implementation of patient nutrition care plan based on identifying and assessing a patient’s nutritional needs...
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Counseling individuals, advising on healthy eating and determining diet restrictions for each client.
Medical Billing Manager
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Managing 17 employees to achieve surgical pre-certification requirements, reduce accounts receivables, timely claim submission, and accurate payment reconciliation.
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Training, supervising, disciplining, and evaluating personnel, achieving an employee retention rate of 75% for three consecutive years.
