Honor Society® member
Ashley Fanke
- medical billing and coding
- Class of 2025
- Kenosha, Wisconsin
Member since July 2025
About
Hi! My name is Ashley, and I’m currently a full-time student at DeVry University, pursuing a degree in Medical Coding and Billing. I’ve maintained a 4.0 GPA throughout my academic journey and am just three classes away from graduation. I’ve always had a passion for healthcare and am excited to use my skills to support patients and providers through accurate, ethical coding and documentation.
In addition to my studies, I run a small business on Etsy where I create and sell handmade, personalized items. Managing my shop while being a full-time student has taught me valuable lessons in time management, commitment, and customer service. It’s also helped me grow personally and professionally — and has earned me recognition as a Star Seller on the platform.
I’m driven by the belief that hard work and consistency pay off, and I’m proud of how far I’ve come. I look forward to continuing to grow, give back, and make a difference in the healthcare field.
Education
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Devry University
medical billing and coding
2024 – 2025
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MATC
business management
2005 – 2006
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Fort Atkinson HIgh School
general studies
1999 – 2003
Honors and awards
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dean's list
Awarded to students who achieve a GPA of 3.50 or higher while enrolled in at least two courses per session, with no failing or incomplete grades. Recognizes academic excellence each term.
Goals and interests
- Career goal
I plan to begin my career as a medical coder in a healthcare facility, where I can apply my knowledge of medical terminology, coding systems, and healthcare documentation. My long-term goal is to contribute to accurate patient records and efficient billing processes and eventually grow into a leadership or auditing role within the health information management field.
- Graduate school interests
While my immediate focus is completing my undergraduate degree and gaining hands-on experience in medical coding, I’m also considering graduate studies in Health Information Management or Healthcare Administration. I’m passionate about the systems that support patient care behind the scenes, and a graduate degree would allow me to expand my impact, potentially leading to leadership, compliance, or data analytics roles within the healthcare field.
- Outside the classroom
In my free time, I enjoy crafting and running my Etsy shop, where I create handmade items. I also love spending time outdoors gardening and fishing, and I find relaxation in reading and caring for my pets.
Experience
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General Laborer
Maple Leaf Farms
Sep 2022 – May 2024
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baker
Piggly Wiggly
Mar 2019 – Feb 2020
Languages
- English (US) Fluent
