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ADRIENNE CALAHAN

Chicago,IL

Summary

Dedicated and empathetic Medical Assistant offering experience in direct patient care and medical office management experience. Committed to obtaining highest level of patient satisfaction. Dedicated to complying with regulatory and practice standards. Cultivates trust and rapport with patients through excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Advanced Medical Support Assistant G-6 STEP 01

Jesse Brown VA Medical Center
Chicago , IL
2024.01 - Current
  • Schedule cancel and reschedule appointments/or consults for the Veterans Affair and Department of Defense, and patients that are no show the patients is contracted via phone to reschedule a follow up appointment.
  • Provide medical documents in preparation for appointments for patients and staff.
  • Coordinate with administrative services such as active-duty members, veterans, family members and caregivers for clinical support.
  • Assist with registration within the VA for new/transfer· patients as well as My Healthy Vet.
  • Use of different types of computerized programs and databases sensitive information such as electronic medical records scheduling system VISTA, CPRS and Microsoft Office.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient medical history, medications, test results, and other pertinent information in electronic health record system.
  • Performed administrative tasks such as filing, faxing, photocopying and scanning documents.
  • Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations related to the protection of confidential patient information.
  • Assisted with the scheduling of patient appointments and follow-up visits.
  • Answered phone calls from patients or healthcare providers and responded to inquiries professionally.

Patient Service Representative Eye Clinic

University of Chicago
Chicago , IL
2023.10 - 2024.01
  • Greeted patients upon arrival and directed them to the appropriate area.
  • Scheduled patient appointments over phone and in person, maximizing productivity.
  • Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments with patients and healthcare professionals.
  • Scheduled patient appointments that includes vision fields and glaucoma
  • Accessed patient information through various software applications, maintaining strict confidentiality to remain compliant with HIPAA regulations.
  • Supported hospital and clinic operations using customer service skills and detailed system knowledge on Epic
  • Prepared letters sent to patients for NO SHOW patients with a reschedule appointment.
  • Provided helpful assistance by anticipating and responding to needs of patients and family members.
  • Scanned completed forms, identification and insurance cards, maintaining patient documents folder.
  • Answered patient questions and fielded complaints to resolve issues.
  • Obtained insurance verification and authorization to submit financial clearance of patient accounts.
  • Verified demographics and insurance information to register patients in computer system.

  • Verified patients' insurance and payment methods and collect past due balances and co payments.

Patient Service Representative Float Pool/Spine Specialist

Northwestern Memorial Hospital
Chicago , IL
2014.10 - 2023.06
  • Greeted patients upon arrival and directed them to the appropriate area.
  • Inputted patient demographic data into electronic health record system.
  • Performed administrative duties such as filing, faxing, photocopying.
  • Scanned documents into electronic health record system as needed.
  • Provided customer service by answering patient questions and addressing concerns.
  • Sorted and distributed incoming mail daily.
  • Maintained a clean and organized reception area.
  • Adhered to HIPAA regulations when handling confidential patient information.
  • Verified insurance information, collected payments, and scheduled appointments.
  • Prepared letters for NO SHOW appointments would provide a call to reschedule appointment.
  • Assisted with scheduling follow-up appointments according to provider availability.

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DERMATOLOGY 10-27-2014 TO 06-11-2021

  • Greeted patients upon arrival and directed them to the appropriate area.
  • Inputted patient demographic data into electronic health record system.
  • Performed administrative duties such as filing, faxing, photocopying.
  • Scanned documents into electronic health record system as needed.
  • Provided customer service by answering patient questions and addressing concerns.
  • Sorted and distributed incoming mail daily.
  • Maintained a clean and organized reception area.
  • Adhered to HIPAA regulations when handling confidential patient information.
  • Verified insurance information, collected payments, and scheduled appointments.
  • Prepared letters for NO SHOW appointments would provide a call to reschedule appointment.
  • Assisted with scheduling follow-up appointments according to provider availability.
  • Collected co payments and past due balances

Patient Service Representative Emergency Room

Louis A. Weiss Hospital
Chicago , IL
2010.07 - 2012.11
  • Greeted patients upon arrival and directed them to the appropriate area.
  • Ensured all necessary paperwork was completed prior to patient visits.
  • Performed administrative duties such as filing, faxing, photocopying.
  • Maintained a clean and organized reception area.
  • Informed patients about payment options, billing policies, and procedures related to their visit or procedure.
  • Answered incoming calls in a professional manner.
  • Scanned documents into electronic health record system as needed.
  • Inputted patient demographic data into electronic health record system.
  • Verified insurance information, collected payments, and scheduled appointments.

Education

Medical Insurance Coding & Patient Service Rep.

Coyne College
Chicago, IL
2011-02

High School Diploma -

EMIL G HIRSCH METRO
Chicago, IL
1993-06

Skills

  • Medical Insurance
  • Patient Registration
  • Demographic Information
  • Payment Collections
  • Epic
  • Electronic Health Records Management
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Data Entry
  • Patient Records Maintenance
  • Patient Scheduling
  • Disc Uploading
  • Vista a ( GUI)
  • CPRS
  • Customer Relationship Management (CRM)

Accomplishments

● Featured in an article on Northwestern Medicine's website for teamwork acknowledgment.

● Consistently recognized for exceptional performance, repeatedly receiving the Employee of the Month award.

● Responsible for collecting the highest copayments and past-due balances.

● Featured on Northwestern Medicine website for Values Campaign Video on teamwork.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Advanced Medical Support Assistant G-6 STEP 01

Jesse Brown VA Medical Center
2024.01 - Current

Patient Service Representative Eye Clinic

University of Chicago
2023.10 - 2024.01

Patient Service Representative Float Pool/Spine Specialist

Northwestern Memorial Hospital
2014.10 - 2023.06

Patient Service Representative Emergency Room

Louis A. Weiss Hospital
2010.07 - 2012.11

Medical Insurance Coding & Patient Service Rep.

Coyne College

High School Diploma -

EMIL G HIRSCH METRO
ADRIENNE CALAHAN