Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Access Representative
Community Health Network (Westview Hospital)
06.2005 - Current
Secured patient information and confidential medical records in compliance with HIPAA privacy rule standards to protect patient's privacy.
Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations to maintain confidentiality of sensitive patient information during all interactions.
Stayed calm under pressure to and successfully dealt with difficult situations.
Obtained patient's insurance information and determined eligibility for benefits for specific services rendered.
Adapted quickly to changing demands within the healthcare environment, demonstrating flexibility and a strong commitment to quality patient care.
Collected and entered patient demographic and insurance data into computer database to establish patient's medical record.
Provided excellent customer service through active listening skills, understanding patient needs, and offering tailored solutions where applicable.
Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering strong relationships among colleagues, promoting teamwork, and sharing best practices.
Performed patient scheduling and registration functions to serve as initial contact point for medical office visits.
Received patient co-pay amounts and discussed options to satisfy remainder of patient financial obligations.
Managed challenging situations effectively by remaining calm under pressure while resolving conflicts or addressing dissatisfied patients professionally.
Enhanced overall patient experience with empathetic communication and thorough explanations of insurance benefits and coverage.
Facilitated smooth billing processes by verifying insurance eligibility, obtaining authorizations, and accurately entering claim details into the system.
Identified insurance payment sources and listed payers in proper sequence to establish chain of payment.
Providing excellent customer service by promptly answering patient inquiries.
Streamlined patient registration processes by implementing efficient data collection methods and reducing wait times.
Utilized knowledge of electronic medical record systems and medical terminology to perform diverse data entry tasks.
Developed proficiency in various healthcare software programs for accurate documentation of patient encounters and streamlined workflows within the department.
Improved patient satisfaction scores by actively addressing concerns and providing prompt assistance during the check-in process.
Greeted and assisted patients with check-in procedures.
Verified patient insurance eligibility and entered patient information into system.
Answered incoming calls, scheduled appointments and filed medical records.
Education
Medical/Dental Office Administration
Kaplan College - Indianapolis
Indianapolis, IN
01.2005
Massage Therapy
PCI
Indianapolis
06.2008
Skills
Customer Service
Insurance Verification
HIPAA Compliance
Patient Registration
Patient check-in
Multitasking and Organization
Appointment Scheduling
Phone and Email Etiquette
Medical Terminology
Strong empathy
Problem-Solving
Team Collaboration
Money Handling
Insurance Billing
Eligibility Determination
Payment Processing
Patient Education
Information Collection
Registration management
Registration and Scheduling
Attention to Detail
Caring and Empathetic
Medical insurance
Calm and Effective Under Pressure
Insurance Authorizations
Punctual and Hardworking
Insurance verifying
Administrative and Office Support
Resolving Problems
Payment Collection
Clerical and Filing Support
50 WPM Typing Speed
Conflict Resolution
Schedule Coordination
Patient Intake
Benefits Explanation
Timeline
Patient Access Representative
Community Health Network (Westview Hospital)
06.2005 - Current
Medical/Dental Office Administration
Kaplan College - Indianapolis
Massage Therapy
PCI
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