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ANNA LUTZ

Newton,N.C.

Summary

Motivated to support patient medical needs by efficiently verifying insurance, scheduling appointments and organizing documents. Forward-thinking and resourceful with good interpersonal skills, a strong attention to detail and a positive and upbeat mentality.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Veterinary Receptionist

Medicine Man Veterinary Hospital, Pllc & Mobile Veterinary Service
Morganton, NC
01.2024 - Current
  • Answered multiple line phone system for busy animal care facility and responded to questions regarding pricing and services.
  • Assisted veterinarians in examining, diagnosing and treating animals for various illnesses and injuries.
  • Gathered specimens such as urine, blood and fecal samples for laboratory analysis.
  • Restrained animals during examination or treatment procedures using appropriate techniques according to species size and temperament.
  • Ordered medication refills when needed.
  • Monitored front desk operations to ensure smooth flow of traffic during peak hours.
  • Prepared invoices for services rendered at the clinic and collected payments from clients.
  • Restocked and sanitized exam rooms for ample supplies and disease control between appointments.

Medical Coding and Billing Specialist

ProHealth Desk
Gastonia, NC
06.2021 - 08.2023
  • Verified accuracy of billing information prior to submitting claims to insurance companies.
  • Researched denied claims to determine the cause of denial and corrected errors as needed.
  • Assigned appropriate codes using ICD-10-CM for diagnosis, CPT for procedures, HCPCS for supplies and modifiers as required by payers.
  • Maintained detailed accounts receivable aging reports on a daily basis to ensure timely payments from patients and insurance companies.
  • Performed data entry into electronic health record system for all relevant patient information including diagnoses, procedures performed, medications prescribed .
  • Communicated with healthcare personnel, including practitioners to promote accuracy.
  • Evaluated and verified benefits and eligibility.
  • Posted and adjusted payments from insurance companies.
  • Communicated with insurance providers and resolved denied claims for resubmission.
  • Calculated adjustments, premiums and refunds.

Patient Service Representative

FryeCare Hickory Family Practice Associates
Hickory, NC
08.2018 - Current
  • Utilized customer service skills and detailed system knowledge to support hospital and clinic operations.
  • Checked daily doctor schedules and verified insurance.
  • Checked claims for errors, corrected issues and mailed out in a timely manner.
  • Scheduled patient appointment and procedures with Athena.net.
  • Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments with patients and healthcare professionals.
  • Accessed patient information through variety of office software applications, maintaining strict confidentiality to remain compliant with HIPAA regulations.
  • Coordinated between patients and healthcare professionals to meet patient needs.
  • Greeted visitors and established purpose of visit to complete check-in procedure quickly.
  • Collected and processed copayments and out-of-pocket charges.

Home furnishings and sleep experience consultant

Ashley HomeStore
Hickory, NC
03.2018 - 06.2018
Greeting guests upon arriving in the retail showroom, learning their motivation for their visit and developing a lasting customer relationship.
Selling complete furniture solutions and sleep systems to customers.Utilizing sales and up-selling techniques. Marketing new sales, special events, and financing options.Assisting customers in financing, purchasing, delivery and ultimate satisfaction.Increasing personal knowledge of products, sales techniques, and promotions through continuous professional training and development.Utilize tablets to verify inventory levels, delivery dates, process finance applications, and complete written sales orders.Maintain customer relationship with follow up calls upon delivery.Entering potential leads into the CRM system.
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Assistant Store Manager

The Children's Place
Hickory, NC
03.2008 - 01.2018

Delivered excellent customer service by greeting and assisting each customer.

Addressed customer inquiries and resolved complaints.

Design and implement customer satisfaction metrics.

Opened a new store location and assisted in training new staff.

Stocked and restocked inventory when shipments were received.

Reorganized the sales floor to meet company demands.

Directed and supervised employees engaged in sales.

Inventory taking and reconciling cash receipts.

Fulfill customer shipping needs using UPS and USPS methods.

Completed weekly schedules according to payroll policies.

Trained new managers on store procedures and policies.

Trained staff to deliver outstanding customer service.

Contributed to merchandising ideas at team sales meetings.

Education

Bunker Hill High School
2008

Skills

  • Results-oriented
  • File/records maintenance
  • Quick learner
  • Operations management
  • Team oriented
  • Retail inventory management
  • Training and development
  • CRM systems
  • Medical billing
  • Appointment confirmation
  • Scheduling appointments
  • Patient-oriented

Timeline

Veterinary Receptionist

Medicine Man Veterinary Hospital, Pllc & Mobile Veterinary Service
01.2024 - Current

Medical Coding and Billing Specialist

ProHealth Desk
06.2021 - 08.2023

Patient Service Representative

FryeCare Hickory Family Practice Associates
08.2018 - Current

Home furnishings and sleep experience consultant

Ashley HomeStore
03.2018 - 06.2018

Assistant Store Manager

The Children's Place
03.2008 - 01.2018

Bunker Hill High School
ANNA LUTZ