Dependable ASR III. serving diverse needs of patients through active communication and responsive engagement with healthcare services and policymakers. Skilled at analyzing case files and databases to speed up inquiry response times and guide information through appropriate personnel channels. Maintains highest standards of ethics, professionalism and regulatory compliance to ease common stressors and de-escalate potential conflicts.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Ambulatory Service Representative III
Kelsey Seybold Cypress Clinic
08.2023 - Current
Reviewed account information and explained charges and other related inquiries from patients and insurance carriers in person or via telephone.
Informed patient of self-pay balances owed to facility.
Established payment arrangements according to policies, referring issues to collection manager.
Verified patient insurance eligibility and entered patient information into system.
Answered incoming calls, scheduled appointments and filed medical records.
Provided excellent customer service to patients and medical staff.
Greeted and assisted patients with check-in procedures.
Processed payments using cash and credit cards, maintaining accurate records of transactions.
Trained new staff on filing, phone etiquette and other office duties.
Responded to inquiries by directing calls to appropriate personnel.
Engaged with patients to provide critical information.
Helped address client complaints through timely corrective actions and appropriate referrals.
Resolved customer complaints using established follow-up procedures.
Delivered support to medical staff in completion of patient paperwork.
Worked with patients to ascertain issues and make referrals to appropriate specialists.
Patient Benefit Advisor
HCA Parallon
04.2023 - 08.2023
Explained benefits to plan participants in easy to understand terms in order to educate each on available options.
Resolved issues and inquiries from plan participants regarding health and welfare benefits and deductions through telephone, email, and in-person interactions.
Coordinated and conducted employee orientations to promote understanding of coverage and options.
Analyzed and reported on employee benefits data to identify trends and develop strategies for improvement.
Observed strict procedures to maintain data and plan participant confidentiality.
Patient Access Team Lead
HCA Houston Healthcare Medical Center
06.2022 - 04.2023
Utilized knowledge of electronic medical record systems and medical terminology to perform diverse data entry tasks.
Collected and entered patient demographic and insurance data into computer database to establish patient's medical record.
Identified insurance payment sources and listed payers in proper sequence to establish chain of payment.
Received patient deductibles and co-pay amounts and discussed options to satisfy remainder of patient financial obligations.
Performed patient scheduling and registration functions to serve as initial contact point for medical office visits.
Secured patient information and confidential medical records in compliance with HIPAA privacy rule standards to protect patient's privacy.
Stayed calm under pressure to and successfully dealt with difficult situations.
Providing excellent customer service by promptly answering patient inquiries.
Trained new staff on hospital processes and procedures.
Trained new staff on filing, phone etiquette and other office duties.
Processed payments using cash and credit cards, maintaining accurate records of transactions.
Helped address client complaints through timely corrective actions and appropriate referrals.
Verified patient insurance eligibility and entered patient information into system.
Greeted and assisted patients with check-in procedures.
Provided excellent customer service to patients and medical staff.
Answered incoming calls, scheduled appointments and filed medical records.
Applied administrative knowledge and courtesy to explain procedures and services to patients.
Resolved customer complaints using established follow-up procedures.
Delivered support to medical staff in completion of patient paperwork.
Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
Performed various administrative tasks by filing, copying and faxing documents.
Greeted and interacted with patients to provide information, answer questions and assist with appointment scheduling.
Obtained payments from patients and scanned identification and insurance cards.
Managed office bookkeeping with insurance billing and patient payments.
Lead Patient Services Representative
Houston Methodist West Hospital
04.2012 - 01.2022
Provided exceptional customer service to patients, answering questions and addressing concerns.
Filed and maintained patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
Entered patient demographic and insurance data into electronic medical record system.
Built and maintained positive working relationships with patients and staff.
Managed patient registration process, confirming data accuracy and completeness.
Handled customer service inquiries in person, via telephone and through email.
Applied administrative knowledge and courtesy to explain procedures and services to patients.
Took copayments and compiled daily financial records.
Used EPIC Software to schedule appointments.
Assisted patients in filling out check-in and payment paperwork.
Balanced deposits and credit card payments each day.
Resolved billing inquiries and disputes in timely fashion.
Developed and implemented customer service policies and procedures.
Verified patient insurance eligibility and entered patient information into system.
Provided excellent customer service to patients and medical staff.
Greeted and assisted patients with check-in procedures.
Processed payments using cash and credit cards, maintaining accurate records of transactions.
Facilitated communication between patients and various departments and staff.
Trained new staff on filing, phone etiquette and other office duties.
Responded to inquiries by directing calls to appropriate personnel.
Engaged with patients to provide critical information.
Helped address client complaints through timely corrective actions and appropriate referrals.
Offered simple, clear explanations to help clients and families understand hospital policies and procedures.
Resolved customer complaints using established follow-up procedures.
Delivered support to medical staff in completion of patient paperwork.
Worked with patients to ascertain issues and make referrals to appropriate specialists.
Recommended service improvements to minimize recurring patient issues and complaints.
Used [Software] to schedule appointments.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Management
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ
05.2025
Associate of Applied Science - Health Information Technology
Ultimate Medical Academy - Clearwater
Clearwater, FL
11.2021
High School Diploma -
Washington Marion Magnet High School
Lake Charles, LA
05.1986
Skills
Database Search and Data Entry Skills
Administrative and Office Support
Registration and Scheduling
Calm and Effective Under Pressure
Gathering Information From Patients
Medical Terminology
Resolving Problems
Providing Information and Resources
Timeline
Ambulatory Service Representative III
Kelsey Seybold Cypress Clinic
08.2023 - Current
Patient Benefit Advisor
HCA Parallon
04.2023 - 08.2023
Patient Access Team Lead
HCA Houston Healthcare Medical Center
06.2022 - 04.2023
Lead Patient Services Representative
Houston Methodist West Hospital
04.2012 - 01.2022
Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Management
University of Phoenix
Associate of Applied Science - Health Information Technology
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