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Brenda Gobel

Yankton County EMS
Yankton,SD
18
years of professional experience

Results-driven professional with over 11 years in billing and medical transcription. Skilled in customer service, invoice processing, and denial management. Committed to optimizing billing procedures for timely reimbursements and accurate patient account management.

Work History

Billing Specialist

11 Years 4 Months
Yankton County EMS | 03.2014 - 07.2025
  • Processed billing statements and ensured accuracy of patient accounts.
  • Managed insurance verification and claims submission for timely reimbursements.
  • Coordinated with healthcare providers to resolve billing discrepancies efficiently.
  • Streamlined invoicing procedures to enhance workflow efficiency and reduce errors.
  • Maintained detailed records of each account''s payment history, providing easy access to information for audit and analysis purposes.
  • Prepared itemized statements, bills, or invoices and recorded amounts due for items purchased or services rendered.

Mental Health Aide

10 Months
Cedar Village Assisted Living Facility | 04.2013 - 02.2014
  • Provided daily emotional support to residents, enhancing overall well-being.
  • Assisted with personal care activities, ensuring dignity and comfort for each resident.
  • Monitored and documented vital signs, reporting changes to nursing staff promptly.
  • Implemented therapeutic activities to promote social interaction and cognitive engagement.
  • Led recreational programs that improved resident participation and satisfaction levels.

Transcriptionist

2 Months
Sanford Health | 02.2013 - 04.2013
  • Transcribed medical reports with high accuracy, ensuring clarity and adherence to confidentiality protocols.
  • Reviewed and edited transcription documents for grammar, punctuation, and formatting consistency.
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals to clarify terminology and improve report quality.
  • Implemented efficient workflow processes to reduce turnaround time for transcription projects.

Medical Transcriptionist

5 Years 2 Months
Yankton Medical Clinic | 12.2007 - 02.2013
  • Transcribed medical reports with high accuracy, ensuring adherence to industry standards.
  • Reviewed and edited transcriptions for clarity and completeness, improving overall quality.
  • Utilized electronic health record (EHR) systems to input and manage patient data efficiently.
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals to clarify terminology and context in documentation.
  • Corrected grammar, spelling, and syntax mistakes in medical records.
  • Accurately documented medical dictation to record patient care records.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

University of South Dakota | Vermillion, SD

I did not graduate from the University of South Dakota due to personal reasons.

Medical Billing & Coding - Medical Billing & Coding

Presentation College | Aberdeen, SD | 08-2014

Medical Transcription - Medical Transcription

Presentation College | Aberdeen, SD | 05-2006

Certificate - Cosmetology

Norfolk Beauty College | Norfolk, NE | 06-1979

Skills

Billing systems and software
Insurance verification
Invoice processing
Customer service
HIPAA compliance
Invoice generation
Claim submission
Denial management
Data entry proficiency
Claims processing

Timeline

Billing Specialist

Yankton County EMS
03.2014 - 07.2025Read More

Mental Health Aide

Cedar Village Assisted Living Facility
04.2013 - 02.2014Read More

Transcriptionist

Sanford Health
02.2013 - 04.2013Read More

Medical Transcriptionist

Yankton Medical Clinic
12.2007 - 02.2013Read More

University of South Dakota

Associate of Science from Nursing
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Presentation College

Medical Billing & Coding from Medical Billing & Coding
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Presentation College

Medical Transcription from Medical Transcription
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Norfolk Beauty College

Certificate from Cosmetology
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Brenda Gobel