CANDI PEREZ
Crossville,TN
Summary
Self-motivated insurance verification specialist with 10 years experience in verifying insurance benefits and creating appropriate patient documentation. I specialize in filing accurate electronic claims, adjusting rejected claims, and understanding insurance contracts, appeals, and EOBs. I am also a registered dental assistant with knowledge in dental radiology, charting, dental terminology and appropriate ADA coding. I’m looking to tackle new challenges with a company that values dynamic skills and a strong work ethic.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Insurance Coordinator
Plateau Family Dentistry
Crossville, TN
10.2013 - Current
- Filed and tracked insurance claims and communicated claims status to patients.
- Prepared insurance claims for submission to clearinghouses or insurance companies.
- Verified insurance and communicated coverage to staff and patients.
- Achieved revenue goals by managing collections and accounts receivables, referral process and insurance billing.
Dental Assistant
Dental Assistant
Crossville, TN
01.2011 - 06.2012
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures and oral surgery.
- Prepared comprehensive radiological images, allowing supervisory dental staff to spot cavities, tooth decay and areas needing treatment.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history and vital signs for future reference.
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
Education
Dental Assisting And Radiology
Skills
- Claim Forms
- Insurance Terminology
- Open Dental software
- Dentalxchange
- Prior Authorization Processing
- Radiology Knowledge
- Patient Eligibility Requirements
- Insurance Authorizations
Timeline
Insurance Coordinator
Plateau Family Dentistry
10.2013 - Current
Dental Assistant
Dental Assistant
01.2011 - 06.2012
Dental Assisting And Radiology
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