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Chante Carter

Gainesville

Summary

Dedicated Patient Representative with extensive experience in case management and service coordination, adept at addressing patient inquiries and resolving service-related issues. Proven track record of enhancing patient access and satisfaction through effective communication and problem-solving skills. Strong understanding of healthcare policies, procedures, and compliance standards.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Patient Financial Navigator

Florida Cancer Specialists
Gainesville
07.2024 - Current
  • Assist patients in understanding their insurance plans, benefits, and coverage. This can include verifying what is covered, and what the patient will owe, and helping them choose the best plan if multiple options are available.
  • Provide patients with estimates of what their healthcare services will cost, based on their insurance plan or out-of-pocket expenses. This may involve working with medical providers to gather information about procedures, tests, or treatments.
  • Help patients understand medical bills, explaining charges, insurance payments, and any balances owed. They may work with the billing department to resolve discrepancies or errors.
  • Identify and help patients apply for financial assistance programs, such as charity care, Medicaid, or other financial support programs that can reduce out-of-pocket costs.
  • Offer options for paying medical bills over time through payment plans or financing options, and help patients set up manageable arrangements.

Family Resource Specialist

University of Florida
Gainesville
09.2022 - 07.2024
  • Conduct comprehensive needs assessments and provide personalized assistance to families in accessing community resources and services.
  • Facilitate workshops and educational sessions on parenting skills, child development, and healthy family dynamics.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including social workers, educators, and healthcare professionals, to develop individualized care plans and coordinate services.
  • Advocate for families' rights, ensure adherence to program policies and regulations, and resolve conflicts effectively.

Administrative Assistant

Millhopper Family Dentistry
Gainesville
06.2008 - 12.2021
  • Perform insurance verifications and obtain authorizations.
  • Provide patient financial counseling and process insurance payments.
  • Schedule patient appointments and file insurance explanations of benefits.
  • Pull and file patient charts, email patient X-rays, and answer telephones.
  • Open and distribute mail daily, process new patient paperwork, and manage office operations.

Office Assistant

Dr. Manuel F. Diaz, MD
Gainesville
03.2004 - 06.2008
  • Greet patients, schedule appointments, and manage patient check-ins and check-outs.
  • Handle phone calls, manage correspondence, and maintain patient records.
  • Process insurance claims and verify patient insurance coverage.
  • Prepare examination rooms, take vital signs, and assist with minor medical procedures.
  • Provide patients with information about medications, treatment plans, and follow-up care.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Supervision And Management

Florida State College
Jacksonville, FL
12-2026

Independent Claims Adjuster Certification -

04.2025

A.S. Degree - Health Navigator

Florida State College at Jacksonville
Jacksonville, FL
05.2024

High School Diploma -

P.K. Yonge Developmental High School
Gainesville, FL
06.2004

Skills

  • Healthcare Administration
  • Patient Coordination
  • Insurance Verification
  • Appointment Scheduling
  • Patient Paperwork Processing
  • Insurance Appeals
  • Insurance Payment Processing
  • Patient Chart Management
  • Office Management
  • Administrative Support
  • Mail Distribution
  • Multi-line Phone Handling
  • Accounts Payable
  • Accounts Receivable
  • Office Supply Management
  • Financial Counseling
  • Treatment Coordination
  • Billing Inquiries
  • Insurance-related Inquiries
  • Digital X-ray Management

Skills Summary

Perform insurance verifications and obtain approvals to explain benefits., Schedule patient appointments and confirm patients' appointments., Process new patient paperwork and greet patients upon entry into the office., File insurance appeals for denied services and process insurance payments., Pull and file patient charts and correspond with referring doctors., Open and close the office each business day., Open and distribute mail daily., Answer telephones and handle multi-line phone systems., Perform accounts payable and receivables., Manage office supplies, including ordering and stocking as needed., Provide patient financial counseling., Coordinate and present treatment plans., Handle billing and insurance-related inquiries., Print and email digital X-rays for insurance approvals.

Timeline

Patient Financial Navigator

Florida Cancer Specialists
07.2024 - Current

Family Resource Specialist

University of Florida
09.2022 - 07.2024

Administrative Assistant

Millhopper Family Dentistry
06.2008 - 12.2021

Office Assistant

Dr. Manuel F. Diaz, MD
03.2004 - 06.2008

Bachelor of Science - Supervision And Management

Florida State College

Independent Claims Adjuster Certification -

A.S. Degree - Health Navigator

Florida State College at Jacksonville

High School Diploma -

P.K. Yonge Developmental High School
Chante Carter