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Cheryl Mihaliak

Lancaster,PA

Summary

Qualified Medical Practice Manager with proven ability to streamline operations and enhance patient satisfaction. Successfully led teams to implement efficient administrative processes and improve practice performance. Demonstrated expertise in staff management.

Overview

49
49
years of professional experience

Work History

Front Desk Administrator

Gary C. Higham, Dds
Lancaster, PA
11.2013 - Current
  • Managed front desk operations, ensuring efficient patient check-in and appointment scheduling.
  • Coordinated communication between patients and dental team, enhancing overall service delivery.
  • Implemented patient record management system, improving accuracy of information retrieval.
  • Streamlined billing processes, reducing discrepancies in patient accounts and insurance claims.
  • Resolved patient inquiries and concerns promptly, maintaining high levels of satisfaction and trust.
  • Greeted visitors and customers upon arrival, offered assistance, and answered questions to build rapport and retention.
  • Maintained an organized reception area, creating a welcoming atmosphere for clients and visitors.
  • Managed multi-line phone systems, directing calls to appropriate departments for efficient communication.
  • Managed patient billing inquiries, providing clear explanations and resolving discrepancies promptly.
  • Collaborated with dental practitioners to verify insurance eligibility and treatment coverage details.
  • Reviewed and reconciled accounts receivable, identifying trends to minimize outstanding balances.
  • Educated patients on their insurance benefits and coverage options, empowering them to make informed decisions regarding their dental care expenses.
  • Maintained a comprehensive understanding of dental procedures and terminology, enabling clear communication with both patients and insurance companies regarding billing matters.
  • Implemented electronic billing systems to reduce paper waste and improve overall efficiency in the dental office''s financial operations.

Site Manager

Mastropietro & Assocoaites
Lancaster, PA
01.2006 - 06.2011

Managed staff and daily operations for a 6 provider practice.

Implemented policies, created job descriptions & manuals.

Reported monthly statistics to corporate office.

Took the TOS report from 52% to 98% within 3 years.

Maintained yearly Hippa compliance binder.

Sales and Shop Manager

Fries Flowers
Lancaster, PA
01.2001 - 01.2006

Responsible for hiring, training, managing staff & daily operations.

Extensive customer service by phone and in person.

Did all accounts receivable, billing and daily deposits.

Oversaw delivery logistics.

Opened and closed shop.

Took average sale from $25 to $85.

Practice Manager

Behavioral Healthcare Consultants
Lancaster, PA
02.1997 - 12.2000

Managed staff and daily operations for a 14 doctor practice at main and satellite offices.

Oversaw all billing and accounts receivable.

Senior Billing and Collections Clerk

Visiting Nurse Assoc
Lancaster, PA
02.1989 - 03.1997

Responsible for various billings, monitoring and collection of all accounts receivable in a timely manner as well as supporting Data Entry department when needed.

Pharmacy Technician

Lancaster General Hospital
Lancaster, PA
01.1986 - 05.1989

Ensured all patients medications and prescriptions onto computer system.

Ensured assembly and delivery of orders, monitored stock and handled outpatient cash flow.

Senior File Clerk

Lancaster General Hospital
Lancaster, PA
06.1977 - 05.1986

Created and maintained x-ray files on a daily basis.

Prepared x-ray reports and trained new staff.

Education

High School Diploma -

Lancaster Catholic High
Lancaster, PA
06-1979

Skills

    Experienced in interviewing, hiring, training, evaluating and managing employees as well as creating and implementing procedures and policy guidelines

    Created job descriptions for staff

    Able to communicate ideas and solve problems through thorough computer account analysis

    Able to manage workflow during bi-monthly billing cycles while managing and functioning with outside contacts

    Diversified in many areas of collection, collection techniques and billing including most insurances as well as private pay and special programs

    Experienced in entering patient payor sources, handling bank deposits Making cash and payment adjustments on the computer system

    Proficient at time management in order to achieve neat accurate work

    Able to credential doctors

    Excited by challenges and opportunities

Timeline

Front Desk Administrator

Gary C. Higham, Dds
11.2013 - Current

Site Manager

Mastropietro & Assocoaites
01.2006 - 06.2011

Sales and Shop Manager

Fries Flowers
01.2001 - 01.2006

Practice Manager

Behavioral Healthcare Consultants
02.1997 - 12.2000

Senior Billing and Collections Clerk

Visiting Nurse Assoc
02.1989 - 03.1997

Pharmacy Technician

Lancaster General Hospital
01.1986 - 05.1989

Senior File Clerk

Lancaster General Hospital
06.1977 - 05.1986

High School Diploma -

Lancaster Catholic High