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Claribel Brito

The Bronx

Summary

PROFESSIONAL Over 20 years of experience in the Ophthalmology Industry. Systematic SUMMARY healthcare administrative professional knowledgeable in working with facilities, patients and insurance companies to set up minor procedures and complicated surgeries. Well-organized and detail-oriented team player with good problem-solving, relationship-building and communication skills in all aspects of a medical office including front to back office staff.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

SURGICAL COORDINATOR

Sight MD
11.2021 - Current
  • Answered phone calls and messages for [Number]-physician [Type] medical facility, scheduling appointments, and handling patient inquiries.
  • Verified insurance coverage and obtained pre-authorizations.
  • Expertly managed planning, scheduling, and coordination of outpatient procedures.
  • Assisted with medical coding and billing tasks.
  • Coordinated with facilities to set up surgeries for 3 Surgeons at Specialty Surgical Center Of Westchester.
  • Obtained pre-authorizations and pre-certifications ahead of scheduled surgeries.
  • Arranged pre-operative and post-operative appointments for surgical patients.
  • Collated pre-operative lab and imaging results to facilitate surgery planning.

SURGERY SCHEDULER

Vitreous, Macula Consultants Of N.Y. I
10.2017 - 11.2021
  • Expertly managed all surgery services, including planning, scheduling and coordination, determination of procedures and procurement of supplies and equipment for 5 Surgeons within 3 separate facilities
  • Followed physician's orders and availability calendar to schedule tests and procedures
  • Contacted insurance companies to obtain authorizations and gathered all related medical records
  • Educated patients about surgeries and provided treatment plan documentation
  • Scheduled all Diagnostic and COVID-19 testing
  • Reviewed medical histories and current information to provide accurate information to surgeons, Anesthesiologist and nursing staff
  • Coded correct procedures for physician and billing purposes using ICD-10 and CPT Codes
  • E- scribed all Pre and Post surgical medications for all patients depending on 5 Surgeons preferences
  • Maintained schedule for all assisting Surgical fellows and 24 Hr
  • On call schedules.

LEAD MEDICAL RECEPTIONIST /MEDICAL INSURANCE, SPECIALIST

Vitreous Retina Macula Consultants Of N.Y. I
03.2000 - 10.2017
  • Completed clerical duties and tasks for clinic administration
  • Used computer programs and registration systems to schedule patients for routine and complex procedures
  • Verified and updated demographic and other personal information for clients with respect to personal boundaries when asking for important details
  • Remained aware of 12 provider schedules in 3 separate satelite offices and scope of practice on evolving basis to organize and schedule appropriate care
  • Checked patient data including insurance, demographic and health history to keep information current
  • Adhered to strict HIPAA guidelines to protect patient privacy
  • Coordinated patient scheduling, check-in, check-out and payments for billing
  • Managed master calendar and scheduled appointments for providers based on optimal patient loads and clinician availability
  • Made contact with insurance carriers to discuss policies and individual patient benefits
  • Assured timely verification of insurance benefits prior to patient procedures \or appointments
  • Posted payments to accounts and maintained records.

Education

Associate of Early Childhood -

Bronx Community College of The City University of New York
Bronx, NY
06.1990

Skills

  • Detail-Oriented
  • IDX, CMS, EMR, MDI, Centricity, Imedicware, Clariti, MD Prospects
  • Advanced MDConnect North
  • Portal and On call System
  • Administering Medications

Timeline

SURGICAL COORDINATOR

Sight MD
11.2021 - Current

SURGERY SCHEDULER

Vitreous, Macula Consultants Of N.Y. I
10.2017 - 11.2021

LEAD MEDICAL RECEPTIONIST /MEDICAL INSURANCE, SPECIALIST

Vitreous Retina Macula Consultants Of N.Y. I
03.2000 - 10.2017

Associate of Early Childhood -

Bronx Community College of The City University of New York

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