COURTNEY LASSEIGNE
Breaux Bridge
Summary
Highly dependable employee with a strong work ethic, eager to leverage skills and contribute to company success. Known for attention to detail and ability to work effectively in a team, consistently striving for excellence in all undertakings. Over 11 years of experience in the office field, bringing comprehensive understanding of its various aspects. Motivated by drive to succeed, ready to make a valuable impact in organization.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Biller and Coder
Acadiana Vascular Center
09.2023 - Current
- Correctly coded and billed medical claims for various hospital and Office charges.
- Reduced claim denials through meticulous verification of patient eligibility and coverage benefits prior to claim submission.
- Processed insurance company denials by auditing patient files, researching procedures, and diagnostic codes to determine proper reimbursement.
- Reviewed patient charts to better understand health histories, diagnoses, and treatments.
- Resourcefully used various coding books, procedure manuals, and on-line encoders.
- Played a pivotal role in maintaining positive cash flow within the organization by ensuring timely submission of clean claims and diligent follow-ups on outstanding payments.
- Expedited payment processing by promptly addressing any discrepancies or issues raised by insurance carriers.
- Utilized active listening, interpersonal, and telephone etiquette skills when communicating with others.
- Obtain Authorizations for surgeries.
Medical Billing Supervisor
Louisiana Gastroenterology Associates
12.2013 - Current
- Investigated and resolved denials and rejections within standard billing cycle timeframe
- Reviewed claim denials and payer requirements for corrective action
- Worked hand-in-hand with staff to obtain proper information for claims processing
- Evaluates billing processes and procedures and assists management in developing revisions
- Extensive knowledge with ICD-10, CPT and/or HCPCS coding systems
- Coding our hospital, professional and facility claims as well as our pathology
- Knowledge of working Collection accounts
- Prepared and entered all refunds for processing
- Posted all insurance payments: Electronic and paper
- Managerial duties: Starting April 2019
- Reconciled and prepared all bank deposits
- Trained all new incoming office staff
- Coaching staff members as needed
- Coordinated and conducting weekly staff meetings
- Prepared finical reports
- Assisted in the hiring process
- Correspond regularly with various insurance companies to resolve any billing issues and to stay up to date on any new policies.
- Approved all PTO/Vacations etc
- Medical Billing/Coding Specialist from Dec2013 to April2019
- Medical Billing Supervisor from April2019 until present
Medical Billing Specialist
Acadiana Family Physicians
07.2012 - 12.2023
- Followed up and collected on outstanding balances and receivables
- Reviewed claim denials and payer requirements for corrective action
- Collecting all monies owed after patient's visits
- Posting all insurance payments
- Coding and filing all office visit notes
- Prepared all incoming payments for depositing
Education
Technical Diploma - Business Office Technology / Medical Office
Acadiana Technical College
Lafayette, LA07.2012
High School - undefined
Cecilia Senior High School
Cecilia, LA05.2010
Skills
- Certified Medical Coder
- Proficient of Excel,Word,Outlook and power point
- Report preparation
- Staff training
- Multitasking
- Strong Communication
- Problem-Solving Skills
- Excellent Customer Service
- Excellent Team work abilities
- Data entry skills
- Attention to detail
- Familiar with Teams and Zoom
- Leadership Skills
Certification
- Certification - Certifications held are CMCS and CGCS
- PHCS
Timeline
Medical Biller and Coder
Acadiana Vascular Center
09.2023 - Current
Medical Billing Supervisor
Louisiana Gastroenterology Associates
12.2013 - Current
Medical Billing Specialist
Acadiana Family Physicians
07.2012 - 12.2023
High School - undefined
Cecilia Senior High School
- Certification - Certifications held are CMCS and CGCS
- PHCS
Technical Diploma - Business Office Technology / Medical Office
Acadiana Technical College
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