Debra S Byce
Canfield
Summary
Dedicated administrative professional well-versed in communication and team building. Knowledgeable in medical terminology and scheduling. Ready to bring over 25 years of relevant work experience to your team.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Office Assistant
C.P.Sammarone Jr DO Inc
2017 - Current
- Requesting referral status and testing reports from consulting physicians, imaging and testing facilities, documenting outcomes in patient charts, and scanning reports into patients' charts
- Copying and faxing medical records requested by other physicians, attorneys, insurance companies
- Uploading patient charts for chart reviews, then exporting them to the requesting parties
- Scanning and categorizing in patient charts all documentation from consulting physicians, test results, pharmacy correspondence, home health documents, etc
- Acting as in-office coordinator for Optum incentive program, downloading the assessment form, scheduling the patient visit, completing the assessment, uploading and submitting assessment through the portal
- Accessing patient prescription messaging line-when needed, using the E-prescription option to renew old prescriptions and sending new prescriptions
- Filling in at check-out counter, answering phones, taking messages and scheduling appointments
Office Manager
C.P. SAMMARONE, JR. DO INC
2000 - 2013
- Supervised medical and clerical employees-job duties, scheduling, payroll
- Responsible for accounts payable, quarterly accounting reports, accounts receivable, payment posting, coding
- Initiated credentialing for Dr Sammarone with all of the major insurance companies
- Trained and mentored administrative staff, fostering teamwork and improving overall performance.
- Developed policies and procedures to comply with healthcare regulations and improve office efficiency.
- Coordinated billing processes, ensuring timely processing of claims and payments for services rendered.
- Assessed processes and procedures, complying with OSHA, and HIPAA regulations.
- Managed daily administrative tasks to ensure smooth operations within the medical office environment.
- Created and managed electronic patient records, encompassing data entry and administrative functions related to insurance, billing, and accounts receivable.
- Assisted with regulatory issues such as compliance.
- Developed close working relationships with front office and back office staff.
- Oversaw accounting, budgeting, and financial reporting.
- Managed financial aspects of the office including budgeting, forecasting, and expense tracking to optimize profitability.
- Hired, managed, developed and trained staff, established and monitored goals, conducted performance reviews and administered salaries for staff.
- Completed bi-weekly payroll for 10-12 employees.
- Implemented electronic health record (EHR) system, enhancing data accuracy and accessibility for staff.
Education
High School Diploma -
Ursuline High School
Youngstown, OHSkills
- Multitasking and organization
- Computer skills
- Attention to detail
- Medical terminology
- Patient chart management
- Document management
- Quick to learn and adjust to job requirements
Timeline
Medical Office Assistant
C.P.Sammarone Jr DO Inc
2017 - Current
Office Manager
C.P. SAMMARONE, JR. DO INC
2000 - 2013
High School Diploma -
Ursuline High School