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Denise Campbell

Salem,OR

Summary

I worked at Salem Health in Access Sevice, first as a register for 10 years, than as Insurance Verification/ Pre-registration for all upcoming surgeries and outpatient bedded procedures.

I worked with Epic and IT in helping with lean Projects. Have extensive knowledge of how Epic and Cadence works.

I did problem solving with Epic glitches in relation to Access Service workflow

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Patient Access Service Representative

Salem Health - Hospital
1986.09 - 2023.04
  • Improved patient satisfaction by efficiently registering patients and verifying insurance information.
  • Streamlined the admission process for enhanced patient experience and reduced wait times.
  • Enhanced revenue collection by accurately identifying, obtaining, and posting co-payments and deductibles.
  • Facilitated timely appointment scheduling for improved patient access to healthcare services.
  • Maintained strict confidentiality of patient records in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
  • Increased accuracy in billing processes by diligently verifying insurance coverage and benefits eligibility.
  • Reduced errors in data entry by meticulously updating patient demographic information as needed.
  • Promoted a positive hospital image through exceptional customer service during initial contact with patients.
  • Nurtured relationships with referring providers to maintain continuity of care for patients transitioning between services.
  • Assisted in training new hires on departmental protocols, contributing to a more efficient workforce.
  • Supported hospital charity programs by screening eligible patients for financial assistance options.
  • Coordinated interpreter services when necessary to eliminate language barriers between staff and patients.
  • Utilized electronic health record systems proficiently, contributing to overall efficiency in documentation management.
  • Streamlined pre-authorization requirements for various tests or procedures, reducing delays in treatment plans.
  • Secured patient information and confidential medical records in compliance with HIPAA privacy rule standards to protect patient's privacy.
  • Collected and entered patient demographic and insurance data into computer database to establish patient's medical record.
  • Determined patient financial needs and referred eligible patients to proper county, state, or federal agencies to obtain financial assistance.
  • Contributed to reduction of accounts receivables by adhering to predetermined policies and procedures to recover amounts due from patients.
  • Stayed calm under pressure to and successfully dealt with difficult situations.
  • Obtained patient's insurance information and determined eligibility for benefits for specific services rendered.
  • Providing excellent customer service by promptly answering patient inquiries.

Resolved patient billing issues in line with established guidelines.

Education

Associate Degree Paramedic Program - Emergency Medical Technology

Chemeketa Community College
Salem, OR
06.1986

Skills

  • Insurance Verification
  • Fee Collection
  • Eligibility Determination
  • EMR
  • Medical Terminology
  • Healthcare Systems Knowledge
  • Customer Service
  • Critical Thinking
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Attention to Detail
  • Quality Assurance
  • Empathy and Compassion
  • Organizational Skills
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Registration and Admissions
  • Pre-Admission Requests
  • Payment Processing

Certification

CHAA Certificate

Timeline

Patient Access Service Representative

Salem Health - Hospital
1986.09 - 2023.04

Associate Degree Paramedic Program - Emergency Medical Technology

Chemeketa Community College

CHAA Certificate

Denise Campbell