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Denise Ortega

Clifton,NJ

Summary

Accomplished Medical Billing Manager with a proven track record at Garden State Bariatrics and Wellness Center, adept in claims management and medical coding. Leveraged expertise in appeals processing and team leadership to enhance billing accuracy and efficiency. Excelled in negotiating claims and fostering team development, evidenced by leading successful training sessions and attending industry seminars.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Appeal Specialist

Lazarus
04.2023 - Current

Submitted appeals.

Review correspondence received from payor.

Trained staff on a weekly basis

Attended seminars

Medical Billing Manager

Garden State Bariatrics and Wellness Center
07.2019 - Current

Coded and processed Out of network billing for Bariatrics, EGD, and Hiatal Hernia surgeries and office visits.

Reviewed and validated accuracy of charges including dates of service, services provided, location and provider signature.

Reviewed EDI/ERA reports.

Negotiated claims with vendors.

Prepared/submitted emergent cases through the State Arbitration (Maximus)

Prepared/submitted cases through the Federal Arbitration process.

Processed appeals for all non-paid or under paid claims.

Submitted medical records on a timely matter when requested from Payor.

Generated A/R reports and followed up on all claims.

Explained patient benefits and prepared payment plans.

Generated patient statements and follow up calls on patient balance.

Trained all staff and held bi-weekly meetings.

Collaborated with doctor's to resolve complex cases.

Attended seminars and webinars.


Medical Biller/Manager

Union Spine & Rehabilitation Center
01.2009 - 07.2019
  • Accurately entered patient demographic and billing information in billing system to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
  • Conducted regular audits of billing records to ensure accuracy and completeness, enhancing overall financial performance for the practice.
  • Entered invoices requiring payment and disbursed amounts via check, electronic transfer or bank draft.
  • Prepared billing statements for patients and verified correct diagnostic coding.
  • Processed out of network billing for Chiropractic, Acupuncture, and Physical Therapist.
  • Prepared pip files for attorney's and negotiated balance when PIP case or Worker's Comp.
  • Pre-certed MRI's and visits when needed.
  • Communicated with claims adjuster for Worker's Comp Case
  • Posted to patient's account all reimbursements from payor and generated any patient statements.
  • kept track of office stats to reach monthly/yearly goals.
  • Managed office staff, trained all staff, handled employee schedule and request for time off.
  • Attended out of state seminars every two months on billing and office procedures.

Medical Biller/Manager

Kelly Family Chiropractic
09.2002 - 01.2009
  • Accurately entered patient demographic and billing information in billing system to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
  • Prepared billing statements for patients and verified correct diagnostic coding.
  • Filed and updated patient information and medical records.
  • Collected payments and applied to patient accounts.
  • Processed billing for out of network Chiropractic and Physical Therapy.
  • Pre-certed visits for PIP insurance
  • Prepared file for attorney and negotiated billing.
  • Managed staff, trained new hire, Managed time off and PTO.
  • Attended seminars and webinars for office procedures and billing.

Education

Associate of Science -

Hudson County Community College
Jersey City, NJ

Medical Billing Certification -

Hudson Institute
Jersey City
06.2002

High School Diploma -

Emerson High School
Union City, NJ
06.2000

Skills

  • Verbal Communication
  • Claims Management
  • Medical Coding
  • Appeals processing
  • ICD 9/ICD 10
  • Manager
  • Team player

Certification

Medical BIlling Certification

Languages

Spanish
Full Professional

Timeline

Appeal Specialist

Lazarus
04.2023 - Current

Medical Billing Manager

Garden State Bariatrics and Wellness Center
07.2019 - Current

Medical Biller/Manager

Union Spine & Rehabilitation Center
01.2009 - 07.2019

Medical Biller/Manager

Kelly Family Chiropractic
09.2002 - 01.2009

Associate of Science -

Hudson County Community College

Medical Billing Certification -

Hudson Institute

High School Diploma -

Emerson High School
Denise Ortega