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Diane Quail

Brooklyn,NY

Summary

Seasoned healthcare finance professional with over 20 years of expertise in revenue cycle management and process optimization. Proven track record in building resilient teams and implementing streamlined operations that boost financial performance and enhance stakeholder satisfaction. Key competencies include strategic planning, data analysis, and cross-functional collaboration. Aiming to leverage extensive experience to drive operational excellence in a dynamic healthcare environment.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Practice Administrator

Doral medical and multi-specialty facility
Brooklyn, NY
04.2021 - Current

Oversees patient registration, scheduling, and insurance verification processes.

Tracks, monitors, and ensures resolution of appropriate referral acquisitions by staff.

Verified that prior authorizations were correctly obtained to prevent claim denials.

Oversees and coordinates the preparation and disposition of timely and accurate transcription and filing of medical treatment documentation.

Monitored adherence to regulatory standards in patient registration and billing.

Sets and introduces organizational goals, objectives, policies, and procedures.

Evaluated performance and recommended actions to optimize productivity.

Managed end-to-end hiring process for new team members.

Design new policies including their training for staff.

Initiates purchase requests following thorough resource utilization assessments.

Executed various assigned tasks efficiently.

Revenue Cycle Manager

Start Treatment & Recovery Centers
09.2018 - 03.2021
  • Developed strategies to reduce denials, improve accounts receivable, and enhance revenue cycle performance.
  • Handled month-end and year-end closings.
  • Oversaw the complete lifecycle of revenue operations.
  • Created comprehensive reports highlighting essential metrics such as days in accounts receivable and denial rate.
  • Coordinated preparation of external audit materials and external financial reporting.
  • Facilitated implementation of electronic health record system upgrades to optimize revenue cycle activities.
  • Reviewed patient billing information to ensure accuracy and compliance with federal and state regulations.
  • Provided revenue cycle process support to all clinical personnel, including resolving procedure challenges.
  • Developed and implemented financial strategies to maximize profits and reduce costs.
  • Analyzed financial reports on a regular basis to identify areas of improvement in the revenue cycle process.
  • Analyzed competitors and market trends to facilitate business growth.
  • Checked payroll, vendor payments, and other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance.
  • Generated reports highlighting crucial metrics like days in accounts receivable.

Revenue Cycle Manager

Brownsville Community Development Corp.
10.2017 - 08.2018
  • Directed billing operations, optimizing workflow and technology to exceed performance benchmarks
  • Fostered a collaborative environment, regularly convening staff to ensure alignment with revenue cycle objectives
  • Monitored and reported on key performance indicators, driving data-driven decision-making and continuous progress
  • Developed strategies to reduce denials, improve accounts receivable, and enhance revenue cycle performance.
  • Completed month-end and year-end closings, kept records audit-ready and monitored timely recording of accounting transactions.
  • Oversaw the complete lifecycle of revenue operations.
  • Generated reports detailing key metrics such as days in accounts receivable and denial rate.
  • Assisted with theimplementation of electronic health record system upgrades designed to optimize revenue cycle activities.

Revenue Cycle Specialist

Start Treatment & Recovery Centers
07.2017 - 10.2017
  • Executed effective billing and collection strategies, ensuring timely and accurate claim submissions
  • Resolved coding discrepancies, enhancing the accuracy of billing and minimizing the occurrence of denials
  • Identified areas where process improvements can be made within the revenue cycle.
  • Compiled data into weekly and monthly reports outlining performance metrics related to revenue cycle activities.
  • Reviewed costs, expenses and revenues associated with construction projects.
  • Assessed requisitions each month to ensure accuracy and reconciled transactions.
  • Evaluated financial and operational performance of companies facing financial difficulties to determine possible remedies.

Medical Billing Coordinator

Outreach Development Corporation
Queens , NY
08.2016 - 06.2017
  • Managed account reconciliation and resolved receivable discrepancies, ensuring financial integrity
  • Supported the transition to bulk billing, streamlining the collections process and improving cash flow
  • Analyzed changes in policies, procedures, and regulations affecting billing operations.
  • Submitted claims to insurance companies.
  • Reviewed purchase orders, sales tickets, and charge slips to compute fees or charges due.
  • Communicated with insurance representatives to complete claims processing or resolve problem claims.
  • Monitored customer account details for non-payments, delayed payments, and other irregularities.
  • Submitted appeals using provider portals and phone communication.
  • Verified accuracy and integrity of motor vehicle and workers' compensation claims through careful research and analysis.
  • Handled billing, waivers, and claims for private and commercial clients.
  • Investigated past-due invoices and delinquent accounts to generate revenues and reduce the number of unpaid and outstanding accounts..
  • Verified patient eligibility, coverage details, and payment information.

Billing Coordinator

Brooklyn Hospital Center
01.2012 - 07.2016
  • Executed comprehensive medical billing with firm accuracy.
  • Conducted data analysis to generate statistical reports.
  • Expedited payments by verifying the accuracy and currency of vendor information.
  • Handled account preparations facilitating financial audits.
  • Reconciled codes against services rendered.
  • Addressed customer inquiries regarding services, bills, and payments.
  • Managed daily workflow processes associated with invoice creation and distribution.
  • Accurately input procedure codes, diagnosis codes, and patient information into billing software to generate up-to-date invoices.
  • Input details into accounts and tracked payments.

Billing Coordinator

Institute for Community Living
01.2010 - 02.2011
  • Facilitated professional interaction with patients and staff regarding billing processes.
  • Prepared accounts for comprehensive financial review.
  • Speeded up payments by ensuring vendor data accuracy.
  • Reconciled codes against services rendered.
  • Addressed customer inquiries about services, bills, and payments quickly.
  • Managed daily workflow processes associated with invoice creation and distribution.
  • Accurately input procedure codes, diagnosis codes, and patient information into billing software to generate up-to-date invoices.
  • Input details into accounts and tracked payments.
  • Assessed billing statements for correct diagnostic codes and identified problems with coding.

Education

Master -

University of Phoenix

Bachelor -

Metropolitan College of NY

Skills

  • Billing Practices
  • Employee Oversight
  • Workflow Enhancement
  • Operational Performance Tracking
  • Training and Development
  • Critical Thinking Abilities
  • Strategic Guidance
  • Efficient Scheduling Techniques
  • Claims Denial Management
  • Pre-Authorization Processing Expertise
  • Insurance Eligibility Confirmation
  • Revenue and Billing Analysis
  • Insurance Carrier Management
  • Compassionate Patient Interaction
  • Revenue Cycle Management

Accomplishments

  • Strategic Workflow Reformation, At Brownsville Community Development Corp., restructured the billing department, resulting in a 15% increase in collections efficiency through process automation and staff training.
  • Revenue Recovery Expertise, Spearheaded a denial management initiative at Start Treatment & Recovery Centers, reducing claims denials by 20% through meticulous analysis and strategic appeals.
  • Compliance Optimization Champion, Implemented a comprehensive compliance review system at Brooklyn Hospital Center, ensuring 100% adherence to billing regulations and mitigating risk of revenue loss.

Timeline

Practice Administrator

Doral medical and multi-specialty facility
04.2021 - Current

Revenue Cycle Manager

Start Treatment & Recovery Centers
09.2018 - 03.2021

Revenue Cycle Manager

Brownsville Community Development Corp.
10.2017 - 08.2018

Revenue Cycle Specialist

Start Treatment & Recovery Centers
07.2017 - 10.2017

Medical Billing Coordinator

Outreach Development Corporation
08.2016 - 06.2017

Billing Coordinator

Brooklyn Hospital Center
01.2012 - 07.2016

Billing Coordinator

Institute for Community Living
01.2010 - 02.2011

Master -

University of Phoenix

Bachelor -

Metropolitan College of NY
Diane Quail