Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Referral Specialist
TEXAS CARDIAC AND VASCULAR SPEALIST
San Antonio, TX
11.2023 - Current
Processed incoming referral requests for medical services and submitted them to the appropriate insurance companies for authorization.
Maintained detailed records of all patient referrals, including dates of submission, status updates, and any additional information required by insurance providers.
Coordinated with provider offices to ensure timely completion of referrals prior to scheduled appointments.
Researched and responded to inquiries from providers regarding pending in a timely manner.
Verified insurance eligibility for referred services using online databases and contacted insurers directly when needed.
Collaborated with team members to ensure the accuracy of referral data entered into the system.
Identified potential problems with referrals before submitting them to insurers and worked with providers to resolve those issues quickly.
Tracked referral request progress and resolved issues to maintain smooth processing.
Managed and obtained insurance authorizations for patient referrals from physicians.
Referral Coordinator
PVA
San Antonio, Texas
02.2021 - 11.2023
I was currently responsible for obtaining authorizations/referrals for all with an HMO plan for office visit as well I obtained prior auth for the Cath lab procedures. I was also responsible for verifying patients benefits for there scheduled visit or procedure. I would also obtain referral/authorizations for cardiology office visits, echo, nuclear stress test and surgeries.
Reviewed medical records to determine if additional services are needed prior to making a referral.
Reviewed demographic, clinical and insurance information before sending to referred specialists.
Front Desk Receptionist/Referral Coordinator
Heart and Vascular Associates
San Antonio, TX
10.2017 - 02.2021
Greeted customers warmly and made them feel welcome.
Assisted with scheduling appointments for clients and visitors.
Maintained an organized reception area and ensured that all guests were attended to promptly.
Provided administrative support such as filing documents, photocopying and scanning materials.
Processed incoming referral requests for medical services and submitted them to the appropriate insurance companies for authorization.
Verified insurance eligibility for referred services using online databases and contacted insurers directly when needed.
Reviewed all documentation associated with each referral request to ensure compliance with relevant regulations.
Managed and obtained insurance authorizations for patient referrals from physicians.
Gathered and verified insurance requirements to meet payer requirements.
Developed productive working relationships with numerous insurance company representatives.
Performed additional office duties, handling patient service inquiries and receiving payments.
Education
Computer Programming -
Computer Made Simple
San Antonio
05.1999
Administrative Assistance - Medical Secretary
Career Point College
San Antonio, TX
03.1991
Skills
Insurance Verification
Allscritps
Phreesia
Eclinicalsworks
Referral Tracking
Availity
Novitas
HIPAA Regulations
Referral Verification
Documentation Review
Cash Handling
Outpatient Procedures
Organization and Time Management
Co-Payment Collection
Patient Referral
Timeline
Referral Specialist
TEXAS CARDIAC AND VASCULAR SPEALIST
11.2023 - Current
Referral Coordinator
PVA
02.2021 - 11.2023
Front Desk Receptionist/Referral Coordinator
Heart and Vascular Associates
10.2017 - 02.2021
Computer Programming -
Computer Made Simple
Administrative Assistance - Medical Secretary
Career Point College
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