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HEIDI BENNETT

BILLERICA,MA

Summary

KEY AREAS OF EXPERTISE Medical Terminology Customer Service Collections Multi-tasking Compliance with HIPPA laws Detail-oriented Patient Access Representative with extensive medical services background and strong work ethic. Managed patient-related accounts receivables at large medical facility and achieved [Number]% repayment rate. Excellent communications skills and empathetic nature enabled achievement of positive outcomes. Capable patient representative dedicated to providing superior support for patients in need of reliable information regarding insurance coverage, finance options and documentation requirements. Well-versed in scheduling and database management functions for streamlined communication and reduced correspondence backlogs. Excels at identifying client needs and concerns to improve engagement strategies and overall service. Dedicated administrative professional well-versed in communication and team building. Knowledgeable in medical terminology and scheduling. Ready to bring 16 years of relevant work experience to your team. Reliable employee seeking Patient Representative/Customer Service position. Offering excellent communication and good judgment.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Patient Access Representative

ATRIUS HEALTH
Concord, MA
04.2006 - Current
  • Responsible for checking in patients for their appointments which included verification of personal information, billing tasks such as balance collection, and verification of health-care coverage
  • Have great customer service skills dealing with all types of Patients
  • Multi-tasking, dealing with conflict and resolution.
  • 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.
  • Performed patient scheduling and registration functions to serve as initial contact point for medical office visits.
  • Obtained patient's insurance information and determined eligibility for benefits for specific services rendered.
  • Utilized knowledge of electronic medical record systems and medical terminology to perform diverse data entry tasks.
  • Received patient deductibles and co-pay amounts and discussed options to satisfy remainder of patient financial obligations.
  • Identified insurance payment sources and listed payers in proper sequence to establish chain of payment.
  • Explained estimated cost for medical treatments and answered patient questions to promote good understanding of proposed services.

Education

High School Diploma -

Billerica Memorial High School
Billerica, MA
06.1983

Skills

  • Administrative and Office Support
  • Caring and Empathetic
  • Documenting and Recording Information
  • Determination Rendering
  • Demographics Information
  • Operational Requirements
  • Customer Satisfaction
  • Insurance Company Knowledge
  • Customer Service
  • Gathering Information From Patients
  • Verifying Eligibility
  • Registration and Admissions

Accomplishments

  • Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.

Additional Information

  • AWARDS , Diamond Award for Service Excellence – this award is only given to five individuals per year for each site. Employee of the Month Key Contribution Award for Balance Collection Results

Timeline

Patient Access Representative

ATRIUS HEALTH
04.2006 - Current

High School Diploma -

Billerica Memorial High School
HEIDI BENNETT