With over twenty years of experience in customer service and over eighteen years of experience in health care. Carrying a deep belief in the importance of continuing learning and career advancement. Looking forward to being part of the change that is needed in healthcare.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Administrative Coordinator
Optum (United Health Care)
11.2021 - Current
Provide excellent and empathetic telephonic customer service for providers/patients
Utilized critical thinking and effective communications to help connect the value of the Landmark
Serving as the primary point of contact for providers or members regarding medical/ behavioral/clinical services or benefits
Extracts and review fax request for medical and clinical services
Check procedures codes against notification requirements and benefit coverage to determine the next steps
Provide information regarding appointments and medical services to facilities staff to assist member
Process clinical trial request for chemotherapy and radiation therapy request.
Patient Service Advocate/ Floor Coordinator
New York Hotel Trades
07.2006 - 01.2021
Streamlined appointment scheduling processes for increased efficiency and reduced wait times.
Reduced missed appointments through proactive follow-up calls for confirmations or rescheduling as needed.
Facilitated communication between healthcare providers by acting as a liaison for patients with complex cases requiring interdisciplinary coordination.
Maintained accurate patient records, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA regulations.
Coordinated care between providers, facilitating efficient treatment plans that met patient needs.
Implemented new office procedures for better organization and improved patient flow.
Trained new staff members on office policies, procedures, and best practices for Patient Service Advocates.
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.
Obtained patient's insurance information and determined eligibility for benefits for specific services rendered.
Verified patient insurance eligibility and entered patient information into system.
Assistant Archivist/Assistant
City University of New York-Dominican Studies Institute
10.2004 - 07.2006
Welcoming visitors upon arrival
Answering calls & overseeing clerical task
Create a list of prospective donors & conduct interviews
Entering interview information into the database
Upkeeping/updating office inventory
Arranging Travel and Itinerary for program director
Processing payment for vendors & contract workers
Payroll processing.
Authenticated and appraised over 1000 historical documents and archival materials on aweekly basis.
Directed 2 volunteers and employees engaged in cataloging, designing exhibits, and recording artifacts.
Evaluated [Number] records for accuracy, value and status of preservation.
Education
Bachelor of Science -
Suny Empire State College
New York
12.2023
Skills
Bilingual Spanish/English
Computer Skills
Leadership Experience
Strong Written and Oral Communication
Experience with EMR
Experience processing CPT/HCPCS Codes
HIPAA knowledge
Insurance Verification
Policy Implementation
Medical Office Management
Coding Procedures
Administration and Operations
Activities
Since September 2014, I have volunteered as a peer counselor for the Lupus Line program. The Lupus Line offers one-to-one emotional support and education to people with lupus and their families in the New York tri-state region, nationwide, and internationally.
Timeline
Clinical Administrative Coordinator
Optum (United Health Care)
11.2021 - Current
Patient Service Advocate/ Floor Coordinator
New York Hotel Trades
07.2006 - 01.2021
Assistant Archivist/Assistant
City University of New York-Dominican Studies Institute
Senior Client Billing Representative at Optum-United Health Care, 4388 Federal DrSenior Client Billing Representative at Optum-United Health Care, 4388 Federal Dr