Jamie Richert
Saint Paul,MN
Summary
Highly motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr. Accounting Coordinator
Evolent Health
12.1998 - Current
- Streamlined financial processes by implementing new accounting software and reducing manual tasks.
- Managed accounts payable and receivable, ensuring timely payments and accurate financial reporting.
- Assisted in implementation of new ERP system, streamlining accounting functions for increased efficiency.
- Identified discrepancies in financial records through diligent review of transactions and account balances on regular basis.
- Conducted monthly reconciliations for bank accounts, credit cards, and other financial instruments, maintaining accuracy in financial records.
- Maintained accurate documentation regarding accounts payables and accounts receivables in accordance with company policies.
- Coordinated and monitored department workflow to maintain efficiency.
- Processed checks for multiple companies on daily basis using Medical Manager.
- Tracked funds, prepared deposits and reconciled accounts.
Medical Billing Specialist
Health Services Management
12.1998 - 04.2024
- Reduced errors in medical billing by meticulously reviewing patient records and ensuring accurate coding.
- Enhanced revenue collection through diligent follow-up on unpaid claims and denials with insurance companies.
- Streamlined billing processes by implementing efficient workflows and utilizing advanced software tools.
- Increased overall efficiency of billing department by regularly auditing internal procedures and suggesting improvements.
- Ensured timely submission of claims to various insurance carriers, resulting in prompt payment for services rendered.
- Managed patient accounts effectively, resolving discrepancies and addressing outstanding balances in timely manner.
- Efficiently processed refunds or adjustments for patients when necessary, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies.
- Provided exceptional customer service to both patients and insurance representatives, resolving inquiries quickly and professionally.
- Participated in departmental meetings, sharing insights and ideas for improving overall medical billing efficiency and revenue generation.
- Located errors and promptly refiled rejected claims.
- Communicated with insurance providers to resolve denied claims and resubmitted.
- Collected payments and applied to patient accounts.
- Posted and adjusted payments from insurance companies.
- Analyzed complex Explanation of Benefits forms to verify correct billing of insurance carriers.
Credentialing Specialist
Health Services Management
12.1998 - 03.2024
- Enhanced credentialing processes by streamlining documentation and verification procedures.
- Improved turnaround time for credentialing applications by implementing efficient online system.
- Ensured compliance with industry standards by regularly updating policies and procedures related to credentialing.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to gather necessary information for accurate credentialing decisions.
- Expedited onboarding process for new providers, ensuring timely completion of all required documentation and verifications.
- Safeguarded confidential provider information by adhering to strict data privacy regulations and company policies.
Education
No Degree - Dental Assisting
Century College
White Bear Lake, MNSkills
- Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook proficient
- Skilled in Epic, Medical Manager, Practice Analytics, Onbase
- Cash Management
- Database Management
- Personal management
- Technical proficiency
- Documentation skills
- Phone inquiries
- Administrative Support
- Medicare and Medicaid process
- Payment posting
- HIPAA Compliance
- Insurance Verification
- Denial Management
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Accounts receivable management
- Medical Terminology
- ICD-9
- Payer Contracts
- Data Analysis
- Medical claims submission
Timeline
Sr. Accounting Coordinator
Evolent Health
12.1998 - Current
Medical Billing Specialist
Health Services Management
12.1998 - 04.2024
Credentialing Specialist
Health Services Management
12.1998 - 03.2024
No Degree - Dental Assisting
Century College