Jazmin Varela
Union City,NJ
Summary
Enthusiastic Prior Authorization Specialist with excellent people skills and dedicated work ethic. Strong attention to detail and extensive knowledge of medical, dental, and legal terminology. Experienced at registering patients, scheduling appointments, obtaining prior authorizations, and recording and filing records. Able to enter orders and information quickly and accurately. Skilled in prioritizing patients' and customers' needs within high-stress environments. Highly organized with experience in busy office and phone settings.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Prior Authorization Specialist
RadNet
01.2023 - Current
- Initiated over 50 authorizations daily.
- Input all patient data regarding claims and prior authorizations into system accurately.
- Obtained and logged accurate patient insurance and demographic information for use by insurance providers and medical personnel.
- Fielded telephone inquiries on authorization details from plan members and medical staff.
- Gathered records pertinent to specific problems, reviewed for completeness and accuracy and attached records to correspondence as necessary.
- Verified eligibility and compliance with authorization requirements for service providers.
- Managed a high volume of incoming calls, maintaining professionalism while effectively addressing the needs of callers seeking assistance with prior authorizations.
Receptionist Administrator
Hoboken Radiology
01.2016 - 12.2022
- Helped patients complete necessary medical forms and documentation.
- Checked patient insurance, demographic, and health history to keep information current.
- Managed multi-line phone system and pleasantly greeted patients.
- Coordinated patient scheduling, check-in, check-out and payments for billing.
- Provided administrative support to staff members by handling correspondence, filing documents, and managing office supplies inventory.
- Verified and obtain eligibility
- Contacted insurance companies to obtain prior authorization for radiology procedures
- Mentored new hires, resulting in stronger staff development and increased productivity.
Education
Graduate Certificate -
Institute of Science And Technology
West New York09-2015
Associate in Medical Assistant - Medical Administrative Assistant
Anthem Institute
Jersey City06-2014
High School Diploma -
Hudson County School of Technology
North Bergen06-2006
Skills
- Authorizations
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Status Updates
- Health Insurance Plan Knowledge
- Healthcare Terminology
- Effective communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Strong problem solver
- HIPAA compliance
- Types 70 WPM
- Workers' Compensation knowledge
Timeline
Prior Authorization Specialist
RadNet
01.2023 - Current
Receptionist Administrator
Hoboken Radiology
01.2016 - 12.2022
Graduate Certificate -
Institute of Science And Technology
Associate in Medical Assistant - Medical Administrative Assistant
Anthem Institute
High School Diploma -
Hudson County School of Technology
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