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Julia DeGutes

Novato,CA

Summary

Dynamic Referrals Specialist at AgeWell PACE with expertise in insurance verification and patient scheduling. Proven track record of enhancing referral processes, resulting in timely appointments and improved patient care coordination. Strong communicator with a commitment to exceptional customer service and efficient data management, fostering collaborative relationships with healthcare providers.

Overview

1
1
Certification
13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Referrals Specialist

AgeWell PACE
02.2025 - 05.2026
  • Coordinated referrals between healthcare providers and patients to ensure timely access to services.
  • Managed patient intake processes, streamlining data collection and documentation accuracy.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop personalized care plans for participants.
  • Implemented quality assurance measures to enhance referral tracking and follow-up procedures.
  • Called insurance companies to get precertification and other benefits information on behalf of patients.
  • Streamlined referral processes for increased efficiency, resulting in timely appointments for patients.
  • Verified insurance benefits and eligibility for Type procedures before referring clients.
  • Promoted clear communication between primary care providers and specialists through detailed documentation and follow-up calls.
  • Developed strong relationships with external healthcare facilities, fostering a collaborative approach to patient care coordination.
  • Built professional relationships with service providers.
  • Analyzed referral trends to identify areas for service improvement and increased efficiency.
  • Conducted training sessions for new staff on referral protocols and system navigation.
  • Facilitated communication between patients, families, and providers to address concerns promptly.
  • Monitored adherence to regulatory standards in referral practices within the organization.
  • Collaborated with healthcare providers to ensure accurate and complete referral information, improving patient care coordination.

Medical Assistant

Sutter Health
06.2023 - 01.2025
  • Assisted healthcare providers with patient examinations and procedures.
  • Scheduled appointments using electronic health records system to improve patient flow.
  • Collected and documented patient medical histories, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
  • Educated patients on medication usage and post-treatment care instructions.

Medical Receptionist

SF Bay Pediatrics
Mill Valley, CA
05.2022 - 07.2023
  • Managed patient scheduling and appointment confirmations efficiently.
  • Handled insurance verification and patient eligibility checks accurately.
  • Assisted in maintaining organized medical records and documentation systems.
  • Provided exceptional customer service to patients and families during visits.

Medical Technologist

Bayside Marin
San Rafael, CA
04.2021 - 05.2022

Worked in a very busy drug and alcohol residential facility. Assisted with admits, discharges, performed BAC and urine drug screens, performed COWs and CIWAs. Ran groups for clients. Medicine administration to all clients.

Medical Assistant/Practice Manager

St.Josephs
Petaluma, CA
05.2013 - 01.2021
  • Assisted healthcare providers in patient examinations and procedures, ensuring comfort and safety.
  • Prepared and maintained medical equipment and examination rooms for efficient workflow.
  • Collected patient histories, vital signs, and lab specimens with accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Coordinated patient appointments, reducing wait times and improving scheduling efficiency.
  • Training of staff and students that worked in the clinic
  • Credentialing of providers at various hospitals
  • Dealing with multiple dialysis centers

Education

Associate of Science - Medical Assisting

College of Marin
Greenbrae, CA

Skills

  • Insurance verification
  • Data entry proficiency
  • Medical terminology
  • Pre-authorizations
  • Database management
  • Physician authorizations
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Multi-line telephone operation
  • Record preparation
  • Multi-line phone proficiency
  • Scheduling software
  • Medical terminology knowledge
  • Notetaking and documentation
  • HIPAA regulations
  • Caseload management
  • Patient scheduling
  • Accurate documentation
  • Referral wait list management
  • Electronic patient charts
  • Referral tracking
  • Insurance precertification processes
  • Referring physician communication
  • Customer service
  • Insurance authorizations
  • Problem-solving
  • EHR software

Certification

Nationally certified Medical Assistant

Timeline

Referrals Specialist

AgeWell PACE
02.2025 - 05.2026

Medical Assistant

Sutter Health
06.2023 - 01.2025

Medical Receptionist

SF Bay Pediatrics
05.2022 - 07.2023

Medical Technologist

Bayside Marin
04.2021 - 05.2022

Medical Assistant/Practice Manager

St.Josephs
05.2013 - 01.2021

Associate of Science - Medical Assisting

College of Marin
Julia DeGutes