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Karen Demu

Cincinnati,OH

Summary

I have worked in health care for fifteen years in multiple roles including Customer Service, Billing and as a Advocate. I work well with others and I add value to my team by sharing ideas to improve processes.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Family Financial Advocate

Cincinnati Children's Hospital Burnet Campus
01.2012 - Current

April 2023 to Present

Family Financial Advocate. I secure resources for families to minimize or eliminate their out-of-pocket expense for medical bills. I assist the families with applying for Medicaid, financial assistance, grants, charity care fund and CMH. I interact with families in person and over the phone. When we have a family that is in patient without insurance, I would go to the patient’s room an offer resources provide coverage for medical expenses.

January 2012 to April 2023

I billed claims to CMH Children with Medical Handicaps. I was the professional biller all claims were on 1500 claim forms. I cleaned up the claim edits and mailed the claims to CMH with explanation of benefits attached. I worked the follow up work que to assure payments. I also worked the denial work que sending medical records if needed to support the claim. I answered question from the divisions and customer service representatives.

May 2009 - January 2012

Customer Service Representative answering incoming calls form families and insurance companies. I processed payments to the account, explained how their insurance processed the claims. I have a clear understanding of explanation of benefits. Fulfilled itemized statement request. I set up payment arrangements. I mailed financial assistance applications to those that qualify.

Education

Associate of Arts - Fashion Merchandising

Antonelli College of Art And Photography
Cincinnati, OH
05.1991

Skills

  • Epic, Word, Excel and Outlook
  • Customer Service
  • Organization
  • Confidentiality
  • Prioritization
  • Attention to detail
  • Empathy

Timeline

Family Financial Advocate

Cincinnati Children's Hospital Burnet Campus
01.2012 - Current

Associate of Arts - Fashion Merchandising

Antonelli College of Art And Photography
Karen Demu