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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
Cincinnati, OH
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