Kathryn E. Walker
Port Saint Lucie,FL
Summary
Licensed Nurse and Medical Biller with expertise in medical coding and HIPAA compliance. Extensive experience in patient interaction, claims processing, and billing report management. Strong team player with a proven ability to enhance operational efficiency and accuracy in billing practices.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Remote Medical Billing Specialist
Treasure Coast Neuropsychology
Port St Lucie, FL
08.2024 - 11.2025
- Process medical claims for neuropsychological services with precision and attention.
- Verify patient insurance information to ensure accurate billing procedures.
- Communicate with healthcare providers for documentation and billing inquiries.
- Review and correct billing discrepancies to maintain compliance standards.
- Utilize billing software for efficient claim submission and tracking.
- Educate patients on billing processes and insurance coverage options.
- Collaborate with team members to resolve complex billing issues effectively.
- Contacted insurance providers to verify insurance information and obtain billing authorization.
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations when handling confidential patient information.
- Posted charges, payments and adjustments.
- Completed appeals and filed and submitted claims.
- Maintained current working knowledge of CPT and ICD-10 coding principles, government regulation, protocols and third-party billing requirements.
LPN
Auburn Pediatrics
Auburn, NY
01.2023 - 03.2024
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Administered vaccines according to established protocols while providing education regarding vaccine safety and efficacy.
- Performed triage for incoming calls from patients to determine urgency of care needed.
- Performed initial triage of incoming patients in order to prioritize medical needs.
LPN
St. Josephs's University Medical Center
Syracuse, NY
04.2019 - 12.2023
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal hygiene needs.
- Educated patients and families on health management and discharge instructions.
- Maintained accurate patient records in electronic health systems.
- Implemented infection control protocols to ensure a safe environment.
- Provided support during medical procedures and assisted in recovery efforts.
- Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
LPN
Well Now Urgent Care
Fairmount, NY
07.2016 - 08.2019
- Triaged incoming patients by performing vital signs, urine analysis, and bloodwork.
- Assisted in patient examinations and collected relevant medical histories.
- Administered wound care and medication per physician orders.
- Facilitated lab submissions and conducted in-house urine drug screenings.
LPN
Simmonds Brady & Loi Oral Surgery
Auburn, NY
10.2016 - 10.2017
- Assisted in patient care before, during, and after oral surgery.
- Monitored anesthesia medications as well as sterilized instruments for use during surgery.
LPN
Locastro Vein Center
Skaneateles, NY
09.2016 - 04.2017
- Assisted in prompt care of all patients seen in the office.
- Proficiently set up sterile procedure and monitored patients during each in office surgery.
- Also was in charge of all office marketing including brochure making and scheduling visits to outside offices in the surrounding Syracuse and Watertown.
Server and Bartender
Buffalo Wild Wings
Auburn, NY
07.2011 - 01.2016
- Assisted all guests who entered the restaurant in ensuring their orders were placed, items were correctly delivered, and that their payments were successfully.
Sales Consultant
Premier Technologies
Auburn, NY
12.2011 - 06.2012
- Ensured team-wide commitment to premiere customer service quality standards by helping individuals with the sales of their wireless needs.
Location Manager
Intouch Wireless
Auburn, NY
06.2008 - 09.2009
- Oversaw both the store and employee operations on a day to day basis including scheduling, cash handling, and sales.
Education
Licensed Practical Nursing -
Cayuga Onondaga BOCES
Auburn, NY07-2016
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
Cayuga Community College
Auburn, NY08-2013
High School Diploma -
Southern Cayuga Central School
Aurora, NY06-2007
Skills
- Medical coding
- Claims processing
- Insurance verification
- Compliance standards
- Healthcare administration
- Patient education
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Files and records management
- Denial management
- Payment posting
- Patient billing
- HIPAA compliance
- Adult patient care
- Medication administration
- Vital signs monitoring
- Clinical documentation
- Patient evaluations
- EMR / EHR
- Clinical judgment
- Direct patient care
Timeline
Remote Medical Billing Specialist
Treasure Coast Neuropsychology
08.2024 - 11.2025
LPN
Auburn Pediatrics
01.2023 - 03.2024
LPN
St. Josephs's University Medical Center
04.2019 - 12.2023
LPN
Simmonds Brady & Loi Oral Surgery
10.2016 - 10.2017
LPN
Locastro Vein Center
09.2016 - 04.2017
LPN
Well Now Urgent Care
07.2016 - 08.2019
Sales Consultant
Premier Technologies
12.2011 - 06.2012
Server and Bartender
Buffalo Wild Wings
07.2011 - 01.2016
Location Manager
Intouch Wireless
06.2008 - 09.2009
Licensed Practical Nursing -
Cayuga Onondaga BOCES
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
Cayuga Community College
High School Diploma -
Southern Cayuga Central School