Enthusiastic about helping patients get necessary medical support by obtaining authorizations, scheduling procedures and coordinating paperwork. Detail-oriented and proactive with good relationship-building skills, a hardworking nature and an adaptable approach.
Work History
Patient Services Coordinator
University Of Chicago Medical Center
08.2021 - Current
Contacted insurance company to verify patient coverage before visit.
Demonstrated exceptional customer service to foster welcoming and professional environment for patients.
Provided patient with after-visit summary and scheduled next appointment to maintain continuous care and facilitate treatment plan.
Sent medical and surgical questionnaire forms to patients to obtain missing information.
Telephoned and interviewed patients and family members to obtain pre-registration information and confirm appointments.
Called patient to confirm appointment and prepared paperwork prior to visit to expedite check-in process.
Inputted accurate patient insurance, billing and payment information in Epic.
Inputted accurate patient insurance, billing and payment information in Epic.
Inputted accurate patient insurance, billing and payment information in Epic.
Respected patients by recognizing rights and maintaining confidentiality.
Used Epic to maintain electronic patient files, successfully maintaining patient files.
Lead Patient Service Representative
West Suburban Medical Center
02.2011 - 08.2021
Assisted patients in filling out check-in and payment paperwork.
Took copayments and compiled daily financial records.
Used Cerna to schedule appointments.
Balanced deposits and credit card payments each day.
Compiled and reviewed medical charts.
Explained plans for treatment and payment options.
Generated monthly statements to check outstanding balances.
Followed document protocols to safeguard confidentiality of patient records.
Facilitated communication between patients and various departments and staff.
Offered simple, clear explanations to help clients and families understand hospital policies and procedures.
Organized patient records and database to facilitate information storage and retrieval.
Reached out to insurance carriers to obtain prior authorization for testing and procedures.
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.
Tracked referral submission during facilitation of prior authorization issuance.
Prepared and distributed denial letters, detailing reasons for denial and possible appeal measures.
Verified eligibility and compliance with authorization requirements for service providers.
Documented all communication with applicants and inputted information into system using Epic.
Lead Patient Service Representative
Dependicare/Walgreens Optioncare Home Health
10.2000 - 09.2009
Assisted patients in filling out check-in and payment paperwork.
Took copayments and compiled daily financial records.
Balanced deposits and credit card payments each day.
Reviewed and corrected claim errors to facilitate smooth processing.
Compiled and reviewed medical charts.
Explained plans for treatment and payment options.
Generated monthly statements to check outstanding balances.
Facilitated communication between patients and various departments and staff.
Organized patient records and database to facilitate information storage and retrieval.
Helped address client complaints through timely corrective actions and appropriate referrals.
Taught patients and families to use at-home medical equipment.
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