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Kelli Perry

Chicago,IL

Summary

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.

Education

No Degree - Medical Assistant

Robert Morris University - Illinois
Chicago, IL
06.1997

High School Diploma -

William Howard Taft High School
Chicago, IL
06.1993

Skills

  • Patient Greeting
  • Demographics Information
  • Appointment Confirmation
  • Patient Flow Coordination
  • Registration and Scheduling
  • Calm and Effective Under Pressure
  • Patient Engagement
  • Insurance Verification

Timeline

Patient Services Coordinator

University Of Chicago Medical Center
08.2021 - Current

Lead Patient Service Representative

West Suburban Medical Center
02.2011 - 08.2021

Lead Patient Service Representative

Dependicare/Walgreens Optioncare Home Health
10.2000 - 09.2009

No Degree - Medical Assistant

Robert Morris University - Illinois

High School Diploma -

William Howard Taft High School
Kelli Perry