Kimberly Montgomery
Yucaipa,CA
Summary
Dedicated professional with a strong work ethic and a keen attention to detail, seeking to leverage organizational skills to drive company success. Known for self-motivation and the ability to operate effectively with minimal supervision, consistently delivering high-quality results.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Biller
Redlands Optometry Group
Redlands, CA
02.2023 - Current
- Posted insurance payments while ensuring the accuracy of paid claims.
- Coached team to improve accuracy in financial transactions.
- Advise patients on insurance coverage, promotions, and other available options.
- Ensured timely submission of insurance documents.
- Completed claims to payers.
- Execute duties with professionalism and efficiency.
- Submit billing data to the appropriate providers.
- Administer claim procedures.
- Resolves denial instances.
- Ensured highest possible reimbursement.
Ophthalmic Technician
Azul Vision
Redlands, CA
07.2022 - 02.2023
- Documented patient medical history in consultations.
- Registers patient data accurately in EMR system.
- Prepares patients for ophthalmology examinations by dilating pupils, assessing changes in visual acuity, and measuring elevated extraocular pressure.
- Complete ophthalmic history taking and perform various preliminary examinations.
- Evaluated the overall ocular health through detailed observation.
- Educated surgical patients on pre- and post-operative care.
- Triaged patients' issues for ophthalmologist during emergencies.
- Aided in comprehensive assessments by supporting ophthalmologists with medical examinations.
- Exam rooms maintained in neat condition to support smooth patient transitions.
Primary Front-Desk Receptionist
Redlands Optometry Group
Redlands, CA
05.2020 - 07.2022
- Scheduled appointments and verified insurance efficiently.
- Helped organize follow-up appointments tailored to medical recommendations.
- Handled multi-line phone calls.
- Processed necessary insurance paperwork.
- Managed and updated schedules for multiple doctors.
- Handled appointment coordination and chart filing.
- Handled financial transactions and updated customer accounts to reflect changes.
- Performed diagnostic tests, including autorefractor, visual fields, and OCT.
- Ensured accuracy of patient coverage information.
Ophthalmic Technician
Pacific Eye Institute
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
06.2017 - 12.2020
- Conducted patient evaluations to ensure accurate documentation of chief complaints and present illnesses.
- Perform pupillary evaluation, tonometry, assess angles, pupillary dilation, and other patient services as needed.
- Aid in conducting minor surgical procedures.
- Handled authorized prescription refills efficiently.
- Performed diagnostic assessments including visual acuity and color vision tests.
- Administered tonometry and refraction assessments.
Medical Receptionist
Pacific Eye Institute
Eastvale, CA
01.2017 - 06.2017
- Greeted patients as they enter clinic
- Checking in patients by scanning and copying insurance cards and ID
- Answering multi phone lines patient scheduling and appointment management
- HIPAA compliance and patient record management
- Telephone etiquette and communication skills
- Data entry and EHR management
Medical Records Clerk
Pacific Eye Institute
Upland, CA
11.2016 - 01.2017
- Maintained strict confidentiality of patient information and ensured compliance with HIPAA standards.
- Assist providers and other healthcare professionals with accessing patient information.
- Created patient record folders, gathered patient data.
- Ensure records are accessible by processing charts into a digital database, and retrieving and delivering records as needed.
- Generates reports from medical record systems and assists with audits.
Cashier/Customer Service
Baker's
Redlands, CA
01.2013 - 12.2016
- Maintained high standards of customers service during high volume, fast-paced operations
- Handled currency and credit transactions quickly and accurately
- Food preparation
- Clear and positive communication with coworkers and management
Education
High School -
Yucaipa High School
Yucaipa, CA12.2008
Skills
- ICD-10
- Patient account management
- Submission of medical claims
- HIPAA Compliance
- Data entry and management
- Payment posting
- Documentation oversight
Certification
Driver's License
Timeline
Medical Biller
Redlands Optometry Group
02.2023 - Current
Ophthalmic Technician
Azul Vision
07.2022 - 02.2023
Primary Front-Desk Receptionist
Redlands Optometry Group
05.2020 - 07.2022
Ophthalmic Technician
Pacific Eye Institute
06.2017 - 12.2020
Medical Receptionist
Pacific Eye Institute
01.2017 - 06.2017
Medical Records Clerk
Pacific Eye Institute
11.2016 - 01.2017
Cashier/Customer Service
Baker's
01.2013 - 12.2016
High School -
Yucaipa High School
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