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KIM M COZIER

Roosevelt,NY

Summary

Senior Patient Account Representative with 5+ years of experience. Experienced with managing patient accounts and addressing billing inquiries. Ability to communicate effectively and support fellow team members. Track record of maintaining compliance with healthcare regulations and improving financial processes.


Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Patient Account Representative

NORTHWELL HEALTH
02.2020 - Current
  • Obtained authorizations for inpatient and outpatient elective surgeries 4+ physicians.
  • Managed patient inquiries regarding billing and account status, resolving issues efficiently.
  • Collaborated with healthcare providers to gather necessary documentation for claim processing.
  • Collaborated closely with clinical staff to ensure proper coding of diagnoses and procedures for accurate billing purposes.
  • Mentored junior staff members by providing ongoing guidance, support, and constructive feedback leading to increased team cohesion.
  • Maintained strict confidentiality while handling sensitive patient information in accordance with HIPAA regulations.

Senior Medical Assistant

NORTHWELL HEALTH
01.2015 - 01.2020
  • Trained all Incoming Medical Assistants
  • Patient Triage/Vitals
  • Phlebotomy
  • Wound care
  • Assisted with minimally invasive procedures
  • Managed all medical equipment and supply recalls

Medical Assistant

NORTHWELL HEALTH LENOX HILL
01.2013 - 01.2015
  • Patient Vitals
  • Phlebotomy
  • EKG
  • Placement and enrollment of patient Holter Monitor services
  • Scanned and input of patient EMR
  • Managed medication and defibrillator logs

Education

Medical Assistant Program -

ALLEN SCHOOL INC.
Jamaica, NY

NASSAU COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Garden City, NY

Skills

  • HIPAA compliance
  • Insurance verification
  • Touchworks EMR
  • eCare Next
  • AthenaIDX
  • Sorian Financials

Timeline

Senior Patient Account Representative

NORTHWELL HEALTH
02.2020 - Current

Senior Medical Assistant

NORTHWELL HEALTH
01.2015 - 01.2020

Medical Assistant

NORTHWELL HEALTH LENOX HILL
01.2013 - 01.2015

Medical Assistant Program -

ALLEN SCHOOL INC.

NASSAU COMMUNITY COLLEGE