Kristin Barrett
Houston,TX
Summary
Experienced certified medical assistant skilled in managing high-volume patient interactions and insurance verifications. Known for exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail, contributing to seamless front-office operations and improved patient experiences.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Medical Receptionist
Huguley Medical Associates
Burleson, TX
03.2020 - Current
- Answer and triage high volume phone calls to address patient inquires and concerns promptly
- Manage patient check-in and check-out processes to ensure smooth operations in busy OB/GYN practice
- Schedule patient appointments while coordinating provider calendars to optimize daily workflow
- Maintain accurate patient records and ensure smooth front-office operations
- Complete FMLA and short-term disability paperwork
- Communicated test results and explained follow up care
- Coordinate maternity benefits
Surgical Office Coordinator
Valley Medical Group
Ridgewood, New Jersey
04.2006 - 09.2018
- Secured prior authorization and precertification for surgeries and advanced imaging, ensuring timely patient access to necessary procedures
- Managed pre-operative testing, appointments, and surgical documentation
- Acted as primary liaison among patients, physicians, hospitals, and insurance providers to facilitate clear communication and coordination of care
- Tracked abnormal mammograms, pap smears, and HCG levels to ensure proper follow up
- Coordinated scheduling for all in-office and hospital-based procedures
- Prepared and maintained billing documentation hospital and delivery reports
Education
High School Diploma -
Garfield High School
Garfield, NJ06-2003
Skills
- Patient scheduling
- Surgical scheduling
- Patient intake
- Medical record management
- Electronic Medical Records
- Medical CPT billing and ICD-10 coding
- Insurance verification
- Pre-authorization processing
- Multi-line phone system
- Clinical support
- Client relationship management
- Attention to detail and organization
- FMLA and short-term disability forms
- Customer service
- Time management
- Multitasking
- Petty cash management
- HIPAA compliance
- Medical office procedures
Certification
National Registered Certified Medical Assistant
Timeline
Medical Receptionist
Huguley Medical Associates
03.2020 - Current
Surgical Office Coordinator
Valley Medical Group
04.2006 - 09.2018
High School Diploma -
Garfield High School