Latasha Barnes
Billing clerk
CYPRESS,Texas
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with focus on deadlines and skilled in handling medical billing without errors. Confident Medical Biller knowledgeable in data confidentiality and privacy practices when reviewing patient information. Can work well with others and also by myself. Driven Medical BIller motivated to perform beyond expectations.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Biller
Easter Seals | Medical, Billing
10.2018 - 02.2022
- Communicated with insurance providers to resolve denied claims and resubmitted.
- Verified insurance of patients to determine eligibility.
- Accurately entered patient demographic and billing information in billing system to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Posted payments and collections on regular basis.
- Reviewed patient diagnosis codes to verify accuracy and completeness.
- Prevented financial delinquencies by working closely with managers to resolve billing issues before becoming unmanageable.
- Adhered to established standards to safeguard patients' health information.
- Reviewed patient records, identified medical codes, and created invoices for billing purposes.
- Audited and corrected billing and posting documents for accuracy.
- Responded to customer concerns and questions on daily basis.
- Processed payment via telephone and in person with focus on accuracy and efficiency.
- Used data entry skills to accurately document and input statements.
- Produced and mailed monthly statements to customers and assisted with related requests for information and clarification.
- Utilized various software programs to process customer payments.
Medical Assistant
San Antonio Preventive & Diagnostic Medicine
08.2013 - 12.2014
- Provides initial triage (vital signs), registration and administrative services client
- Perform venipuncture on patients as well as collect/prepare non-blood specimens
- Schedules and monitors client appointments and assist in the coordination of routine office activities and administrative functions in support of clinic activities
- Screened and collected data from patients, including patient histories, daily
- Called and/or faxed prescription refills to pharmacies, following office protocols after approval from physician.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Measured patient pulse oximetry.
Supply Specialist
Restricted Substance Management Standard, RSMS
06.2011 - 02.2013
- Responsible for accepting, inventorying and guaranteeing delivery and disposal of unused commercial inventory
- Controlled inventory without incident of misplaced or unaccounted for inventory for the entire unit
- Engaged in physical inventories, adjusting as needed and processing stock receipts
- Assessed and annotated changes to unit material condition statuses for unit vehicles that needed to be decommissioned
- Excelled within the Supply Department to Identify inventory to management to be shipped away to clear hand receipts for the entire posts
- Trained and coached supply team members on issues concerning Installation Property Accountability to realize compliance, cost savings and efficiency.
- Supported all military and civilian customers through engagement, technical assistance and [Type] service.
- Assessed and coordinated the disposal of hazardous inventory.
Cashier
AAFES
01.2009 - 01.2011
- Received and disbursed funds in an accurate, timely fashion, counting monies to confirm the proper amounts are received, issuing change and cashing checks as needed
- Trained and mentored staff in register system best practices, maintaining efficiency across all transactions; always maintained a neat, tidy register area, opening and closing the registered depending on the shift worked
- Readily resolved customers' concerns as they arose
- Stayed apprised of important promotions and advertisements
- Processed merchandise using cash registers, maintaining accuracy across transactions
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
- Worked closely with shift manager to solve problems and handle customer concerns.
- Handled cash with high accuracy and took care to check bills for fraud.
- Liaised with customers and colleagues, confirming customer service excellence at all times in a welcoming shopping environment
Unit Supply Specialist
U.S. Army
01.2008 - 01.2009
- Conveyed the status of supply requests to internal customers with timeliness and attention to detail
- Issued materials to authorized staff members; kept impeccable records of all data, entering information into supply inventory system (PBUSE)
- Secured and controlled weapons and ammunition across all security areas
- Finalized plans for organizational and preventative maintenance
- Sought out justification for damaged, lost or destroyed supplies
- Controlled inventory with precision, following up on much-needed items to expedite delivery
- Engaged in physical inventories, adjusting as needed and processing stock receipts
- Assessed and annotated changes to unit material condition statuses
Cashier
Wilson Farms
01.2005 - 01.2007
- Efficiently processed cash, check, voucher, debit and credit transactions, issuing receipts, refunds, credits and change to customers
- Warmly welcomed all patrons, ensuring the delivery of first-class customer service
- Responded readily to patrons' concerns and questions
- Stocked shelves and marked item prices using strong attention to detail
- Confirmed the price of all goods and services using calculators, registers and optical price scanners
- Efficiently processed merchandise returns and exchanges
Education
Diploma -
Gadsden High School
No Degree - Certification For Medical Assistance
Career Point College
San Antonio, TX07.2013
Skills
- Administrative Support
- Critical Thinking
- Customer Service
- Insurance Collections
- Time Management
- Account Management
Additional Information
I have not worked for a Year because My family and I are new to the area. Husband received a job offer here in cypress. I took that time to help my kids get use to the new schools and the area. I have set up a System where im not need full time. I am ready to get back to work.
Timeline
Medical Biller
Easter Seals | Medical, Billing
10.2018 - 02.2022
Medical Assistant
San Antonio Preventive & Diagnostic Medicine
08.2013 - 12.2014
Supply Specialist
Restricted Substance Management Standard, RSMS
06.2011 - 02.2013
Cashier
AAFES
01.2009 - 01.2011
Unit Supply Specialist
U.S. Army
01.2008 - 01.2009
Cashier
Wilson Farms
01.2005 - 01.2007
Diploma -
Gadsden High School
No Degree - Certification For Medical Assistance
Career Point College
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