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Laurie DelTufo

Exeter

Summary

Patient Financial Services Representative recognized for high productivity and timely task completion. Specialized in billing, coding accuracy, and insurance claims management. Strong communication and problem-solving skills enhance teamwork and improve patient financial experiences.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Patient Financial Services Representative

Woman & Infants Hospital - CNE
Providence
07.2005 - Current
  • Guided patients through financial inquiries and provided assistance with billing concerns.
  • Administered patient accounts and confirmed accuracy of billing information.
  • Coordinated with healthcare personnel to rectify billing discrepancies
  • Protected confidentiality of patient financial data consistently.
  • Engaged third-party payers to investigate and resolve unpaid or denied claims
  • Facilitated maintenance of patient accounts, ensuring accuracy of demographic, insurance, and financial data.
  • Ensured HIPAA compliance when handling confidential patient information.
  • Responded to patient calls regarding billing questions and successfully resolved associated service challenges.
  • Conducted follow-up on outstanding insurance claims and worked with other departments to resolve payment issues.
  • Investigated billing discrepancies and implemented effective solutions with the providers to resolve concerns and prevent future rejections and/or denials.
  • Participated in training sessions related to changes in laws and regulations affecting Patient Financial Services operations.
  • Researched and responded to customer inquiries via phone, email, or mail regarding billing statements, services rendered.
  • Coordinate with all staff to troubleshoot patient registration challenges, ensuring clean claims submission.
  • Administer billing and coding guidance for all providers.

Education

Some College (No Degree) -

University of RI
Kingston, RI

Skills

  • Patient account management
  • Billing verification and claim resolution
  • Insurance coordination and compliance
  • Customer relationship management
  • Regulatory knowledge
  • Problem solving
  • Effective communication
  • Team collaboration
  • CPT and ICD-10 coding

Certification

  • AAPC Certified Professional Coder 1995

Accomplishments

  • Revenue Cycle Department "Above and Beyond" Award in 2008

Timeline

Patient Financial Services Representative

Woman & Infants Hospital - CNE
07.2005 - Current

Some College (No Degree) -

University of RI