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LaVinnciea Nelson

LaVinnciea Nelson

Los Angeles,CA

Summary

Highly motivated and dedicated professional with a strong background in business administration, team leading, and patient care. Expertise in supporting patient medical needs through tasks such as verifying insurance, scheduling appointments, and organizing documents. Possesses a forward-thinking mindset and excellent interpersonal skills. Strong attention to detail and an upbeat mentality to provide the best patient care with empathy, understanding, and a commitment to quality customer service. Advanced abilities in healthcare billing and scheduling software, patient registration, medical billing, referral authorizations, and claims representative. Focused on applying 14 plus years of experience while expanding skills and contributing to company growth.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

PATIENT ADMISSIONS COORDINATOR

California Rehabilitation Institute
10.2024 - 03.2025
  • Demonstrated strong work ethic and adaptability in fast-paced environments, consistently meeting deadlines while maintaining high quality standards.
  • Coordinated with insurance companies to obtain pre-certification and benefit details.
  • Executed high-volume insurance reviews within crucial time limits.
  • Optimized bed utilization through strategic scheduling and resource allocation, reducing admission wait times and improving overall patient satisfaction metrics.
  • Communicated essential treatment instructions to patients effectively.
  • Answered incoming calls, scheduled appointments and filed medical records.

Supported medical staff in completing patient paperwork.

PSR III Financial Clearance & Counseling Dept

Cedars Sinai Medical Center
03.2023 - 08.2024
  • Company Overview: Contracted w/Aston Carter
  • Supported the Associate Director of Admissions in the Patient Financial Advocate Unit
  • Obtained Referral Authorization's and financial clearance for all scheduled outpatient Diagnostic Imaging
  • Utilized knowledge in ICD-9, CPT Coding and medical terminology to obtain Insurance Verification for all HMO Patients
  • Processed paperwork associated with each referral including authorization forms, consent documents
  • Utilized various software programs such as Microsoft Office, Teams, Excel, CS-LINK and all Insurance Sites
  • Collaborated with internal departments such as clinical staff, billing department and health insurance companies to ensure efficient processing of referrals
  • Created Patients HAR's Account based on all sch in & outpatient appointments
  • Completed 100 plus hours of training via HealthStream
  • Contracted w/Aston Carter

Patient Care Representative Team Lead

Providence Health Care
10.2022 - 03.2023
  • Company Overview: Contracted w/Aston Carter
  • First point of contact upon patient check-in, collecting all proper documents and co-pays prior to checking in patient check-in
  • Managed Front Desk Team of 12 Employees maintaining weekly Staffing schedules coordinating w/employees time off requests, breaks and Lunches
  • Trained all new hires with Epic, Insurance Verification, and Appointment Scheduling for Primary and Specialty Care Physicians
  • Completed all patient outreach calls and scheduling for Mental Health services for patients first initial intake interview
  • Assigned patients referral's to Scheduled Appts
  • Scheduled approximately 250 patients per week with primary care physicians, pediatrics, specialists, labs, ultrasound, x-rays, and pre-op appointments
  • Contracted w/Aston Carter

Team Lead Claims Specialist

EDD- California State Disability Insurance
08.2019 - 12.2022
  • Company Overview: Contracted w/Aston Carter
  • Assisted in coaching and training junior employees with new assignments
  • Assisted Supervisor with conducting staff meetings to relay general information or to address specific topics
  • Addressed pending issues flagged on claimant's accounts to determine eligibility status
  • Followed up with customers on unresolved issues
  • Conducted full claim investigations and reported updates and legal actions
  • Escalated files with significant indemnity exposure to supervisor for further investigation
  • Provided advice to customers regarding claims, rights and appealing processes to prevent disqualifications
  • Checked documentation for accuracy and validity on updated systems
  • Followed guidelines when reviewing applicant data to determine eligibility for economic assistance
  • Scheduled appointments with applicants to gather information and explain benefits processes
  • Contracted w/Aston Carter

Workers Comp Claims / Billing Associate

Compex Legal Services
01.2017 - 04.2019
  • Identified and assessed all Workers Comps Claims submitted and contacted all clients about necessary data missing on initial claims application
  • Communicate with insurance adjusters, attorneys' office, and necessary parties participating with the submitted claims
  • Reviews account data and activity to devise financial estimation reports and adjustments
  • Input financial data into company accounting database for verification and reconciliation, maintaining accurate and current accounts at all times
  • Supported management by processing invoices and documents consistently with on-time delivery
  • Computerized record-keeping systems, initiating and maintaining financial accuracy and current tracking in Excel
  • Aimed to provide clients with the highest level of customer service possible
  • Assisted clients and attorneys with requests for invoice copies, ledger details and explanation of accounts receivable and amounts owed
  • Reviewed full history of past due accounts and contacted client or attorney regarding collections

Call Center Customer Service Rep

Samsung Electronics
07.2015 - 12.2018
  • Reviewed documents, correspondence, and reports regarding all claims filed
  • Contacted insured or other involved parties to obtain missing information regarding claims submitted
  • Consulted with outside parties to resolve discrepancies and create effective solutions
  • Ensured proper training for a team of 15-20 employees
  • Answered high inbound calls, and emails, while also making outbound follow-up calls to customers
  • Collected electronic deductibles submitted for all claims

Front Desk Medical Assistant

Arrowhead Regional Medical Center
10.2007 - 11.2015
  • Checked patients in and out for all scheduled appointments
  • Documented patient medical information, case histories and insurance details to facilitate smooth appointment and payment processing
  • Filed charts numerical and alphabetical
  • Answered all inbound calls transferring them to the proper personal
  • Assisted customers with any questions or inquiries during all visits

Front Desk Office Manager

Romance & Dance
05.2011 - 09.2015
  • Welcomed and assisting visitors in a friendly and professional manner
  • Maintained financial accuracy by collecting deposits, and payments from all customers
  • Scheduled and confirmed appointments, meetings, and events
  • Monitored offices supplies by checking inventory on a weekly basis and placed orders whenever stock was running low
  • I promptly answered multi-line phone system's and greeted callers enthusiastically
  • Cleared Bank Disputes, solved client account problems and filed paperwork

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration

University of Arizona
Phoenix, AZ
06.2021

Associate of Arts - Communications

El Camino College
Compton, CA
05.2011

No Degree - Medical Assistant

Summit Career College
Colton, CA
07.2007

No Degree - General Education

Henry J. Kaiser High School
Fontana, CA
06.2007

Skills

  • Typing 65 WPM & 10-Key Typing
  • Co-Payment Collection
  • Medical Coding and Billing
  • CPT Coding
  • Medical Terminology
  • Self-Starter
  • Time Management
  • Call Center Operations
  • Teamwork
  • Account Management
  • Staff Training, Onboarding & New Hire Training
  • Insurance Verification ( PPO's, HMO's & Medicare)
  • Proficient in Microsoft Systems (Word,Excel,PowerPoint, &SharePoint)
  • Efficient Telephone Etiquette
  • Excellent Verbal & Written Communication Skills

Timeline

PATIENT ADMISSIONS COORDINATOR

California Rehabilitation Institute
10.2024 - 03.2025

PSR III Financial Clearance & Counseling Dept

Cedars Sinai Medical Center
03.2023 - 08.2024

Patient Care Representative Team Lead

Providence Health Care
10.2022 - 03.2023

Team Lead Claims Specialist

EDD- California State Disability Insurance
08.2019 - 12.2022

Workers Comp Claims / Billing Associate

Compex Legal Services
01.2017 - 04.2019

Call Center Customer Service Rep

Samsung Electronics
07.2015 - 12.2018

Front Desk Office Manager

Romance & Dance
05.2011 - 09.2015

Front Desk Medical Assistant

Arrowhead Regional Medical Center
10.2007 - 11.2015

Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration

University of Arizona

Associate of Arts - Communications

El Camino College

No Degree - Medical Assistant

Summit Career College

No Degree - General Education

Henry J. Kaiser High School
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