LeAnna Duarte
Duncanville,Texas
Summary
Driven Legal Assistant with 10 years of experience in Tort law. Highly skilled at multitasking to efficiently and effectively maximize the settlement of a claim. I am committed to expanding my knowledge of the PI process while utilizing my skills to facilitate the growth of my new employer.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Assistant
The Rogers Law Firm
01.2013 - Current
- Negotiate settlements and mediate reductions to create mutually beneficial solutions while maintaining positive relationships with LOP and lien providers.
- Report and finalized all Governmental liens, e.g., Medicare, Medicaid, TX OAG, DOD/VA.
- Support attorneys in achieving favorable outcomes through thorough research and analysis of complex legal issues.
- Work alongside attorneys on complex cases and legal processes.
- Streamline administrative processes for better efficiency in handling caseloads, reducing paperwork backlog, and ensuring timely completion of tasks.
- Increase client satisfaction by efficiently managing case files and promptly addressing inquiries.
- Facilitate timely resolution of legal matters by preparing and organizing essential documents.
- Request and review medical documentations.
Office Manager
Aurora Health Care
03.2007 - 12.2012
- Streamlined office operations by implementing efficient billing, collections, filing systems and organizational strategies.
- Increased accuracy in medical WC and PI claims submissions by conducting thorough reviews of patient records and insurance information.
- Enhanced team productivity by delegating tasks effectively and overseeing daily workflow.
- Expedited payment processing by promptly addressing any discrepancies or issues raised by insurance carriers.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to ensure accurate documentation, leading to timely reimbursements for services rendered.
- Contributed to team efficiency by maintaining organized records of patient accounts, billing statements, and payment statuses.
- Ensured continuous improvement in billing processes through regular audits of medical codes and charge entries for accuracy.
- Worked closely with physicians to accurately assign ICD-10 diagnostic codes for optimal reimbursement rates from insurance companies.
- Maintained high levels of customer satisfaction through prompt resolution of disputes related to charges on patient accounts or insurance claims.
Education
High School Diploma -
L.G. Pinkston
Dallas, TX06.1994
Skills
- Negotiations
- Office and Case Management
- Notary Public
- Document Preparation (LOP, LOR, and reductions)
- Relationship Building (clients and providers)
- Task Prioritization
- Interviewing Clients
- Document Filing
- Logistics Management
- Time Management
- Problem Solving / Conflict Resolution
- Fast Learner
- Critical Thinking
- Multitasking
- Interpersonal Skills
- LexisNexis
Timeline
Legal Assistant
The Rogers Law Firm
01.2013 - Current
Office Manager
Aurora Health Care
03.2007 - 12.2012
High School Diploma -
L.G. Pinkston
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