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Lori A. Peterson

Jonesborough,TN

Summary

Healthcare professional specializing in patient support and advocacy. Expertise in organizing medical records and facilitating communication among healthcare teams. Demonstrated success in conflict resolution and policy enforcement. Advanced knowledge of healthcare billing, referrals, and scheduling software enhances operational efficiency.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Patient Service Representative

Ballad Health
Johnson City, TN
12.2022 - Current

Ensured operational efficiency by checking in and out patients.

  • Coordinated surgeries and scheduled appointments for improved patient flow.

Maintained accurate records by scanning medical documents into EHR.

  • Verified insurance and requested medical records for seamless billing processes.
  • Applied ICD-10 codes and collected copays to generate precise cost estimates.
  • Responded to patients' billing inquiries for enhanced clarity.
  • Oversaw scheduling of heart catheterizations, stress tests, echocardiograms, and vascular surgeries.
  • Streamlined patient care through effective management of incoming and outgoing referrals.

Customer Service Representative

Ballad Health
Gray, TN
04.2018 - 09.2021
  • Company Overview: Ballad Health Medical Equipment
  • Responsible for entering patient data, including demographics and medical insurance into company based software
  • Answered on an average of 50-100 phone calls per day assisting customers’ with questions and forwarding calls to the appropriate departments
  • Experience in medical terminology and CPT-10 billing
  • Ballad Health Medical Equipment

Cashier

Walgreens
Johnson City, TN
08.2016 - 12.2017

Engaged customers upon store entry to assess needs and preferences.

  • Delivered assistance in person and via phone while maintaining professionalism.
  • Advised on acquiring out-of-stock products according to customer demands.
  • Achieved recognition for delivering service with high efficiency and accuracy.
  • Ensured prompt resolution of issues, enhancing customer satisfaction.
  • Coordinated multiple tasks to swiftly resolve customer concerns.

Education

Medical Billing/Office Administration - Medical Billing And Coding/Office Procedures

Ross Medical Education
Johnson City, TN
07.2023

Skills

  • Medical coding expertise (ICD-9, CPT-10)
  • Expertise in surgical scheduling
  • Proficient with Epic systems software
  • Skills in Microsoft Office applications
  • Data management using Excel tools
  • Insurance claims processing expertise
  • Coordination of diagnostic testing procedures
  • Experience with multi-line phone systems
  • Client relationship development and management
  • Management of electronic health records (EHR)
  • Strong problem-solving capabilities
  • Detail-oriented work ethic
  • Scheduling efficiency for procedures and surgeries
  • Risk assessment strategies in healthcare settings
  • Accuracy in patient documentation processes
  • Pre-authorization and referral coordination skills

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Patient Service Representative

Ballad Health
12.2022 - Current

Customer Service Representative

Ballad Health
04.2018 - 09.2021

Cashier

Walgreens
08.2016 - 12.2017

Medical Billing/Office Administration - Medical Billing And Coding/Office Procedures

Ross Medical Education
Lori A. Peterson
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