Lori Ferguson
Clearwater,FL
Summary
Dynamic Billing Specialist with extensive experience in managing complex billing systems, ensuring precise invoicing, and maintaining meticulous financial records. Strong grasp of accounting procedures and expertise in utilizing billing software to efficiently manage high-volume workloads. Proven track record in proactively resolving billing discrepancies, enhancing internal tracking processes, and contributing to successful audit outcomes. Actively seeking a part-time, remote medical billing position, equipped with a fully compliant home office ready for immediate engagement.
Medical billing professional with deep expertise in managing patient billing and insurance claims. Strong background in coding, account reconciliation, and compliance with healthcare regulations. Known for collaborating effectively with teams and adapting to changing needs to achieve optimal results. Reliable and detail-focused, ensuring accurate and timely processing of financial information.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Billing Specialist
Numerous Employers
Remote
02.2024 - 10.2024
- Assisted in resolving billing discrepancies and customer inquiries promptly.
- Verified insurance coverage and identified third-party payers for billing purposes.
- Calculated billing charges, prepared and submitted claims to insurance companies.
- Submitted claims to insurance companies.
Billiing Specialist
Encoda,LLC
Tampa, Florida
08.2020 - 01.2021
- Provided full RCM to two separate medical practices. Remote billing, claims, insurance verifications, authorizations, and full A/R.
Medical Billing Manager
Harbor Oaks Eye Associates
Clearwater, Florida
04.2006 - 11.2018
- Managed billing processes for patient accounts and insurance claims.
- Reviewed and corrected billing discrepancies to ensure accuracy.
- Coordinated with healthcare providers to obtain necessary documentation.
- Implemented best practices for timely claims submission and follow-up.
- Analyzed billing reports to identify trends in denials or delays.
- Reviewed appeals processes and assisted in preparing appeal letters when necessary.
- Oversaw daily activities related to the processing of electronic claims submissions.
- Resolved issues related to denied or rejected payments from insurance companies.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
Florida International University
Miami, FL04-2010
Skills
- Billing software
- Insurance verification
- Claims processing
- Revenue cycle management
- Coding accuracy
- Customer relationship management
- Compliance management
- Conflict resolution
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Analytical thinking
Certification
- Certified medical Billing
- Certified Medical Coding
Timeline
Billing Specialist
Numerous Employers
02.2024 - 10.2024
Billiing Specialist
Encoda,LLC
08.2020 - 01.2021
Medical Billing Manager
Harbor Oaks Eye Associates
04.2006 - 11.2018
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
Florida International University