Maria Benway
Sunrise,Florida
Summary
Results-driven Medical Insurance Verifier and Medical Assistant with over 20 years of experience in healthcare. Skilled in effective communication. patient care and meticulous documentation, ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations and enhancing operational efficiency.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Insurance verifier
Oral Facial Reconstruction and Implant Center
Plantation, Florida
04.2015 - 07.2026
- Verified insurance eligibility for dental and surgical procedures, ensuring proper coverage and minimizing payment delays.
- Maintained accurate patient records in electronic health record system, enhancing data integrity and accessibility.
- Reviewed patient information for data accuracy, supporting effective care coordination and timely treatment decisions.
- Documented all transactions related to insurance verifications meticulously.
Medical Assistant Technician
Dr. Steven Cohn
Tamarac, FL
03.2010 - 01.2015
- Assisted with patient exams, taking vital signs, collecting specimens, administering injections and performing laboratory tests.
- Provided support during medical examinations and procedures for enhanced patient care.
- Assisted with patient intake and documentation processes for smooth operations.
- Educated patients on treatment plans and follow-up care guidelines for better compliance.
- Maintained medical equipment and supplies to ensure readiness for daily operations.
- Performed routine laboratory tests and prepared samples for analysis.
- Administered medications under the supervision of a physician or nurse practitioner.
- Provided support to physicians, nurses and other healthcare professionals in a variety of clinical settings.
- Sterilized equipment according to established protocols before use on each patient.
- Obtained blood samples from patients using venipuncture techniques or finger sticks.
- Prepared rooms for patient examinations by cleaning instruments and stocking exam rooms with necessary supplies.
- Updated immunization records in compliance with state laws.
- Assisted with minor surgeries under direct supervision of a physician or nurse practitioner.
- Ensured compliance with health regulations and safety protocols in clinical settings.
- Adhered to safety standards while working within the healthcare environment.
- Ensured that all medical charts were accurately documented according to HIPAA regulations.
- Measured vital signs and took medical histories to prepare patients for examination.
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
- Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
- Collected, labeled and stored laboratory specimens properly prior to testing.
- Replaced wound dressings to support patient recovery and monitor healing progress. on wounds to prevent infection and check for healing.
Education
Associate of Science - Medical Assistant
David Hale Fanning Vocational School
Worcester, MA05-1981
Skills
- Insurance verification
- Benefits verification
- Coverage verification
- Plan verification
- Coverage authorizations
- Insurance navigation
- Data accuracy
- Data entry and review
- Medical documentation
- Electronic records
- Appointment scheduling
- Coordination and scheduling
- Healthcare regulations
- HIPAA compliance
- Medical terminology
- Radiology
- Problem solving
- Electronic records
Timeline
Medical Insurance verifier
Oral Facial Reconstruction and Implant Center
04.2015 - 07.2026
Medical Assistant Technician
Dr. Steven Cohn
03.2010 - 01.2015
Associate of Science - Medical Assistant
David Hale Fanning Vocational School