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Marta Mengesha

Tampa,FL

Summary

Knowledgeable medical office professional talented at correcting and resubmitting claims, preparing patient charts and reviewing health records to identify proper diagnosis codes for billing. Offers background in reviewing, analyzing and managing medical record information to obtain prior authorizations from insurance companies and ensure payment.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Mental Health Medical Biller and Coder

Quantum Practice Management
2023.10 - Current
  • Correctly coded and billed medical claims for various hospital and nursing facilities.
  • Reduced claim denials through meticulous verification of patient eligibility and coverage benefits prior to claim submission.
  • Worked closely with physicians to accurately assign ICD-10 diagnostic codes for optimal reimbursement rates from insurance companies.
  • Processed insurance company denials by auditing patient files, researching procedures, and diagnostic codes to determine proper reimbursement.
  • Collaborated with healthcare providers to ensure accurate documentation, leading to timely reimbursements for services rendered.
  • Streamlined billing processes by implementing efficient coding practices, resulting in reduced errors and improved revenue generation.
  • Interacted with physicians and other healthcare staff to ask questions regarding patient services.

Accounting and Billing Clerk

Leviat CRH Company
2022.07 - 2023.09

Performed receivable tasks, reconciled invoices, and ensured accurate financial transactions


Collaborated with cross-functional teams such as engineering, customer service and sales to resolve billing discrepancies and optimize financial processes


Managed invoicing and analyzed financial data for decision-making


Handled collections and negotiated payment arrangements


Assisted in contract management and review


Facilitated vendor setup and maintained vendor relationships.



Maintained company records and documented operational data, shipping documentation such as proof of deliveries and bill of ladings.


Assist with maintaining customers tax exempt and resale certificate records


Met billing deadlines for month end and close.

Medical Collection Specialist

Preferred Collection and Management
2016.06 - 2022.07

Managed medical billing and collections for a diverse portfolio of healthcare providers


Successfully negotiated payment arrangements with patients and insurance companies, resulting in improved revenue flow


Evaluated accounts recommended for closure and assisted in report preparation.


Verified accuracy and integrity of motor vehicle and workers' compensation claims through careful research and analysis.


Flagged return claims and dealt with insufficient payments.

Education

High School Diploma -

A.P. Leto Comprehensive High School
Tampa, FL
06.2011

Skills

  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Insurance Verification
  • ICD-10 Proficiency
  • Claim submission
  • Appeals processing
  • Denial Management

Timeline

Mental Health Medical Biller and Coder

Quantum Practice Management
2023.10 - Current

Accounting and Billing Clerk

Leviat CRH Company
2022.07 - 2023.09

Medical Collection Specialist

Preferred Collection and Management
2016.06 - 2022.07

High School Diploma -

A.P. Leto Comprehensive High School
Marta Mengesha