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Melanie Johnson

Douglas,GA

Summary

Dedicated administrative professional well-versed in communication and team building. Ready to bring 15 years of relevant diverse work experience to your team. Cordial Patient Access Specialist with demonstrated customer service skills in all interactions, with both external and internal customers. Social and communicative with high regard for sensitive and confidential information. Clear understanding of HIPAA rules and insurance protocols.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Patient Access Specialist

Irwin County Hospital
01.2019 - Current
  • Obtained patient's insurance information and determined eligibility for benefits for specific services rendered.
  • Collected and entered patient demographic and insurance data into computer database to establish patient's medical record.
  • Secured patient information and confidential medical records in compliance with HIPAA privacy rule standards to protect patient's privacy.
  • Obtained signatures from financial responsibility and treatment procedures from patients or guardians.
  • Performed patient pre-admission, admission, transfer and discharge activities.

Customer Service Representative

Circle K
07.2010 - 01.2019
  • Responded to customer requests for products, services, and company information.
  • Trained staff on operating procedures and company services.
  • Responded proactively and positively to rapid change.

Machine Operator

Shaw Industries
04.2007 - 07.2009
  • Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
  • Calibrated, tested, and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for production operations.
  • Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.

Education

Bachelor's - Business Administration and Management, General

Valdosta State University
Valdosta, GA
12.2024

Associate of Arts - AA - Sociology

South Georgia State College
Douglas, GA
12.2017

Skills

  • Appointment Scheduling
  • Communication
  • Insurance Verification
  • Leadership
  • Medical Terminology
  • Documentation accuracy
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Front desk operations
  • Data entry proficiency

Timeline

Patient Access Specialist

Irwin County Hospital
01.2019 - Current

Customer Service Representative

Circle K
07.2010 - 01.2019

Machine Operator

Shaw Industries
04.2007 - 07.2009

Bachelor's - Business Administration and Management, General

Valdosta State University

Associate of Arts - AA - Sociology

South Georgia State College
Melanie Johnson