Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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Melynda Vraspir

Roundup,MT

Summary

Compassionate Patient Financial Advocate with proven expertise in financial counseling, customer service, and HIPAA compliance. Dedicated to improving patient experiences and streamlining financial processes.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Patient Financial Advocate II

Intermountain Healthcare
Billings, MT
01.2023 - Current

Coordinated patient financial assistance programs, ensuring accessibility to necessary resources.

  • Collaborated with healthcare teams to streamline patient financial workflows and enhance efficiency.
  • Assisted in resolving billing inquiries, improving patient satisfaction and experience.
  • Developed tailored payment plans for individuals facing financial hardships, promoting access to necessary medical care regardless of income level.
  • Evaluated patient eligibility for Medicaid and other government assistance programs, ensuring all viable funding options were explored before resorting to out-of-pocket payments.
  • Reduced patient anxiety surrounding medical expenses by offering compassionate support and financial guidance during difficult times.
  • Improved patient financial experiences by providing comprehensive guidance on payment options and assistance programs.
  • Enhanced patient trust by maintaining confidentiality and ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations during financial discussions.
  • Streamlined the application process for financial aid, reducing wait times and increasing patient satisfaction.
  • Answered incoming calls, scheduled appointments and filed medical records.
  • Verified patient insurance eligibility and entered patient information into system.
  • Provided excellent customer service to patients and medical staff.
  • Greeted and assisted patients with check-in procedures.
  • Followed document protocols to safeguard confidentiality of patient records.
  • Processed payments using cash and credit cards, maintaining accurate records of transactions.
  • Facilitated communication between patients and various departments and staff.
  • Resolved customer complaints using established follow-up procedures.

Patient Access Specialist II

Intermountain Healthcare
Billings, MT
10.2018 - 12.2022
  • Facilitated patient registration and insurance verification processes to ensure accurate data collection.
  • Coordinated communication between patients and healthcare providers to enhance service delivery.
  • Managed scheduling of patient appointments, optimizing clinic efficiency and reducing wait times.
  • Maintained patient confidentiality by adhering to HIPAA guidelines and hospital policies.
  • Provided exceptional customer service, addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
  • Collected and entered patient demographic and insurance data into computer database to establish patient's medical record.
  • Handled sensitive situations involving distressed patients with empathy maintaining professionalism throughout interactions.
  • Collaborated with clinical staff to ensure seamless coordination of care for patients.
  • Collected and validated patient demographics and insurance information.
  • Identified insurance payment sources and listed payers in proper sequence to establish chain of payment.
  • Streamlined front-desk operations for improved patient flow and reduced wait times.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
  • Managed high call volume while maintaining a professional demeanor, ensuring accurate communication of information.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing efficient registration and scheduling services.
  • Stayed calm under pressure to and successfully dealt with difficult situations.
  • Responded to inquiries by directing calls to appropriate personnel.
  • Trained new staff on filing, phone etiquette and other office duties.
  • Offered simple, clear explanations to help clients and families understand hospital policies and procedures.
  • Provided excellent customer service to patients and medical staff.
  • Greeted and assisted patients with check-in procedures.
  • Answered incoming calls, scheduled appointments and filed medical records.

Clinical Assistant

Roundup Memorial Healthcare
Roundup, MT
04.2008 - 10.2018
  • Assisted with patient intake, ensuring accurate data entry and compliance with health regulations.
  • Coordinated appointment schedules, optimizing workflow for clinical staff and improving patient access.
  • Mentored junior staff in best practices for patient care and office procedures, fostering a collaborative team environment.
  • Improved patient satisfaction by handling queries and concerns with empathy and professionalism.
  • Assisted patients with basic care needs.
  • Followed comprehensive clinical protocols to safeguard patient safety.
  • Utilized effective communication and active listening skills when interacting with physicians, nursing staff, and patients.
  • Reviewed physician's calendar and scheduled patient appointments by telephone and in-person.
  • Enhanced patient care by efficiently managing medical records and coordinating appointments.
  • Reduced wait times for patients by efficiently managing check-ins, insurance verification, and payment processing.

Education

High School Diploma -

Beaverhead County High School
Dillon, MT

Skills

  • Financial counseling
  • Customer service
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Patient registration
  • Insurance verification
  • Payment collection
  • Teamwork
  • Time management
  • Punctual and hardworking
  • Reliability
  • Calm and effective under pressure
  • Adaptability and flexibility

Timeline

Patient Financial Advocate II

Intermountain Healthcare
01.2023 - Current

Patient Access Specialist II

Intermountain Healthcare
10.2018 - 12.2022

Clinical Assistant

Roundup Memorial Healthcare
04.2008 - 10.2018

High School Diploma -

Beaverhead County High School

Computer Experience

I have worked with Epic programs for the last 8 years and have some Cerner experience.

Melynda Vraspir