Merianne Dittmar

• Coordinate patient scheduling and the check-in process.
• Check patient insurance, demographic, and health history to keep information current.
• Help patients complete necessary medical forms and documentation.
• Maintained strict confidentiality of patient information, adhering to HIPAA regulations and medical office policies.

• Communicated with insurance providers to resolve denied claims and resubmitted.
• Posted and adjusted payments from insurance companies.
• Communicated effectively and extensively with other departments to resolve claims issues.
• Assisted patients with understanding their medical bills and provided clarification on complex insurance issues, promoting a positive customer experience.

• Accurately and efficiently code medical procedures and diagnoses using CPT and ICD-10 codes.

• Submit claims to insurance companies and programs (Medicare, Medicaid)

• Follow up on unpaid claims to ensure prompt payment

• Resolve billing issues and discrepancies with patients and insurance companies

• Review and interpret insurance policies and billing guidelines

• Ensure compliance with federal and state regulations related to medical billing and privacy laws (HIPAA)

• Maintain accurate billing records and files

• Communicate effectively with healthcare providers, patients, and insurance companies

• Keep up-to-date with changes in medical billing practices and regulations

• Participate in quality improvement activities and audits.

• Implement age appropriate educational activities to foster learning while providing an overall safe environment for participants’ children

• Adapt activities to children’s needs and abilities

o Children ages range from newborn to 12 years old

• Facilitate room set-up/break-down and set-up of food to be served

• Assist with participant check- in

• Serve food to participants prior to classes and prior to the beginning of child care services

• Identify any potential safety risks and act quickly to alleviate potential safety issues

• Report and document any issues of concern to Kids Club Managerand other appropriate channels especially surrounding child abuse and/or maltreatment

Ability to work a flexible schedule as program needs require travel and evening hours