Accomplished Medical Biller and Office Manager at Cincinnati Foot and Ankle Care, adept in insurance claims and fostering customer relations. Streamlined billing processes, enhancing patient satisfaction and operational efficiency. Skilled in HIPAA compliance and customer service, significantly reducing claim rejections and improving team productivity.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Biller
Cincinnati Foot and Ankle Care
07.2000 - Current
Verified insurance of patients to determine eligibility.
Communicated with insurance providers to resolve denied claims and resubmitted.
Managed appeals process for denied claims, resulting in successful reimbursements from insurance companies.
Filed and updated patient information and medical records.
Ensured timely payments from insurance providers through submission of accurate and complete claims.
Collected payments and applied to patient accounts.
Posted payments and collections on regular basis.
Implemented quality control measures to identify potential errors before submitting claims, reducing rejections significantly.
Liaised between patients, insurance companies, and billing office.
Accurately entered patient demographic and billing information in billing system to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
Maintained compliance with industry regulations by staying updated on changes to medical billing codes and requirements.
Delivered timely and accurate charge submissions.
Collaborated with healthcare providers, ensuring accurate documentation for seamless billing operations.
Acted as liaison between healthcare providers and insurance companies; resolved disputes quickly while maintaining positive relationships.
Improved patient satisfaction levels with clear explanations of their financial responsibilities and available payment options.
Prepared billing statements for patients and verified correct diagnostic coding.
Adhered to established standards to safeguard patients' health information.
Reviewed outstanding balances owed by patients; initiated collection actions if necessary resulting in improved account recovery efforts.
Assisted patients in understanding insurance benefits, leading to a positive experience during their visit.
Office Manager
Cincinnati Foot and Ankle Care
07.2000 - 05.2022
Handled sensitive information with discretion, maintaining confidentiality of company documents and personnel records.
Provided exceptional customer service when addressing client inquiries or concerns via phone calls or email correspondence.
Maintained accurate financial records by reconciling accounts payable/receivable transactions regularly to ensure balanced budgets.
Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving.
Enhanced team productivity by delegating tasks effectively and overseeing daily workflow.
Coordinated office events and meetings, ensuring timely execution and optimal scheduling for all participants.
Streamlined office operations by implementing efficient filing systems and organizational strategies.
Served as a liaison between upper management and staff members, facilitating open channels of communication to address concerns or issues promptly.
Facilitated smooth communication between departments, addressing concerns promptly to maintain harmonious work relationships.
Supported department heads in accomplishing their goals through diligent administrative assistance such as report generation and data entry.
Oversaw facility maintenance requests, coordinating with building management to address repairs or improvements efficiently.
Developed comprehensive policy manuals outlining procedures and guidelines, contributing to a well-organized workplace culture.
Optimized office space utilization, leading to more efficient and productive work environment.
Implemented comprehensive training program for new hires, improving their integration into team and productivity.
Developed and enforced office policies that aligned with company values and regulatory requirements, maintaining compliance.
Conducted regular reviews of office procedures, identifying and implementing improvements for operational excellence.
Handled sensitive employee and client information with utmost confidentiality, maintaining trust and integrity.
Improved team morale and cohesion with regular team-building activities and open communication channels.
Facilitated smooth office relocations by meticulously planning and coordinating all aspects of move.
Provided comprehensive administrative support to senior management, enabling them to focus on strategic decision-making.
Resolved office disputes swiftly and equitably, maintaining harmonious workplace.
Facilitated positive work environment, addressing employee concerns promptly and fostering culture of mutual respect.
Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
Education
Associates Of Arts - Liberal Arts
University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OH
06.2000
Skills
Insurance Claims
Medical Billing
Insurance Billing
Electronic Claims
HIPAA Compliance
Insurance Verification
Patient Billing
Billing and Collection Procedures
Customer Service
Medicaid and Medicare Knowledge
Data Entry
Medicare and Medicaid process
ICD-10
Timeline
Medical Biller
Cincinnati Foot and Ankle Care
07.2000 - Current
Office Manager
Cincinnati Foot and Ankle Care
07.2000 - 05.2022
Associates Of Arts - Liberal Arts
University of Cincinnati
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