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Millicent Phillips

Millicent Phillips

Jackson,MS

Summary

Results-oriented medical billing and coding specialist and consulting account manager with over twelve years of experience. Ten years of experience with patient accounts, particular expertise in collections, legal preparation for court litigations, Medicaid, Medicare, and insurance. Over ten years of experience developing professional rapports with commercial insurance institutions (Medicaid, Medicare, Workman’s Compensation, inc) while executing efficiency in challenging, fast-paced working environments. Demonstrated ability to acquire technical knowledge and skills rapidly. Innovative problem solver, able to see the business and technical sides of a problem with a proven record of providing wholesome resolutions to benefit all parties involved. Proven leadership, negotiating abilities. Exceptional communication skills, both oral and written.

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience

Work History

machine maintenance, forklift driver

  • Inventory and supply management, , QS-9000 Internal Auditor, Automatic and secondary press operator, licensed

Caregiver -Personal Care Assistant

VA Medical Center
06.2010 - Current
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
  • Planned, prepared, and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
  • Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
  • Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.

Medical Billing Specialist

Premier Medical Group
03.2004 - 02.2010
  • Knowledge of ICD-9 & CPT-4 Coding, review and verify patient account information, Resolve routine patient billing inquiries and conflicts, Utilize established rapport to follow-up on balances owed from insurance companies, serve as consultant for patient accounts, process payments, adjustments, charges, and denials on patient accounts, efficiently and effectively serve over 800 accounts.

Accounts Receivable Coordinator

Renal Care Group
03.1999 - 03.2004
  • Reviewed accounts daily to process reimbursements, adjustments, and refunds; established and maintained reporting system to reflect daily revenues, reviewed and collected outstanding balances, electronically transmitted Medicare and Medicaid payments

Customer Service Representative

NCO Healthcare Services
12.1996 - 03.1999

Account maintenance, processed insurance claims, Liaison for Medicaid, Medicare, and Workman’s Compensation, researched and prepared legal documents for court litigations, skip tracing

Robotics Operator/Quality

LEAR Seating
09.1993 - 12.1996

Quality Control Inspector

BAE Industries
12.1986 - 09.1993
  • Conducted audits on finished products and processing lines, Machine maintenance, Conducted training seminars, supervised and monitored team of operators, encouraged development through evaluations and personal training
  • Inspected incoming and outgoing materials for accuracy and quality
  • Performed visual inspections and non-destructive tests where appropriate

Education

High School Diploma -

Ruleville Central High School
Ruleville,MS
05.1979

Cosmetology

Alma’s Beauty College
Detroit,MI
06.1980

HIPA Compliance Certification HCFA Certification -

Macomb Community College
Warren,MO
05.2000

Skills

  • 90 keystrokes per minute with 90% accuracy, Efficient in
  • Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
  • Working knowledge of medical terminology, medical billing and insurance claim filing, Communication Skills (both written and oral), Detail-oriented, Working knowledge of commercial insurance, Organizational skills, Ability to multi-task in fast paced environment, Bookkeeping, Accounting, Ability to prioritize responsibilities in fast-paced environment, Great Attendance and Punctuality, Customer-Focus, Data Entry Skills, Over ten years of administrative experience, Management, and Training
  • Critical Thinking
  • Billing and Collections
  • Time Management

Timeline

Caregiver -Personal Care Assistant

VA Medical Center
06.2010 - Current

Medical Billing Specialist

Premier Medical Group
03.2004 - 02.2010

Accounts Receivable Coordinator

Renal Care Group
03.1999 - 03.2004

Customer Service Representative

NCO Healthcare Services
12.1996 - 03.1999

Robotics Operator/Quality

LEAR Seating
09.1993 - 12.1996

Quality Control Inspector

BAE Industries
12.1986 - 09.1993

machine maintenance, forklift driver

High School Diploma -

Ruleville Central High School

Cosmetology

Alma’s Beauty College

HIPA Compliance Certification HCFA Certification -

Macomb Community College
Millicent Phillips