Noemi Alvarez
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Detail-oriented and experienced healthcare administrative professional seeking a role in the Medical Management department at AltaMed. Bringing extensive experience in medical scheduling, authorizations, and insurance verification, with a strong understanding of Medi-Cal, HMO, PPO, and government reimbursement regulations. Passionate about ensuring efficient healthcare operations and enhancing patient care coordination.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Scheduling Coordinator I
AltaMed PACE Pomona
04.2017 - Current
- Process and manage authorizations for outpatient and inpatient medical services, ensuring compliance with state and federal guidelines
- Coordinate and schedule medical appointments, including follow-ups and complex surgical procedures
- Work closely with Utilization Management (UM) and Medical Management to verify CPT codes and handle authorization modifications
- Communicate with specialist offices to schedule appointments and obtain necessary medical records
- Ensure accurate documentation and timely submission of referrals and authorizations
- Collaborate with transportation coordinators to arrange patient transportation and escorts
- Provide clear instructions to nursing facilities, families, and patients regarding appointments and medical procedures
Scheduler, Front Desk Receptionist, Insurance Verification
United Medical Imaging of East Los Angeles
03.2015 - 04.2017
- Scheduled patient appointments for various imaging modalities, including CT, mammography, ultrasound, and biopsies
- Verified insurance coverage (Medi-Cal, HMO, PPO) and processed pre-authorizations
- Assisted with modifications on authorizations and ensured timely follow-up on patient mammogram results
Medical Receptionist & Insurance Coordinator
San Pedro Adams Medical Center
10.2013 - 11.2014
- Handled phone calls, patient scheduling, and insurance verification
- Processed CPT codes, authorizations, and insurance claims
- Collected co-payments and deductibles while maintaining accurate patient records
Education
Medical Biller and Insurance Coding -
United Education Institute (UEI)
High School Diploma -
Abram Friedman Occupational Center
Skills
- Bilingual (Spanish/English)
- Knowledge of pre-authorizations and reimbursement regulations
- Expertise in Carestream RIS
- Expertise in PACS
- Expertise in ALTAMED NET
- Expertise in EPIC
- Expertise in CONNECT AND SHARE
- Patient coordination & scheduling
- Insurance verification
- Fast learner
- Organized
- Reliable
- Multitasking
- Strong communication skills
- Leadership skills
References
Available Upon Request
Timeline
Scheduling Coordinator I
AltaMed PACE Pomona
04.2017 - Current
Scheduler, Front Desk Receptionist, Insurance Verification
United Medical Imaging of East Los Angeles
03.2015 - 04.2017
Medical Receptionist & Insurance Coordinator
San Pedro Adams Medical Center
10.2013 - 11.2014
Medical Biller and Insurance Coding -
United Education Institute (UEI)
High School Diploma -
Abram Friedman Occupational Center
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