Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Insurance Verification Specialist
McKesson
01.2023 - 01.2024
Verified patient eligibility for insurance coverage by contacting insurance carriers and obtaining the necessary authorization numbers.
Maintained accurate documentation on all pre-authorization requests, denials and appeals.
Developed a working knowledge of insurance plans, including Medicare and Medicaid regulations and requirements.
Provided timely follow up with payers regarding payment status of claims.
Assisted in resolving claim issues related to billing and reimbursement inquiries.
Identified discrepancies in patient's insurance coverage or benefits, ensuring accuracy of data entered into system.
Medical Authorization Specialist
Accredo Specialty Pharmacy
01.2021 - 01.2023
Reviews accuracy and completeness of prior authorization information requested and ensures supporting documents are present and meet company set standards.
Assists with the completion of medical necessity documentation to expedite approvals and ensures that appropriate follow up is performed.
Coordinated communication between providers, patients, payers, and other departments as needed.
Document insurance company interactions and all prior authorization information in system.
Reviews insurance denials and submit appeals as permitted by payor.
Verified insurance authorizations with payers via telephone or web-based systems.
Tracked authorization statuses using electronic databases or manual filing systems.
Ensured timely submission of accurate documentation to support payment of services rendered by providers.
Patient Access Representative
Texas Vista Medical Center
01.2018 - 01.2021
Verified insurance coverage for services provided by the facility.
Collected co-pays and other payments from patients at time of service.
Assisted with scheduling outpatient appointments.
Responded to patient inquiries regarding billing or financial matters.
Ensured accuracy of all data entered into computer system.
Created new patient accounts in EMR system as needed.
Performed pre-registration functions such as verifying demographic information, obtaining authorizations, and collecting deposits and co-payments.
Facilitated communication between patients, staff members, and third party payers.
Followed up on unpaid claims in a timely manner.
Managed incoming faxes related to patient registration processes.
Patient Financial Services Representative
Conifer Health
01.2016 - 01.2018
Answered incoming calls from patients regarding billing inquiries and resolved customer service issues.
Assisted in the maintenance of patient accounts to ensure accuracy of information including demographic, insurance and financial data.
Conducted follow-up on outstanding insurance claims and worked with other departments to resolve payment issues.
Researched and responded to customer inquiries via phone, email, or mail regarding billing statements, services rendered.
Verified eligibility for patients prior to appointment scheduling.
Contacted third party payers regarding unpaid claims or denied claims for further investigation and resolution.
Contacted insurance companies to check status of claim payments.