Detail-oriented professional with focus on deadlines and skilled in handling medical billing without errors. Confident Medical Biller knowledgeable in data confidentiality and privacy practices when reviewing patient information.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
DME Medical Billing
Advanced Medical Solutions, Inc
Nashville, TN
03.2021 - 09.2022
Performed full-cycle DME medical billing in a fast-paced office
Interpreted medical records and examined diagnosis codes for accuracy, completeness, specificity and appropriateness according to services rendered
Precisely completed appropriate claims paperwork, documentation, and system entry
Submitted electronic and paper claims to insurance companies including Medicare and Medicaid to collect medical payments
Utilize tracking reports to follow up on unpaid claims
Communicated with insurance providers to ensure any denied claims were resolved
Resubmitted claims after denial and editing to achieve financial targets and reduce outstanding debt
Appealed denied claims by submitting supporting documentation
Maintained current accounts through aged revenue reporting
Performed day-to-day operations of billing department including medical coding, payment posting, accounts receivables and collections
Complied with all HIPPA regulations to protect patients' medical records and information
Participated in work shops and other training opportunities to remain current on billing procedures and industry updates
DME Intake/Customer Service
Advanced Medical Solutions, Inc
Nashville, TN
08.2019 - 03.2021
Receive and process DME orders received from referrals via fax or email.
Verify medical necessity with healthcare providers and request any additional documentation per insurance guidelines
Used Brightree to input information into computerized patient record system
Contacted insurance providers to verify correct insurance information and get authorization for proper billing codes
Schedule orders for delivery with patient's after insurance verification and medical necessity process has been completed
Submit orders to warehouse for delivery
Take inbound phone calls from referral sources and patient's to determine status of DME order
Updated patient accounts and information on a daily basis
Communicated with patients to obtain payments on accounts requiring deductibles or co-pays
DME Intake Coordinator
Bradley Health Services
Nashville, TN
09.2018 - 05.2019
Receive fax referrals for DME equipment from physicians and other healthcare professionals
Verify insurance eligibility prior to processing orders to guarantee reimbursement on the back end
Review referral documentation and medical criteria has been met per insurance guidelines
Educate healthcare providers via phone or email on proper insurance guidelines and medical documentation requirements for specific DME equipment
Send in prior authorization request for equipment ordered if required by insurance
Take inbound phone calls from referral sources and beneficiaries to determine the status of a DME order
Ensure any release of information request were HIPPA compliant
Maintained all medical record information in paper files as well as in the electronic system
Coordinated delivery times for equipment between patients and the logistics team
Pulled medical equipment for each order processed to prepare for delivery
Worked retail floor as well as cash register periodically to accommodate business needs
Tier II Customer Service Representative
CGS Administrators
Nashville, TN
09.2013 - 09.2018
Complete 100% of callback cases within 10 days from date of receipt
Participate in all trainings and meetings as requested by management
Act as a positive member of the department by encouraging tier 1 callers, educating tier 1 callers, and working a cohesive team to accurately and effectively assist DME suppliers
Achieve performance requirements exceeding quality and timeliness processing goals
Consistently demonstrate the ability to independently and effectively manage all assigned workloads
Taking escalated calls from providers to resolve complex issues that cannot be handled on the front end
Assist with tier 1 calls when it is a business need to ensure all metrics are met
Take inbound prior authorization calls to assist suppliers in determining if they met all of the documentation requirements
Reviewing claims to determine if an adjustment is necessary due to a contractor error
Send all contractor errors back to the appropriate department for adjustments