Versatile professional serves as first point of contact for patients by verifying insurance, handling paperwork and preparing records. Patient-oriented and helpful candidate familiar with MS Office and EHR systems coupled with thorough knowledge of medical terminology. Committed to providing personalized service and quality patient care.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Front Office Assistant
Piedmont Physicians Group Internal Medicine
12.2023 - Current
Posted payments and charges to patient accounts and participated in billing processes.
Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
Scheduled patient appointments in respective doctors' calendars and followed up with reminder phone calls.
Improved patient relations by proactively addressing concerns or complaints with professionalism and empathy.
Handled financial transactions responsibly, collecting copayments and processing payments with attention to detail.
Managed high call volumes effectively, addressing patient inquiries and resolving issues promptly.
Coordinated referrals to specialists or other healthcare providers as needed for comprehensive patient care.
Collect patient and client documents and information upon referral.
Safeguarded patient privacy by strictly adhering to HIPAA regulations and maintaining confidentiality at all times.
Screened and transferred incoming calls, took down messages, and transmitted information and documents to internal personnel.
Patient Registration Associate
Children's Health Care of Atlanta
10.2023 - 12.2023
Enhanced patient registration efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing electronic records management.
Processed payments from patients for copays, deductibles, or other out-of-pocket expenses as required.
Ensured accurate patient data collection by utilizing comprehensive intake forms and verifying information.
Supported successful audits by maintaining thorough documentation of all registration activities in compliance with established guidelines.
Managed high volumes of incoming calls, directing callers to appropriate departments while maintaining diplomacy and professionalism.
Explained financial responsibilities to patients as well as payment options and potential collection procedures imposed upon patients and other responsible parties.
Scheduled 50+ daily appointments using computerized calendars.
Patient Treatment Coordinator
Walmart Health
11.2020 - 10.2023
Communicated with insurance companies to verify coverage and obtain authorizations for medical treatments and procedures.
Maintained confidentiality of patient data and condition to safeguard health information.
Upheld confidentiality requirements and regulatory compliance guidelines.
Delivered excellent patient experiences and direct care.
Worked with patients to schedule tests and procedures.
Coordinated transportation to get patients to and from medical appointments.
Verified patient insurance eligibility and entered patient information into system.
Provided excellent customer service to patients and medical staff.
Greeted and assisted patients with check-in procedures.
Medical/Dental Treatment Coordinator .
Proficient in Epic Software and Dentrix Software.
Presented Treatment Plans to patients.
End of day closing.
Applied administrative knowledge and courtesy to explain procedures and services to patients.
Trained new staff on filing, phone etiquette and other office duties.
Front Desk Receptionist
Jones Bridge Dental Care
08.2019 - 11.2020
Maintained organized and clean front office area to create professional and welcoming environment for visitors and employees.
Greeted guests at front desk and engaged in pleasant conversations while managing check-in process.
Schedule, reschedule and cancel appointments for an average of 80 patients per month using Dentrix Software.
Prepare insurance claim forms, explain benefits and outline pricing details for procedures and services.
Verification of insurance.
Receiving high volume of calls.
Went over Treatment plans with patients.
Front Desk Coordinator
Dentistry For Children
06.2016 - 08.2019
Adhered to strict HIPAA guidelines to protect patient privacy.
Checked patient insurance, demographic, and health history to keep information current.
Helped patients complete necessary medical forms and documentation.
Coordinated patient scheduling, check-in, check-out and payments for billing.
Managed multi-line phone system and pleasantly greeted patients.
Used Dental Vision for scheduling system.
Front Desk Coordinator
My Kidz Dentist
05.2015 - 06.2016
Scheduled appointments in computer system.
Greeted Patients at front desk and engaged in pleasant conversations while managing check-in process.
Read and responded to emails, answered telephone calls on multi-line phone system and transferred callers.
Verified patient demographic information, copied documentation and directed to provided information.
Greeted visitors and customers upon arrival, offered assistance, and answered questions to build rapport and retention.
Used Dentrix to maintain and update records of internal data.
Adhered to strict HIPAA guidelines to protect patient privacy.
Assisted with medical coding and billing tasks.
Insurance Verification.
Education
High School Diploma -
East Coweta High School
Sharpsburg, GA
05.2015
Skills
Healthcare System Navigation
Customer Service
Attention to Detail
Spanish/English Fluency
Patient Treatment Planning
Benefits Explanations
Proficient in Epic Software and Dentrix Software
Scheduling
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Front Office Assistant
Piedmont Physicians Group Internal Medicine
12.2023 - Current
Patient Registration Associate
Children's Health Care of Atlanta
10.2023 - 12.2023
Patient Treatment Coordinator
Walmart Health
11.2020 - 10.2023
Front Desk Receptionist
Jones Bridge Dental Care
08.2019 - 11.2020
Front Desk Coordinator
Dentistry For Children
06.2016 - 08.2019
Front Desk Coordinator
My Kidz Dentist
05.2015 - 06.2016
High School Diploma -
East Coweta High School
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