Professional Summary
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Work History
Education
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Sharon Wright

HCA
Kissimmee,FL
12
years of professional experience

Dedicated AR Collection Specialist skilled in effective negotiation and customer service. Proven ability to enhance client relationships and implement follow-up strategies that drive timely collections and improve financial outcomes.

Work History

AR Collection Specialist

4 Years 6 Months
HCA | 04.2022 - Current
  • Managed accounts receivable processes, ensuring timely collections and minimizing delinquencies.
  • Analyzed aging reports to identify high-risk accounts and implemented effective follow-up strategies.
  • Collaborated with healthcare providers to resolve billing discrepancies and enhance client relationships.
  • Utilized advanced ERP systems to track payments and generate detailed financial reports for management review.
  • Worked in call center environment handling manual and automatically dialed outbound calls.
  • Located customers with overdue accounts and solicited payment in compliance with fair debt collection practices.
  • Managed accounts receivable aging reports to identify outstanding balances.
  • Processed Medicare and Medicaid well as Commercial claims accurately, ensuring compliance with federal regulations and policies.
  • Processed and submitted medical claims to insurance providers, ensuring compliance with regulations.

Patients Associates Specialists

3 Months
Recruiting Solutions Inc (Temporary Assignment ) | 01.2022 - 04.2022
  • Collaborated with healthcare providers to verify client information and documentation.
  • Reviewed patient accounts for accuracy, resolving discrepancies and ensuring timely payments.
  • Assisted patients with understanding their medical bills and provided clarification on complex insurance issues, promoting a positive customer experience.
  • Verified insurance of patients to determine eligibility.
  • Reduced claim denials by diligently reviewing patient records for correct coding and billing information.
  • Managed a high volume of Medicare claims, ensuring timely submission and payment for medical services rendered.
  • Produced and mailed monthly statements to customers and assisted with related requests for information and clarification.
  • Prepared itemized statements, bills, or invoices and recorded amounts due for items purchased or services rendered.

COVID-19 Temperature Screener

1 Year 3 Months
Jeld Wen | 08.2020 - 11.2021
  • Conducted temperature screenings for employees and visitors, ensuring compliance with health protocols.
  • Implemented improved processes for efficient and timely temperature checks at facility entrances.
  • Maintained accurate records of screening results to support workplace safety initiatives.
  • Assisted in training new staff on screening procedures and safety measures.
  • Collaborated with health and safety teams to address concerns regarding COVID-19 policies.
  • Developed strategies to enhance the effectiveness of health screenings across multiple shifts.

Medical Courier

1 Year 9 Months
Mission Critical Delivery | 09.2018 - 06.2020
  • Coordinated timely transportation of medical specimens to ensure prompt delivery and compliance with safety regulations.
  • Managed efficient routing strategies to optimize delivery schedules, reducing delays and improving service quality.
  • Trained new staff on delivery protocols and safety procedures, enhancing team performance and operational efficiency.
  • Implemented inventory tracking systems for medical supplies, ensuring accurate reporting and availability at all times.
  • Ensured patient confidentiality by properly handling sensitive medical documents and specimens during transport.
  • Maintained a clean, organized, and safe vehicle environment to ensure the proper handling of medical supplies and equipment.

Medical Billing Supervisor

2 Years 3 Months
Palm Beach Neurosurgery | 02.2016 - 05.2018
  • Supervised billing operations to ensure accurate submission of insurance claims.
  • Streamlined billing processes to improve claim approval rates and reduce rejections.
  • Coordinated with healthcare providers to resolve discrepancies in patient accounts efficiently.
  • Developed and implemented training programs for new billing staff, enhancing departmental knowledge.
  • Submitted electronic and paper claims to insurance companies, Medicare and Medicaid to collect medical payments.
  • Reduced claim denials by maintaining up-to-date knowledge of insurance policies and regulations.
  • Collected payments and applied to patient accounts.
  • Prepared billing statements for patients and verified correct diagnostic coding.
  • Posted payments and collections on a regular basis.

Switchboard Operator

1 Year 6 Months
Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center | 08.2014 - 02.2016
  • Operated multi-line switchboard to efficiently route incoming calls to appropriate departments.
  • Collaborated with medical staff to facilitate smooth communication between departments during peak hours.
  • Provided exceptional customer service by addressing patient inquiries and concerns promptly.
  • Maintained accurate call logs and documentation for internal tracking and reporting purposes.
  • Monitored emergency codes, relaying critical information swiftly to relevant personnel in high-pressure situations.
  • Connected callers with appropriate professional, department, or business.
  • Managed high volume of calls during peak hours, maintaining composure under pressure while efficiently handling each caller''s needs.

Education

No Degree - Paralegal Studies

Gwinnett College – Sandy Springs | GA | 01-1999

3.0 GPA

High School Diploma

Boca Raton High | Boca Raton, FL | 06-1989
  • 3.0 GPA

Skills

Accounts receivable oversight
EClinical software proficiency
Advanced skip tracing methods
Effective negotiation abilities
Customer service experience
Customer engagement

Timeline

AR Collection Specialist

HCA
04.2022 - CurrentRead More

Patients Associates Specialists

Recruiting Solutions Inc (Temporary Assignment )
01.2022 - 04.2022Read More

COVID-19 Temperature Screener

Jeld Wen
08.2020 - 11.2021Read More

Medical Courier

Mission Critical Delivery
09.2018 - 06.2020Read More

Medical Billing Supervisor

Palm Beach Neurosurgery
02.2016 - 05.2018Read More

Switchboard Operator

Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center
08.2014 - 02.2016Read More

Gwinnett College – Sandy Springs

No Degree from Paralegal Studies
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Boca Raton High

High School Diploma
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Sharon Wright