Sherry Ballard
Edgewood,MD
Summary
Proven Medical Biller and Coder with a track record of reducing claim denials and optimizing reimbursement rates for Doctors Reimbursement Solutions. Demonstrates exceptional organizational skills and HIPAA compliance, enhancing cash flow and customer relations through meticulous verification and coding practices. Expert in ICD-10 and office management, significantly improving operational efficiency.
Medical billing and coding professional with extensive experience in healthcare administration. Proven expertise in accurately processing claims, ensuring compliance with regulations, and maintaining detailed patient records. Highly collaborative team member focused on achieving results and adapting to changing needs.
Highly skilled healthcare professional with strong expertise in medical billing and coding. Adept at accurately processing patient data and insurance claims while ensuring compliance with regulations. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, adaptable to changing needs. Proficient in medical terminology, coding systems, and electronic health records, with reliable and efficient work ethic.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Biller and Coder
Doctors Reimbursement Solutions
09.2007 - 02.2010
- Correctly coded and billed medical claims for various hospital and nursing facilities.
- Reduced claim denials through meticulous verification of patient eligibility and coverage benefits prior to claim submission.
- Worked closely with physicians to accurately assign ICD-10 diagnostic codes for optimal reimbursement rates from insurance companies.
- Processed insurance company denials by auditing patient files, researching procedures, and diagnostic codes to determine proper reimbursement.
- Reviewed patient charts to better understand health histories, diagnoses, and treatments.
- Reviewed, analyzed, and managed coding of diagnostic and treatment procedures contained in outpatient medical records.
- Played a pivotal role in maintaining positive cash flow within the organization by ensuring timely submission of clean claims and diligent follow-ups on outstanding payments.
Office Manager
Dr Durgadas & Sanjeevani Kulkarni
07.2002 - 06.2007
- Handled sensitive information with discretion, maintaining confidentiality of company documents and personnel records.
- Provided exceptional customer service when addressing client inquiries or concerns via phone calls or email correspondence.
- Maintained accurate financial records by reconciling accounts payable/receivable transactions regularly to ensure balanced budgets.
- Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving.
- Conducted regular inventory assessments of office supplies, ordering necessary items proactively to prevent stock shortages.
- Streamlined office operations by implementing efficient filing systems and organizational strategies.
- Enhanced team productivity by delegating tasks effectively and overseeing daily workflow.
Education
No Degree - Nursing
Central Texas College
Killeen, TXMedical Assistant Certification - Medical Assisting/Phlebotomy
Medix School
Towson, MD05-1989
Skills
- HIPAA compliance
- Office management
- Payment posting
- Organizational skills
- Insurance verification
- Office administration
- ICD-10 proficiency
- CMS-1500 form completion
- Customer relations
Work Availability
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Work Preference
Desired Job Title
Medical Biller and CoderCustomer Service RepresentativeOffice ManagerWork Type
Full TimePart TimeWork Location
RemoteHybridImportant To Me
Flexible work hoursWork from home optionHealthcare benefitsPaid time offCompany CulturePaid sick leave401k matchStock Options / Equity / Profit Sharing4-day work weekTimeline
Medical Biller and Coder
Doctors Reimbursement Solutions
09.2007 - 02.2010
Office Manager
Dr Durgadas & Sanjeevani Kulkarni
07.2002 - 06.2007
No Degree - Nursing
Central Texas College
Medical Assistant Certification - Medical Assisting/Phlebotomy
Medix School
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