Stephanie Garrett
Oakland Park,FL
Summary
Allowables representative with over 9 years of experience in exceeding performance goals. Proficient in variance report analysis, medical coding, and claims adjustment. Acknowledged for exceptional attendance, teamwork, and commitment to continuous professional development.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Allowables Representative
Teamhealth
Sunrise, FL
09.2014 - Current
- Analyzed weekly and monthly variance reports to identify issues with underallowed and overallowed amounts.
- Facilitated resolution of variance issues by guiding other departments effectively.
- Identified contract loading, posting, and claim processing issues for prompt resolution.
- Monitored changes in reimbursement contracts to ensure compliance and accuracy.
- Provided updated Medicare and managed care fee schedules to carriers regularly.
- Trained new hires on specific billing areas and assigned hospitals.
- Achieved quarterly bonus incentives by consistently meeting daily performance quotas.
Medical Biller
Orthopedic Associates
Plantation, FL
04.2012 - 09.2014
- Interpreted medical records to ensure accurate diagnosis and procedure coding.
- Resolved reimbursement issues, enhancing profit margin by minimizing insurance claim denials.
- Addressed denied and underpaid claims, reducing volume of outstanding collection accounts.
- Assisted patients with billing inquiries to clarify account statements.
Medical Billing & Coding Instructor
Fortis Institute
Lauderdale Lakes, FL
10.2009 - 05.2014
- Instructed on booking practices, ICD-9 and CPT coding, CMS-1500 forms, and HIPAA/OSHA regulations.
- Implemented CPR, HIPAA, and OSHA certification programs to standardize compliance.
- Reduced classroom retention by 15% over two years through strategic interventions.
- Restructured lab time to maximize student learning opportunities.
- Facilitated communication between Career Services and Education Departments for improved collaboration.
Education
AS - Data Analytics
Southern New Hampshire University
Manchester, NH01.2025
Microsoft Office Video Training Courses - Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Microsoft
Online01.2010
High School Diploma -
Warner Robins High
Warner Robins, GA01.1999
Skills
- Data analysis and reporting
- Variance report interpretation
- Personnel training and development
- Claim adjudication expertise
- Insurance benefits knowledge
- Managed care principles
- Project organization and management
- Critical thinking skills
- Hospital reimbursement processes
- Excel proficiency and analytics
- Time management strategies
- Recommendation development
- Associate guidance and support
Timeline
Allowables Representative
Teamhealth
09.2014 - Current
Medical Biller
Orthopedic Associates
04.2012 - 09.2014
Medical Billing & Coding Instructor
Fortis Institute
10.2009 - 05.2014
AS - Data Analytics
Southern New Hampshire University
Microsoft Office Video Training Courses - Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Microsoft
High School Diploma -
Warner Robins High
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