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Tammy DeHaan

Tammy DeHaan

Kansas City,Missouri

Summary

Detail-oriented Patient Account Specialist with 30 years of experience in billing, collections, and account management. Proven expertise in resolving billing discrepancies, processing appeals, and ensuring accurate reimbursement. Demonstrates high levels of conscientiousness and dependability, fostering strong relationships with payers and colleagues. Adept at navigating complex insurance policies and maintaining HIPAA compliance, ensuring timely and accurate account resolution.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Billing Specialist PAR II

TRC Healthcare Staffing/FTI Consulting-2nd Project
Remote, SC
01.2024 - 05.2024
  • Researched and resolved billing discrepancies to enable accurate billing
  • Worked effectively with medical payers such as Medicare, Medicaid, commercial insurances to obtain timely and accurate payments
  • Monitored accounts receivable activity to ensure timely payment of invoices.

Billing Specialist PAR II

TRC Healthcare Staffing/FTI Consulting-1st Project
Remote, SC
04.2023 - 12.2023
  • Researched and resolved billing discrepancies to enable accurate billing
  • Worked effectively with medical payers such as Medicare, Medicaid, commercial insurances to obtain timely and accurate payments
  • Monitored accounts receivable activity to ensure timely payment of invoices.

Insurance Verification Specialist

Prestige Staffing/Gentiva
Remote, GA
02.2022 - 06.2022
  • Verified patient eligibility for insurance coverage by contacting insurance carriers and obtaining the necessary authorization numbers.
  • Developed a working knowledge of insurance plans, including Medicare and Medicaid regulations and requirements.
  • Maintained accurate documentation on all pre-authorization requests.

Patient Account Representative II

Several Dr. & Business Offices-During COVID-1099
Remote, MO
07.2020 - 01.2022
  • Analyzed claims denials from third party payers and identified potential solutions for reimbursement.
  • Submitted appeals on behalf of patients when appropriate based on findings from research conducted into denied claims.
  • Communicated frequently with healthcare providers regarding payment status updates on their claims submitted.
  • Collaborated with relevant parties to resolve billing issues, insurance claims and patient payments.

SR Patient Account Specialist/ABA MDCD Specialist

Ability KC
Kansas City, MO
03.2016 - 07.2020
  • Achieved significant reduction in aged accounts receivable by diligently following up with patients and insurers, showcasing thoroughness and dependability
  • Conducted research on customer accounts to identify any outstanding balances or issues that need resolution.
  • Reviewed monthly aging reports to determine which accounts are past due or require follow up action.
  • Participated in special projects as assigned by management team.
  • Collaborated with relevant parties to resolve billing issues, insurance claims and patient payments.

Payment Variance Specialist-RCM

Truman Medical Center East & West
Kansas City, MO
09.2015 - 01.2016
  • Maintained high levels of data accuracy with meticulous attention to detail in processing insurance claims and updating patient records
  • Promoted a culture of continuous improvement within the Patient Accounts team by participating in regular staff meetings
  • Fostered strong relationships with insurance representatives to facilitate smooth communications regarding claim submissions and underpayments issues
  • Identified areas for improvement, narrowing focus for decision-makers in making necessary changes.

Prior Authorization Specialist

Truman Medical Center East & West
Kansas City, MO
09.2014 - 09.2015
  • Verified patient insurance coverage, including eligibility, benefits and authorizations for medical services.
  • Reviewed prior authorization requests to ensure accuracy and completeness of required information.
  • Coordinated with other departments to obtain additional information needed for prior authorization.

Patient Account Representative/Medical Billiing

HCA Healthcare/Parallon
Kansas City, MO
08.2010 - 08.2014
  • Researched discrepancies in patient accounts to determine appropriate resolution.
  • Analyzed claims denials from third party payers and identified potential solutions for reimbursement.
  • Submitted appeals on behalf of patients when appropriate based on findings from research conducted into denied claims.
  • Submitted electronic bills following facility and legal compliance standards.

Patient Account Representative

Lee's Summit Hospital
Lee's Summit, MO
03.2003 - 08.2006
  • Submitted appeals on behalf of patients when appropriate based on findings from research conducted into denied claims. Collaborated with relevant parties to resolve billing issues, insurance claims and patient payments. Communicated frequently with healthcare providers regarding payment status updates on their claims submitted.

Finance Counselor

KU Medical Center/Salick Healthcare
Kansas City , KS
01.2000 - 04.2002
  • Educated clients on available community resources, fostering a sense of empowerment and self-sufficiency. Improved client satisfaction through consistent communication, empathy, and understanding of their unique challenges. Acted as client advocate to coordinate required services or resolve emergency problems in crisis situations.

Patient Account Representative

KU Cancer Center/SalickHealthcare
Kansas City, KS
03.1995 - 01.2000


Assisted colleagues during peak periods or absences, showcasing teamwork skills while maintaining personal workload. efficiently. Posted payments and processed refunds. Secured patient information and confidential medical records in compliance with HIPAA privacy rule standards to protect patient's privacy

Patient Account Representative

Estes Park Medical Center
Estes Park, CO
08.1993 - 01.1995
  • Posted payments and processed refunds. Reviewed insurance eligibility and verified coverage details to minimize claim denials and delays in payment. Achieved a significant reduction in aged accounts receivable through diligent follow-up efforts with both patients andinsurers.

Education

High school diploma -

Raytown High School
01.1982

Skills

  • Copayment Collection
  • Processing
  • Healthcare Industry Knowledge
  • Invoicing proficiency
  • Customer Engagement
  • Collections
  • Coding proficiency
  • Customer Account Management
  • Management accounting
  • Active Listening
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Collections Management
  • Statement Distribution
  • Research and due diligence
  • Insurance Verification
  • Medical billing and collections
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Billing dispute resolution

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Software

Epic, Meditech, Onbase, Imagine, Artiva, Relias and Cerner

Timeline

Billing Specialist PAR II

TRC Healthcare Staffing/FTI Consulting-2nd Project
01.2024 - 05.2024

Billing Specialist PAR II

TRC Healthcare Staffing/FTI Consulting-1st Project
04.2023 - 12.2023

Insurance Verification Specialist

Prestige Staffing/Gentiva
02.2022 - 06.2022

Patient Account Representative II

Several Dr. & Business Offices-During COVID-1099
07.2020 - 01.2022

SR Patient Account Specialist/ABA MDCD Specialist

Ability KC
03.2016 - 07.2020

Payment Variance Specialist-RCM

Truman Medical Center East & West
09.2015 - 01.2016

Prior Authorization Specialist

Truman Medical Center East & West
09.2014 - 09.2015

Patient Account Representative/Medical Billiing

HCA Healthcare/Parallon
08.2010 - 08.2014

Patient Account Representative

Lee's Summit Hospital
03.2003 - 08.2006

Finance Counselor

KU Medical Center/Salick Healthcare
01.2000 - 04.2002

Patient Account Representative

KU Cancer Center/SalickHealthcare
03.1995 - 01.2000

Patient Account Representative

Estes Park Medical Center
08.1993 - 01.1995

High school diploma -

Raytown High School
Tammy DeHaan