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Tania Pantoja

Summary

Perceptive cost containment offering 22 years of experience in developing and managing project estimates by coordinating with colleagues and clients. Successful in devising bid proposals in line with client specifications and objectives through clear communication and attention to detail. Driven to minimize costs by continually comparing project costs to estimates and coordinating with leaders on cost-cutting methods.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Cost Containment Analyst

Boonchapman
05.2023 - Current
  • I support Claim team in handling transplant patients it including benefits verification,and claim processing.
  • I handle appeals,claims adjustments/refunds,Medicare pricing and processing fees,out of network negotiations,subrogation and bill review for medical department.
  • Review and research appeal/dispute and provide a written review and responses in a timely manner.
  • Calculate adjustment payment of benefits in accordance with coverage information,contract language or plan document, and medical documentation.

Billing Specialist

Fertility Center Of San Antonio
05.2021 - 05.2023
  • Reviewed and posted daily payments
  • Maintained accurate and completed billing system and process.
  • Checked monthly reports and analyzed billing data to identify trends and discrepancies.
  • Identified trends and provided feedback regarding billing issues and uncollectible accounts.
  • Verified that medical procedures were medically necessary and within insurance coverage guidelines.
  • Assisted with answering telephone to provide requested billing information.
  • Reconciled and balanced accounts on a monthly basis.
  • Obtained signatures for financial responsibility and treatment procedures from patients or guardians.
  • Resolved patient billing issues and collected payments.
  • Reviewed and posted daily payments.
    Maintained accurate and complete billing system and process.

Checked monthly reports and analyzed billing data to identify trends and discrepancies.

  • Identified trends and provided feedback regarding billing issues and uncollectible accounts.
  • Posted payments to in electronic medical records system upon receipt of payment for claims.
  • Business consultations with treatment plan cost with and without insurance coverage

Patient Account Representative

MedFIRST
05.2019 - 05.2021
  • Created new patient charts to include personal and insurance information and reason for visit.
  • Obtained signatures for financial responsibility and treatment procedures from patients or guardians.
  • Resolved patient billing issues and collected payments.
  • Communicated with third party payors to obtain insurance benefits and authorizations.
  • Registered patients by obtaining necessary and accurate financial and demographic information.
  • Optimized patient satisfaction and provider time by scheduling appointments in person or by telephone.
  • Resolved patient billing issues and communicated with insurance carriers.
  • Used ICD-10-CM and CPT coding to complete records.

Claims Specialist

Methodist Cardiology Clinic
02.2017 - 05.2019
  • Collaborated with other departments, customers and insurance companies to resolve claims in an efficient and timely manner.
  • Conducted timely reviews of claims to ensure accuracy and completeness of documentation.
  • Corrected processing errors by reprocessing, adjusting and recouping claims.
  • Reviewed insurance and claims documents to verify required information and secure any missing data for settlements.
  • Monitored compliance with regulations and industry best practices to promote fair and proper treatment for insured customers.

Front Desk Receptionist/Referral Coordinator

Methodist Imed Clinic
06.2015 - 02.2017
  • Welcomed on-site visitors and directed to appropriate personnel.
  • Interacted with management and colleagues to resolve important administrative matters.
  • Scanned and documented new patient information in electronic health records for registration purposes.
  • Recorded patient and insurance payments, maintaining accurate financial records.
  • Scheduled patients for exams and screenings.
    Used basic knowledge of medical terminology in daily office tasks.
  • Updated patient records, medical histories, and contact information for traceability.
  • Collected co-payments and co-insurance and issued appropriate receipts during check-in.
  • Communicated with physicians and staff to gather information for referrals.
  • Obtained authorization for referrals and diagnostic testing using proper documentation.

Claims Specialist

Wellmed Medical Group
04.2012 - 06.2015
  • Collaborated with other departments, customers and insurance companies to resolve claims in an efficient and timely manner.
  • Contacted necessary family members, doctors and other related persons to collect missing information.
  • Reviewed insurance policy coverage, determining validity of patient requests for claims.
  • Calculated claim amounts and distributed invoices to uphold payment requirements.
  • Performed administrative duties by verifying documentation, researching facts and contacting other parties involved to determine fault percentages and minimize potential losses.

Patient Access Representative

Christus Health
01.2007 - 04.2012
  • Collaborated with other departments, customers and insurance companies to resolve claims in an efficient and timely manner.
  • Contacted necessary family members, doctors and other related persons to collect missing information.
  • Reviewed insurance policy coverage, determining validity of patient requests for claims.
  • Calculated claim amounts and distributed invoices to uphold payment requirements.
  • Counseled and assisted patients with application processes for available financial assistance programs.
  • Resolved patient billing issues and collected payments.
  • Reviewed charts for accuracy and completeness prior to patient visits.
  • Secured patient information and confidential medical records in compliance with HIPAA privacy rule standards to protect patient's privacy.

Medical Billing/Patient Access Representative

Warm Springs Rehabilitation Hospital
02.2003 - 01.2007
  • Customized insurance programs to suit individual customer needs.
  • Verified patient information on claims paperwork, checking for and preventing mistakes.
  • Calculated claim amounts and distributed invoices to uphold payment requirements.
  • Reviewed insurance policy coverage, determining validity of patient requests for claims.
  • Scheduled medical appointments for patients.
  • Answered incoming calls, scheduled appointments and filed medical records.
  • Facilitated communication between patients and various departments and staff.

Education

Certificate - Medical Office Management

San Antonio College
San Antonio, TX
01.2001

Skills

  • Audit Support
  • Workflow Analysis
  • Trend Forecasting
  • System Analysis
  • Regulatory Compliance

Languages

Spanish
Professional Working

Timeline

Cost Containment Analyst

Boonchapman
05.2023 - Current

Billing Specialist

Fertility Center Of San Antonio
05.2021 - 05.2023

Patient Account Representative

MedFIRST
05.2019 - 05.2021

Claims Specialist

Methodist Cardiology Clinic
02.2017 - 05.2019

Front Desk Receptionist/Referral Coordinator

Methodist Imed Clinic
06.2015 - 02.2017

Claims Specialist

Wellmed Medical Group
04.2012 - 06.2015

Patient Access Representative

Christus Health
01.2007 - 04.2012

Medical Billing/Patient Access Representative

Warm Springs Rehabilitation Hospital
02.2003 - 01.2007

Certificate - Medical Office Management

San Antonio College
Tania Pantoja