Dynamic professional with a proven track record at Advocate Medical Group, excelling in insurance verification and prior authorizations. Adept at resolving complex referral issues while maintaining strong communication with patients and providers. Recognized for enhancing workflow efficiency and accuracy in data entry, contributing to improved patient care and satisfaction.
Work History
Referral Specialist
23 Years
Advocate Medicsl Group | 04.2003 - 04.2026
Supported specialty referral processing and prior authorization requests through EMR workflows and payer rules.
Checked insurance eligibility and benefit information before sending referral requests.
Kept patients informed on referral progress, appointment requirements, and next steps.
Worked with physicians, clinics, and insurance carriers to clear up referral issues.
Accounts Receivable Clerk
17 Years 1 Month
Mellon Bank | 09.1985 - 10.2002
Reviewed aging reports to prioritize collection efforts and overdue balances.
Reconciled customer accounts and resolved payment discrepancies with accuracy.
Posted receipts, applied cash, and updated receivables records daily.
Investigated unapplied payments and corrected account coding errors promptly.
Communicated with customers to clarify invoice issues and secure resolution.
Streamlined receivables workflows to improve posting consistency and record integrity.
Submitted cash and check deposits and generated cash receipts to record money received.
Supported retail teams through several temporary part-time roles between full-time positions. Assisted customers, collaborated with team members, and handled sales, stocking, and organizing tasks.