Tess Snodgrass
Charleston,WV
Summary
Skilled at scheduling several procedures each week for a practice with several surgeons. Experienced in verifying coverage, collecting pre-authorizations and processing payments. Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Surgical Coordinator/Authorization Specialist
West Virginia Eye Consultants
Charleston , WV
2014.03 - Current
- Organized patient charts for surgical procedures and ensured accuracy of all documents.
- Prepared patient discharge paperwork including follow up instructions for home care services if required by the doctor's order.
- Verified patient eligibility for particular types of surgeries based on health plan guidelines or coverage limitations.
- Answered phone calls from patients inquiring about upcoming scheduled surgeries or follow up visits.
- Reviewed incoming referrals from primary care providers before scheduling any procedure or appointment.
- Checked patient insurance and collected pre-authorizations from providers.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Medical Billing And Coding
Ross Medical
Kanawha City WVSkills
- Medical terminology proficiency
- Scheduling expertise
- Insurance Verification
- Payment Collection
- Pre-authorization management
- Verifying insurance
- HIPAA Compliance
- Educating patients
Certification
- CPB
- CPC-A
Timeline
Surgical Coordinator/Authorization Specialist
West Virginia Eye Consultants
2014.03 - Current
Some College (No Degree) - Medical Billing And Coding
Ross Medical
- CPB
- CPC-A
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