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Tiane Striefel

Jamestown,ND

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Medical Reimbursement Specialist

Raymond L Larsen, MD
Jamestown, ND
06.1996 - Current
  • Coded patient care records to provide accurate information for billing.
  • Maintained historical records by microfilming and filing documents.
  • Maintained a database of all reimbursements, payments, and other transactions.
  • Weighed envelopes containing statements to determine correct postage and affix postage.
  • Expedited payments by verifying accuracy and currency of vendor information.
  • Prepared and posted weekly payments to vendors and suppliers.
  • Ensured compliance with applicable laws and regulations when processing reimbursement requests.
  • Verified clients' insurance claims coverage by coordinating with providers.
  • Developed strong professional rapport with vendors and clients.
  • Monitored changes in industry standards related to reimbursements and updated internal policies accordingly.
  • Verified technical reimbursement questions for providers, billing and coding staff.
  • Investigated complex cases involving multiple providers or incorrect coding issues.
  • Determined medical necessity, using individual insurance carrier regulations.
  • Reviewed and processed reimbursement requests in accordance with company policies and procedures.
  • Collected coinsurance and deductibles from patients for rendered services.
  • Participated in workshops, seminars, and training classes to gain stronger education in industry updates and federal regulations.
  • Answered customer questions to maintain high satisfaction levels.
  • Resolved discrepancies between provider documentation and insurance plan requirements.
  • Provided prompt and accurate services through knowledge of government regulations, health benefits and healthcare terminology.
  • Attended seminars to remain up-to-date with coding guidelines and reimbursement requirements.
  • Checked claims coding for accuracy with ICD-10 standards.
  • Input statement information, reconciled accounts and resolved discrepancies.
  • Performed insurance verification, pre-certification and pre-authorization.
  • Accurately input procedure codes, diagnosis codes and patient information into billing software to generate up-to-date invoices.
  • Responded to customer inquiries regarding the status of their reimbursement requests.
  • Maintained confidentiality and integrity of patient data.
  • Monitored customer account details for non-payments, delayed payments, and other irregularities.
  • Collected, posted and managed patient account payments.
  • Educated physicians, staff, patients and stakeholders on service documentation for procedures and coding requirements.
  • Reviewed uninsured accounts, verifying medical assistance application process, charity care application and drug replacement program availability.
  • Submitted claims to insurance companies.
  • Monitored past due accounts and pursued collections on outstanding invoices.
  • Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
  • Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.

Education

Center High School
Center, ND
05-1979

Skills

  • Billing software

Affiliations

  • Camping
  • traveling
  • time spent with grand children

Certification

  • EMT Expired
  • CPR Expired

Languages

English
Professional

Websites

Timeline

Medical Reimbursement Specialist

Raymond L Larsen, MD
06.1996 - Current

Center High School
Tiane Striefel