Patricia Sawyer
Parma
Summary
Dedicated dental hygienist with extensive experience in navigating the complexities of dental insurance, including submission processes, payment allocation, and refund procedures. Proficient in managing rejection cases effectively, ensuring seamless communication between patients and insurance providers. Committed to delivering exceptional patient care while optimizing administrative efficiency within the dental practice. A strong advocate for patient education and preventive care, fostering long-term relationships built on trust and professionalism.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Billing Specialist
Lifespring Counseling Services
04.2023 - Current
Dental Hygienist
Dr. Mark McFerran
08.2019 - 02.2020
Dental Hygienist
Dr. Kelly Snyder
08.2016 - 08.2019
Substitute Hygienist
11.2014 - 08.2016
Dental Hygienist (2008-2016), Lead Assistant, Insurance Coordinator, Collections Coordinator, Front Desk
Dr. Robert Currier
08.2003 - 08.2016
Education
Associate of Applied Science -
Lansing Community College
05.2008
Skills
- Local Anesthesia Certified
- Nitrous Oxide Certified
- CPR/AED/BLS Certified
- All clinical hygiene duties
- Proficient in Dentrix as well as Eaglesoft
- Dental as well as Mental Health Insurance claim submissions, Prior Authorizations, submission of insurance required documentation, denial management
- Interpretation of insurance benefits
- Insurance verification
- Audit procedures
- Attention to detail
Timeline
Billing Specialist
Lifespring Counseling Services
04.2023 - Current
Dental Hygienist
Dr. Mark McFerran
08.2019 - 02.2020
Dental Hygienist
Dr. Kelly Snyder
08.2016 - 08.2019
Substitute Hygienist
11.2014 - 08.2016
Dental Hygienist (2008-2016), Lead Assistant, Insurance Coordinator, Collections Coordinator, Front Desk
Dr. Robert Currier
08.2003 - 08.2016
Associate of Applied Science -
Lansing Community College
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