Valerie Alderman
Zephyrhills
Summary
Accomplished Billing Manager with over a decade of experience in medical billing and revenue cycle management. Recognized for implementing innovative solutions that enhance accuracy, reduce processing time, and improve team productivity. Committed to continuous improvement and fostering effective communication across departments.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Billing Manager
Dundee Pediatrics PLLC
Remote
08.2017 - Current
- Oversaw end-to-end medical billing processes to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Implemented new billing software, enhancing accuracy and reducing processing time.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to streamline documentation and reduce claim denials.
- Managed relationships with insurance companies to expedite payment processes and resolve issues.
- Reviewed billing problems, researched issues, and resolved concerns.
- Worked with customers to develop payment plans and bring accounts current.
- Reduced denied claims through diligent review, correction, and resubmission of errors.
- Developed policies and procedures for the medical billing department, establishing a strong foundation that supported growth and operational success within the organization.
- Optimized cash flow by regularly reviewing aging account balances and implementing tactics for timely collections from patients or insurers.
- HIPPA Compliance
Billing Manager
MedIT
Brandon, FL
02.2011 - 08.2017
- Managed a team of dedicated medical billers, focusing on professional development opportunities and maintaining a positive work environment conducive to high levels of productivity.
- Streamlined claim appeals process by creating clear documentation guidelines and templates for staff use.
- Enhanced revenue cycle management by overseeing timely and accurate claims submission.
- Managed monthly billing process to complete billings and returns to meet company revenue recognition policies.
- Improved medical billing processes by streamlining workflows and implementing efficient systems.
- Achieved key performance metrics goals by setting expectations for the team''s output quality standards while monitoring progress toward objectives closely throughout each reporting period.
- Led team in resolving complex billing discrepancies and optimizing revenue cycle management.
- Developed training programs for staff on coding updates and billing best practices.
- Developed policies and procedures for the medical billing department, establishing a strong foundation that supported growth and operational success within the organization.
- Reduced denied claims through diligent review, correction, and resubmission of errors.
- Reviewed billing problems, researched issues, and resolved concerns.
- HIPPA Compliance
Education
Medical Billing Specialist - Medical Billing
Allied Schools
CA05.2009
Skills
- HIPAA compliance
- Claims processing proficiency
- Patient confidentiality practices
- Effective communication
- Team leadership qualities
- Staff training and development
- Continuous improvement mindset
- Medical coding expertise
- Revenue cycle management
- CPT coding
- Time management techniques
- Staff training
- Process improvements
- Report preparation
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
Timeline
Billing Manager
Dundee Pediatrics PLLC
08.2017 - Current
Billing Manager
MedIT
02.2011 - 08.2017
Medical Billing Specialist - Medical Billing
Allied Schools