Meticulous Medical Records Clerk with history processing medical records requests while delivering highest quality customer service. Builds rapport with staff and patients to foster smooth and effective department operations. Strong knowledge of Release of Information policies and procedures and HIPAA regulations.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Claims Processor
BC Forward LLC
Remote
07.2022 - 09.2023
Pay, deny, and adjudicated medical/dental, paper and electric claims in accordance with state and federal claim processing guidelines reaching 95% client goals
Deciphered UB-04/CMS-1500 claims needing rejections and escalated to higher authority for review or returned to provider for required details to resubmit if applicable
Multi tasked EHR, Microsoft Office, and Microsoft Excel. Accessed policyholder’s profiles to coordinate/verify benefits for Medicare/Medicaid and other third party insurance coverage
Analyzed physician's reports, hospital records, laboratory results, operative reports, diagnostic tests to assess medical necessity of services rendered.
Maintained HIPPA and privacy data laws to protect confidentiality of customer information
Prepped for provider coding, reviewed information to report services and verify correctness.
Maintained strong knowledge of basic medical terminology to better understand services and procedures. Integrated training and researched coding/procedures for processing accuracy
Processed insurance payments and maintained accurate documentation of payments.
Records Management Specialist II
EmployBridge
Remote
04.2021 - 04.2022
Analyzed order requests using data entry technique and workflow queues in Electronic Health Records (EHR), serviced 100K veteran medical and/or dental records
Abstracted and reviewed 50-65 medical disability claims daily for missing or incomplete documentation required from physicians
Relayed and identified discrepancies in processing claims to close gap on time sensitive orders; detail oriented, transmitted documents, organized revisions and tracked changes
Utilized phone queue, Microsoft Outlook, and teleconference communications to send out reminders/notice letters for claim suspense
Managed migration and abstraction of paper documents into digital databases; communicate status of account
Collaborated with stakeholders from multiple departments in order to improve overall efficiency in managing organizational records.
Upheld HIPAA regulations and standards for protecting patient information.
Knowledge of computer equipment; strengthened system efficiency by identifying lagging operational processes and implementing optimal solutions
Engaged in daily communications with internal partners and identified document-related issues that required interdepartmental cooperation.
Logged Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests and verified eligibility of documents for release to requestors.
Administrative Assistant
U.S. Air Force Active Duty
Lackland Air Force Base, TX
07.2018 - 12.2020
Multi-tasked; utilized Microsoft Office, transcribed vital material into multiple data sheets across dual screens for Department of Defense services
Sorted documents from DoD headquarters to appropriate channels, performed quality checks on automated reports 2 days before suspense dates
Answered incoming telephone calls from internal and external customers promptly and professionally; transferred calls appropriately; responded to inquiries in timely manner
Prepared agendas for meetings; took minutes during meetings; channeled info to 285 personnel for follow-up
Developed filing systems to maintain confidential records of personnel information and business activities in accordance with company policies.
Produced accurate office files, updated spreadsheets, and crafted presentations to support executives and boost team productivity by 15%
Coordinated complex annual meeting involving multiple presenters, high number of global attendees and robust budget encompassing livestream production, remote location arrangements and senior executive accommodations
Handled confidential and sensitive information with discretion and tact
Clinical Supervisor
U.S. Air Force Active Duty
Lackland Air Force Base, TX
07.2009 - 07.2018
Led and directed Physical and Occupational Therapy departments servicing 240K patients annually
Triaged, reviewed 60 medical referrals daily
Provided consultation services to other departments or organizations regarding clinical matters
Coordinated with patient's case managers for patient transfers and future scheduling. Delivered patient-centered customer service; earned 92% performance rating
Created and modified 12 provider templates weekly meeting 6-week access to care standards
Provided direct supervision of clinical staff, including orientation, training and development of employees.
Maintained accurate documentation of client progress within Electronic Health Record system; updated enrollee data using EMR.
Assessed patients, determined needs and managed care.
Trained all staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees
Developed and updated policies and procedures, maintaining compliance with guidelines relating to HIPAA, benefits administration and general liability
Education
Certificate - Medical Billing And Coding
The University of Texas At San Antonio
San Antonio, TX
05.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Health Care Administration
University of Arizona Global Campus
Alameda, CA
01.2012
Associate of Applied Science - Physical Therapy Assistant