Denise Marie Tavares
New Brunswick, NJ 08901
(551) 655 – 7793
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OBJECTIVE:
To obtain a challenging part – time position which will allow me to utilize my skills and experience for
the overall growth and success of the organization.
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS:
• A highly skilled and knowledgeable individual with years of experience in all aspects of the
medical field.
• In depth knowledge of the medical billing process and familiar with coding.
• Knowledge of No Fault and Worker’s Compensation.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook and Microsoft Excel.
• Previous billing systems used: AS400, IDX, Advantx, Medisoft and eClinical Works.
• Fluent in Creole and knowledge of Spanish and Portuguese.
EXPERIENCE:
Excel Billing Solutions, LLC New Brunswick, NJ
Billing Coordinator – 04/08 – Current
• Manages all data and charge entry.
• Handles all claims follow up.
• Enters and reconciles all daily payments.
• Resolves all billing issues and patient concerns.
Carteret Comprehensive Medical Care Carteret, NJ
Senior Insurance Claims Analyst/Patient Advocate – 01/12 – 07/13
• Implemented new business procedures which resulted in increased productivity and revenue.
• Oversees all aspects of billing for a multi- specialty practice, which includes precerts, accounts
receivables, coding, claim follow up, appeals and payment posting.
• Prepares bi – weekly revenue reports for physician’s payroll.
• Interacts with patients in regards to their benefits, precerts and financial agreements to the
practice.
• Liaison for the pain management physicians and the surgery center.
Atlantic Spinal Care, LLC Edison,
NJ
Billing Manager – 09/10 – 05/11
• Managed front office and billing office operations to ensure maximum efficiency.
• Coordinated patient, physician and staff schedules to maintain optimum performance.
• Prepared meeting agendas.
• Ensured adherence to all policies and procedures.
• Handled all No Fault and Worker’s Compensation accounts.
• Negotiated all Workers Compensation contracts for 90% – 95% of billed charges.
• Collaborated with the administrator on daily collections.
• Reconciled daily charges and payments which totaled $1 million per month.
• Responsible for hiring, training, conducting counseling and coaching for staff.
Raritan Valley Surgery Center, LLC Somerset, NJ
Billing Coordinator – 06/08 – 05/10
• Set up medical billing software, clearinghouse and business office.
• Managed day to day operations of the billing office.
• Served as a liaison between the surgery center and various vendors.
• Completed daily corporate reports and reconciliations.
• Maintained credentialing files for over 20 physicians.
• Involved in interview process and training of new hires.
EDUCATION:
Hudson County College Jersey
City, NJ
Associates in Business Management
December, 2003
Fairleigh Dickinson University Teaneck, NJ
Nursing Program
Some coursework completed
REFERENCES:
Available upon request.