TAMATHA CLEMONS

***** ***** ******* ******, *** Angeles, CA 90059 H: 323-***-**** C: 323-***-**** actdqu@r.postjobfree.com

OBJECTIVE

Seeking to obtain a secure position with a solid and reputable corporation that offers opportunities for advancement,

with a company where my strengths as well as my skills would be an asset to help maximize the company's profit and allow me career advancement and personal growth in a positive atmosphere.

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Organized Medical Collections/Billing Specialist with 15 years experience in a fast-paced, multiple client medical billing

company. Researched denied claims and submitted appeals. Patient-oriented Medical Professional with strong attention

to detail, professional telephone etiquette and organizational skills. I have knowledge of commercial and Medicare

insurance processes.

SKILLS

Knowledge of HIPPA Laws related to collections Excellent verbal communication skills

process Office support (phones, faxing, and filing)

Composed and professional demeanor Adept multi-tasker

Professional claims (HCFA 1500 and UB92) Resourceful and reliable worker

Microsoft Word/ Outlook Windows Excellent problem solver

WORK HISTORY

Medical Collector 03/2015- Present

Robert Half- UCLA Medical Center- Westwood, CA

Assigned to special collections cleanup project for old claims from 2012 to September 2014

Responds to correspondence from insurance companies and follow up

Proficiently analyzed EOB's for collection purposes.

Send out patients statements.

Medical Collections

Medical Billing Solutions Inc. - Torrance, CA

Proficiently analyzed EOB's for collection purposes. 06/2008 - 04/2014

Prioritized task and completed assignments competently in a timely manner.

Referred and managed accounts sent to the collection agency.

Researched questions and concerns from providers and provided detailed responses.

Submitted electronic/paper claims to varies insurance companies.

Precisely evaluated and verified benefits and eligibility.

Responded to correspondence from insurance companies.

Posted and adjusted payments from insurance companies.

Identified and resolved patient billing and payment issues.

Confidently and adeptly handled claim denials and/or appeals.

Printed and reviewed monthly patient aging report and solicited overdue payments.

Medical Collections

Help Staffing UCLA Medical Professional Group - Los Angeles, CA 02/2007- 12/2007

Answer a high volume of calls in call the center to resolve patient concerns or problems with their

accounts and schedule payment arrangements.

Handle a very high volume of collection accounts for various specialties

EDUCATION

Medical Claims Examiner Certificate: Medical Claims

Complete Claims Services - Brea, CA

1996