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GLADYS LARY
Electronic Health Records (EHR)
Medical Billing and Coding
Referral Management
Patient Coordination and Scheduling
Data Entry and Management
Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration
Administrative Software Tools
Customer Service and Patient Support
Healthcare Laws and Regulations
Medical Terminology
Multitasking And Prioritization
Communication and Interpersonal Skills
Problem-Solving and Decision-Making
Performance Management
Leadership and Team Management
Results-driven professional with over 20 years of experience planning, coordinating, and delivering healthcare services. GL Highly skilled in providing excellent customer service and patient support, ensuring timely and accurate processing of patient information, and managing patient expectations. Proficient in using electronic health record systems and other administrative software tools to optimize workflow processes and increase productivity. Strong organizational and multitasking skills, able to prioritize and manage multiple tasks efficiently. Adept in collaborating with healthcare providers and interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient care. Passionate about delivering patient-centered care and driving innovation in the healthcare industry. CORE COMPETENCIES
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
PATIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE
Methodist Orthopedic Surgical Associates 10/2022 – Present
Successfully update and verify patient information at every visit, ensuring accurate and up-to-date records of patient demographics and medical history
Assist patients with filling out patient history forms, consent forms, and payment contract forms, streamlining the patient check-in process and improving patient experience
Receive and process cash and credit card payments for medical services rendered, accurately recording payments and maintaining financial records
Review patient accounts, identifying delinquent accounts and collecting overdue payments, improving revenue cycle management and reducing outstanding balances
Answer, investigate, and/or direct patient inquiries or complaints to the appropriate medical staff, demonstrating excellent communication and customer service skills
Verify insurance benefits, ensuring accurate billing and reimbursement for medical services rendered
CLAIMS ASSOCIATE
State Farm 03/2022 – 10/2022
Investigated claims proactively, applied for coverage, and accurately documented the file, resulting in an average reduction of 10% in claim processing time and increased customer satisfaction ratings
Supported customers through personalized, caring, and simple interactions, improving customer retention rates and receiving positive feedback on a regular basis from customers and claimants UNIT SECRETARY
Texas Health Resources 05/2010 – 03/2022
Consistently ensured that the work of the entire unit ran smoothly, managing administrative details and maintaining a highly organized healthcare unit, resulting in increased efficiency and productivity
Interacted with all members of staff within the hospital system, demonstrating excellent communication and interpersonal skills, contributing to a positive work environment and effective patient care
Accurately performed data entry of patient charges and requested physical and electronic medical records, maintaining accurate patient records and improving revenue cycle management
Successfully assisted with patient discharge, answered phone calls and emails, and directed patients to their rooms, ensuring timely and effective patient care and improving patient satisfaction
Proactively performed office duties as requested, including filing, organizing, and distributing paperwork, ensuring that all administrative tasks were completed on time and to a high standard CAREER HIGHLIGHTS
QUALIFICATIONS
Successfully managed administrative functions, including scheduling, billing, and medical record management, for a busy healthcare practice, ensuring timely and accurate processing of patient information and billing
Coordinated complex medical cases, including patient assessments, treatment plans, and follow- up care, working closely with interdisciplinary teams and healthcare providers to ensure high- quality patient care
Developed and implemented a referral coordination system, reducing wait times and increasing patient access to specialty care, resulting in improved patient outcomes and satisfaction 1110 Hemlock Ct. Desoto, TX 75115 972-***-**** *************@*****.*** Loan Signing Agent 10/2022
CERTIFICATIONS
Some College Coursework
Cedar Valley Community College
EDUCATION
Texas All Lines Adjuster License 11/2021
LICENSES
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE – CONT.
MEMORY DISORDER REFERRAL COORDINATOR
Texas Health Dallas 05/2017 – 03/2022
Successfully set new appointments and ensured complete and accurate registration, including patient demographics and current insurance information, improving patient flow and reducing errors in patient records
Verified and ensured compliance with insurance requirements, reducing the risk of insurance claim denials and improving revenue cycle management
Proactively gathered information concerning patients' clinical background and referral needs, ensuring timely and appropriate referrals and improving patient care outcomes
Maintained accurate and up-to-date records of patient referrals and follow-up, ensuring that patients received timely and appropriate care and improving patient satisfaction
Demonstrated excellent communication and interpersonal skills, effectively interacting with patients, healthcare providers, and insurance companies, improving patient experience and referral management
ADMISSION COORDINATOR/PATIENT ACCOUNT REPRESENTATIVE Surgery Center of Duncanville Texas 03/2002 – 07/2012
Maintained accuracy on all written records relating to patient charts, doctor's orders, requisitions, and patient charges, ensuring timely and accurate billing and reducing errors in patient records
Demonstrated excellent communication and interpersonal skills, effectively directing patients to their rooms and answering multi-line switchboards quickly and efficiently, contributing to a positive patient experience
Successfully prepared patient billing statements and posted patient payments, ensuring timely and accurate billing and improving revenue cycle management
Prepared insurance appeal letters based on claims adjudication, successfully challenging denials and reducing the risk of lost revenue for the surgery center and improving patient outcomes
Demonstrated excellent attention to detail and organizational skills, effectively managing a high volume of patient records, billing statements, and insurance claims, contributing to efficient operations and timely patient care
GLADYS LARY
1110 Hemlock Ct. Desoto, TX 75115 972-***-**** *************@*****.***