Tamika Collins
Houston, Tx
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Professional Summary
Seasoned Senior Claims Processor/Team Supervisor with 16 years of experience, adept in claims analysis, processing, and auditing. Proficient in ICD-9/ICD-10 coding, billing software, and insurance verification. Seeking a Billing and Claims Supervisor role. Proven record in training and leading teams to ensure accuracy and compliance in healthcare billing.
Education
MedVance Institute
Diploma, Medical Billing and Coding
M.B. Smiley High School
Diploma
Certifications
CPR Certification
Certified Medical Billing and Coding Specialist
Skills
Medical Terminology, Reimbursements, Patient Assistance Programs, Data Management, Data Entry, HIPAA, Medicaid, Medicare, UB-04, HCFA 1500 Claims, Billing Practice
Professional Experience:
Triada Healthcare
Senior Claims Processor/Team Supervisor Feb 2021- Present
Ensure accurate capture and verification of member demographic information to facilitate precise claims processing.
Conduct thorough reviews and analysis of claims, guaranteeing error-free submissions through meticulous verification of codes and claim details.
Oversee quality assurance by auditing team processed claims, coupled with comprehensive training for new employees to uphold processing standards.
United States Post Office
Processing Mail Clerk Nov 2019-Jan 2021
Managed the accurate processing and distribution of incoming and outgoing mail, adhering to postal regulations and timelines.
Operated multiple sorting and tracking systems to maintain high levels of accuracy in package handling.
Verified and applied appropriate postage on packages, ensuring all items were correctly labeled for delivery.
Pediatrix Medical Group
Hospital Associate Medical Biller May 2016- Nov 2018
Interpreted medical reports to accurately assign ICD-9 and ICD-10 codes, ensuring proper entry of diagnosis codes and patient information into billing systems.
Coordinated and managed routine documentation and coding audits, while maintaining up-to-date knowledge of coding best practices and procedural updates.
Reviewed charges for accuracy, including verification of service dates, services rendered, location, patient ID, and provider signatures, to uphold billing integrity.
Baylor College of Medicine
Scheduling Specialist/ Insurance Verifier Jan 2014- May 2016
Ensured accurate verification and updating of patient demographics, eligibility, and insurance information, facilitating seamless healthcare service delivery.
Coordinated effectively with patients and physicians to secure necessary procedure authorizations, entering approvals into the system to maintain current records.
Managed and maintained precise scheduling of patient appointments in alignment with provider availability, contributing to the optimization of clinic operations.