KARO D. CULPEPPER ****.*********@*****.***, ***-**1-
4705
MEDICAL BILLING/COLLECTIONS/CLAIM PROCESSOR
A highly organized detail oriented professional with thirteen years of
exceptional office experience
complemented by a strong background in collections and excellent customer
service, seeking to establish a career
within a healthcare environment where my billing skills can best be
utilized.
Computer Skills: Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Typing 40wpm
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
A PEACEFUL MIND CARE, Lawrenceville, GA
2012-Present
Patient Caregiver
Answer phone inquiries from patient's family, nurses, and
pharmacist
Assists patient in taking prescribed medications
Assists patient in daily hygiene and activities
CARDIONET, Conyers, GA
2005-2010
Clinical Administrator (2008-2010)
Entered monitor transmissions and analysis to be interpreted by the
Dr.
Entered patient's demographics in the system
Scheduled appointments for Holter monitor connections
Answered inquiries from patients and clinics
Educated clients on policy and procedures
Performed and resolved follow-ups to eradicate client's concerns
Coordinated and edited Holter reports to extend service dates
Billing and Collections Representative (2005-2008)
Billed claims electronically to commercial and government carriers
Processed rejection reports
Verified patient insurance coverage
Utilized knowledge of HMO, PPO, and POS plans to work efficiently
Verified claim status
Updated system with new provider and patient information
Worked aging reports to collect outstanding claims 60-120 days old
Completed account adjustments
Appealed denials to secure payments
Reviewed EOBs to ensure correct payments
Resolved patient complaints and statement inquiries
Negotiated payment plans for patients with financial hardships
GE CAPITAL CORPORATION, Atlanta, GA 1997-2004
Senior Bankruptcy Representative
Researched accounts targeted for bankruptcy
Reviewed accounts for compliance with bankruptcy rules and
regulations
Analyzed accounts and implemented strategies to troubleshoot issues
Coordinated weekly meetings with managers to review client issues
and follow-up
EDUCATION
Georgia Medical Center, Nursing Assistant Certification