Receptionist

Beverly N. Simmons

**** *. ********* #*

Chicago, IL. 60610

312-***-**** HM

312-***-**** CELL

***************@*****.***

Summary of Qualifications

Customer Service

Knowledge of medical insurance claims procedures and documentation.

Acquire an in-depth knowledge of medical billing procedures – submission of insurance claims,

Medicare, Medicaid, and other private insurance carriers

Ability to verify data input and correct errors.

Acquire excellent records maintenance skills.

Strong ability to gather data, compiles information, and prepares reports.

Knowledge of medical terminology and customer service skills.

Ability to efficiently and effectively perform ambulance billing activities.

Prioritize work to meet goals and objectives within acceptable time frames.

Key Administration Skills:

Medical Terminology

Anatomy and Physiology

ICD-9-CM Diagnostic and DRG Procedural Classification

CPT Procedural Coding

Medical Insurance and Reimbursement procedure

Medical Office Administrative Practice

Hospital and Physical Coding and Billing

Medicaid/Medicare/Medigap/HMO/TRICARE/CHAPVA/Private Pay

HIPPA, Privacy and Security Rules

Introduction to Electronic Health Record (EHR) System

Microsoft Office Suite, including Word and Excel

Certification:

National Healthcareer Association: Certified Billing and Coding Specialist (CBCS) Pending

National Healthcareer Association: Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA) Pending

PERC CARD

20 HRS CERT

40 HRS CERT

CPR

SCANNING CERT

FOID

OSHA SAFTY CERT

Job Summary

Chicago Dept. of Human Services (Seasonal) 1994-1999

Clerical Assistant

Operate office machines, such as photocopiers and scanners, facsimile, machines, voice mail systems, and personal computers.

Answer telephones, direct calls, and take messages.

Maintain and update filing, inventory, mailing, and database systems, either Operate manually or using a computer.

Communicate with customers, employees, and other individuals to answer questions, disseminate or explain information, take orders, and address complaints.

Open, sort, and route incoming mail, answer correspondence, and prepare outgoing mail.

Compile, copy, sort, and file records of office activities, business transactions, and other activities.

Compute, record, and proofread data and other information, such as records or reports.

Type, format, proofread, and edit correspondence and other documents, from notes or dictating machines, using computers or typewriters.

Complete work schedules, manage calendars, and arrange appointments.

Review files, records, and other documents to obtain information to respond to requests.

United Parcel Service 2000- 2008

Security Specialist

Seal Control, Assist Visitors and Vendors, Monitor X-Ray Devices

OSHA Safety Training, I.D. Verification, Scanning, Create or implement security standards, policies, and procedures.

Plan, direct, or coordinate security activities to safeguard company assets, employees, guests, or others on company property.

Supervise subordinate security professionals, performing activities such as hiring, training, assigning work, evaluating performance, or disciplining.

Analyze and evaluate security operations to identify risks or opportunities for improvement. Communicate security status, updates, and actual or potential problems, using established protocols.

Conduct physical examinations of property to ensure compliance with security policies and regulations.

Conduct, support, or assist in governmental reviews, internal corporate evaluations, or assessments of the overall effectiveness of the facilities security processes.

Monitor security policies, programs or procedures to ensure compliance with internal security policies, licensing requirements, or applicable government security requirements, policies, and directives.

Identify, investigate, or resolve security breaches.

Prepare reports or make presentations on internal investigations, losses, or violations of regulations, policies and procedures

Respond to medical emergencies, bomb threats, fire alarms, or intrusion alarms, following emergency response procedures.

Assist in emergency management and contingency planning.

Coordinate security operations or activities with public law enforcement, fire and other agencies Plan security for special and high-risk events.

Review financial reports to ensure efficiency and quality of security operations.

Train subordinate security professionals or other organization members in security rules and procedures.

Write or review security-related documents, such as incident reports, proposals, and tactical or strategic initiatives

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EDUCATION

Computer System Institute College , Chicago, IL Dec 09 – Jan 2011

Major: Medical Billing and Coding

Ability to explain the uses of coding conventions when assigning codes and modifiers

Ability to identify the placement of CPT codes on the CMS-1500 insurance forms

Ability to code E/M services, anesthesia services

Experience resolving complaints and handling special situation

Apply procedural coding and billing skills

Troubleshoot rejected claims, understand the lifecycle of a medical claim

Understand and extract the proper information from the following form

Decipher medical terminology as written in case reports

Explanation of benefits (EOB) and remittance advice (RA)

Thornton Fractional South H.S. 1992-1995 Lansing, IL

AWARDS

Outstanding Academics Honor Roll Dean’s List Student

Awarded Student of the Month

Awarded Scholarships through various companies for high honors and achievements

Maintain 3.7 G.P.A.

References Available Upon Request

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