Physician Referral Representative with over 18 years of expertise in healthcare administration, specializing in enhancing data accuracy, insurance processing, and appointment scheduling. Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality while optimizing referral processes to improve healthcare outcomes. Adept at leading and training teams to achieve efficiency and compliance in high-pressure environments, fostering a collaborative atmosphere.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Physician Referral Representative
Baptist Memorial Group
04.2022 - Current
Facilitates seamless patient referrals within Baptist Memorial Group
Cultivates strong relationships with physicians
Ensures timely and accurate patient data entry
Streamlines referral processes, enhancing physician collaboration and patient data accuracy
Boosts efficiency of patient referrals by forging robust links with healthcare providers
Provides vital support in patient data management, ensuring precision and timeliness
Implements cutting-edge strategies to optimize referral operations and patient satisfaction
Analyzes referral patterns to improve interaction with physicians and enhance patient care
Data Entry Specialist
Methodist LeBonheur Healthcare
01.2015 - 04.2022
Maintained impeccable data integrity by verifying and updating patient details
Ensured seamless insurance processing by updating insurance information
Proactively checked insurance eligibility to expedite patient care
Streamlined patient data entry, ensuring high accuracy and efficiency
Boosted data processing speed by implementing effective verification techniques
Analyzed and resolved discrepancies in patient information to uphold data integrity
Assisted team members in mastering insurance verification processes, enhancing team performance
Developed new data entry protocols that reduced errors by 30%
Pioneered the adoption of advanced data management software
Facilitated cross-departmental training on data entry best practices
Introduced digital tools that decreased data entry time by 25%
Optimized workflow by training staff on new digital tools, increasing productivity by 20%
Enhanced patient care by meticulously verifying insurance accuracy
Central Scheduling Rep
Methodist LeBonheur Healthcare
03.2013 - 04.2022
Adheres to HIPPA Guidelines and Privacy Standards Confidentiality Agreement
Responsible for handling high volume incoming calls relating to Methodist Medical Group
Manages precise patient data updates to ensure accuracy in referrals
Verify patient demographic information
Verify commercial and Governmental insurance
Train new associates within the Centralize Scheduling Department
Manage patient appointments for well child exams, Medicare Screenings, labs, and general office visits
Resolve discrepancies relating to billing errors, lab results and referrals
Enhanced scheduling efficiency, reducing patient wait times by streamlining appointment processes
Maintained strict adherence to HIPAA standards, ensuring patient data confidentiality
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