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Catina Anderson

Lenoir

Summary

Dynamic Medical Office Assistant with extensive experience at UNC Surgical Specialist General Surgery, excelling in patient scheduling and referral coordination. Proven ability to enhance clinic efficiency through multitasking and problem-solving. Skilled in EPIC operations and HIPAA compliance, while training staff to optimize workflows and improve patient interactions. Emphasizes teamwork and adaptability, displaying excellent organizational skills and patient-centered approach.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Medical Office Assistant

UNC Surgical Specialist General Surgery - Caldwell
10.2016 - Current
  • Manage patient scheduling and appointment confirmations to ensure optimal clinic flow.
  • Coordinate referral processes for specialist consultations or diagnostic tests requested by physicians maintaining at and above organization goals.
  • Train and mentor new hires on best practices for patient interaction and administrative tasks.
  • Help to implement upgrades and policy changes in an ever-changing medical field.
  • Oversee inventory management of medical supplies and office supplies, ensuring availability for daily operations while being budget conscience.
  • Demonstrate excellent multitasking abilities while simultaneously handling various administrative tasks such as answering phones, greeting patients, and data entry.
  • Super User in EPIC operations and serve as Champion Trainer
  • Maintain office reports to optimize patient care to include recall management reports, cancellation reports, and no show reports.
  • Provide estimates for surgery and office procedures as requested by patients.
  • This is a summary of the responsibilities; there are others that arise as needed.

Billing Supervisor

Caldwell UNC Healthcare
01.2014 - Current
  • Supervised billing operations to ensure timely and accurate invoicing processes.
  • Provided training and support to enhance productivity.
  • Developed and implemented process improvements to streamline billing workflows.
  • Analyzed discrepancies in billing reports, facilitating prompt resolution of issues.
  • Developed training programs for staff on billing software (SSI) and best practices.
  • Streamlined billing processes, enhancing accuracy and reducing claim rejections.
  • Coordinated a team of 30+ staff with use of PTO and coverage, end of month protocol for payment posting, insurance claim billing processes and payment posting.


***Due to insurance billing going to Chapel Hill area, I moved to my current role within the UNC network***

Insurance Billing Specialist

Caldwell UNC Healthcare
08.2001 - Current
  • Processed insurance claims using advanced billing software to ensure timely reimbursements.
  • Reviewed patient accounts for accuracy, resolving discrepancies efficiently.
  • Collaborated with healthcare providers to verify insurance eligibility and benefits.
  • Maintained compliance with federal and state regulations in billing practices.
  • Trained junior staff on billing procedures and software applications to enhance team performance.
  • Assisted colleagues during peak workload periods, demonstrating strong teamwork and commitment to overall departmental success.
  • Assisted patients in understanding their coverage benefits, providing clear explanations and addressing any concerns or questions.

Education

High School Diploma -

West Caldwell High School
Lenoir, NC

Skills

  • Multitasking and organization
  • Computer skills
  • Problem-solving
  • HIPAA regulations
  • Insurance verification
  • Incoming Referral Scheduling
  • Patient Demographics Verification
  • Phone etiquette
  • Time management

Certification

  • CPC-A - Certified Professional Coder-Apprentice

Interests

  • I enjoy camping with my husband and two dogs
  • I consider myself a crafter - I crochet, hand-lettering, and some painting Although I am not great at any of these, I enjoy working on them
  • Family time is my favorite time


Timeline

Medical Office Assistant

UNC Surgical Specialist General Surgery - Caldwell
10.2016 - Current

Billing Supervisor

Caldwell UNC Healthcare
01.2014 - Current

Insurance Billing Specialist

Caldwell UNC Healthcare
08.2001 - Current

High School Diploma -

West Caldwell High School
Catina Anderson