Cara Truitt
Columbia
Summary
Experienced medical billing professional with strong attention to detail and ability to handle high-volume workloads. Over 20 years of experience in the medical field, skilled in maintaining accuracy and streamlining operations. Successfully identified and resolved billing discrepancies, optimized processes, and resolved billing issues for the past 10 years. Seeking opportunity to expand skills and contribute to company success as a dependable employee. Known for being hardworking, ethical, and detail-oriented with demonstrated strengths in customer service, time management, and billing. Excels at troubleshooting problems and building successful solutions. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, along with a strong medical background, enables cultivation of positive relationships and provision of excellent patient service.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Coding and Billing Specialist
Cornerstones of Care
06.2024 - Current
- Developed a comprehensive understanding of ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS codes to ensure proper use in medical coding assignments.
- Processed contract denials by auditing patient files, researching procedures, and diagnostic codes to determine proper reimbursement.
- Maintained client confidentiality by adhering to strict HIPAA regulations during all aspects of the coding and billing processes.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to obtain necessary documentation for accurate code assignment and claim submission.
- Optimized revenue generation through diligent monitoring of denied claims, resubmitting corrected information when needed.
- Established positive relationships with contracts, facilitating open communication lines for efficient claim processing.
- Contributed to team success by actively participating in staff meetings, offering insights into improving workflows within the department.
- Maximized productivity through effective time management, prioritizing tasks based on urgency and importance.
- Scanned and uploaded medical records into electronic medical records system.
DME Billing Specialist
Columbia Orthopaedic Group
02.2014 - 05.2024
- Managed daily transactions for 27 orthopedic physicians, ensuring timely processing and submitting DME billing
- Utilized database systems to input, update, and retrieve client information as needed
- Handled confidential patient information in accordance with HIPPA and organizational guidelines
- Developed strong working relationships with colleagues across all departments for seamless communication
- Managed high volume of workload, prioritizing tasks while maintaining attention to detail
- Performed other administrative tasks and office operations such as responded to telephone calls, walk in patients and directing emails
- Maintained, managed and dispensed DME inventory
- Collaborated with physicians to ensure timely delivery of necessary medical equipment for patients
- Knowledge of DMEPOS, Medicare and commercial requirements and procedures
- Managed daily operations of DME department, ensuring efficient workflow and patient satisfaction
- Communicated with insurance companies to verify coverage and obtain authorizations for Durable Medical Equipment while patients were in clinic
Medical Assistant Manager
Columbia Podiatry
03.2007 - 01.2014
- Participated in hiring process by reviewing applications and conducting interviews, training new hires
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations and other healthcare laws
- Supervised and managed medical assistant team in daily operations, assisted when needed
- Addressed patient concerns or complaints in timely and professional manner
- Completed intakes, measuring vital signs and documenting symptoms
- Updated records in EHR system, carefully protecting patient information and verifying data
- Assisted clinicians with in-office procedures, minor procedures
- Scheduled patient appointments and surgeries
- Communicated with insurance companies to verify coverage and obtain authorizations
- Monitored inventory levels of supplies and placing orders
Education
GED - General Studies
Rock Bridge High School
Columbia, MOSkills
- Claims Processing
- Accounts Receivable Management
- Claim Submission
- Insurance Verification
- Multitasking Capabilities
- Data Entry Proficiency
- Medical Billing Expertise
- Insurance coding (ICD-9 and CPT)
- Claims processing
- Payment posting
- CPT coding
- Medical billing procedures
- Workflow management
- Knowledgeable in Excel
LANGUAGE
English
Native
Timeline
Medical Coding and Billing Specialist
Cornerstones of Care
06.2024 - Current
DME Billing Specialist
Columbia Orthopaedic Group
02.2014 - 05.2024
Medical Assistant Manager
Columbia Podiatry
03.2007 - 01.2014
GED - General Studies
Rock Bridge High School
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